The Manipur State Commission for Women (MSCW), in collaboration with Akashvani Imphal, held a one-day awareness program on “Gender Sensitization” at Akashvani Imphal’s auditorium to promote a more equitable society. Member Secretary of MSCW, W. Phajatombi Devi, highlighted that despite claims of gender equality, significant disparities still exist in various aspects of life. She emphasized the necessity for men to acknowledge the roles and contributions of women and to actively support gender equality initiatives. Konjengbam Sonikumar Singh, Assistant Director (News) at Akashvani, insisted that gender equality must start at home and extend to workplaces and society, advocating for greater male awareness in this context, while also noting that the transgender community in Manipur enjoys relatively better treatment and rights recognition. Nongthombam Roma, Programme Executive & Chairperson of the Women Cell-Internal Committee, echoed the sentiment that equality starts at home, raising concerns about the lack of recognition for women in leadership. She urged women to be aware of their rights and called for men to play supportive roles in empowering women through collaborative efforts. Thumlip Tiningpham Monsang, Chairperson of MSCW, emphasized that empowerment should begin at the grassroots level and encouraged collective action to support women’s rights. The program included technical sessions with speakers like Lourembam Dayabati Devi discussing “Gender Equity Versus Gender Equality” and B. Supriya Devi speaking on “Men as Allies in Women Empowerment,” attended by various members and staff of Akashvani Imphal.
MSCW Calls for Mass Sensitization to Promote Gender Equality
