The Nagaland Law Students’ Federation (NLSF) organised a legal awareness campaign at Fazl Ali College, Mokokchung, on Tuesday under the theme “Importance of Women in Litigation, for a Safer Nagaland”, highlighting women’s participation in the legal profession, access to justice and the protection of women’s rights.
The programme was chaired by NLSF Education Secretary Anjali Adhikari and began with an invocation by Sentisangla. NLSF President Adv. Neivisielie Rino delivered the welcome address, followed by a short speech by Fazl Ali College Principal Dr. I. Wati Imchen.
Special addresses were delivered by Mokokchung District Bar Association President Adv. Molodongba Jamir and Assistant Legal Aid Defence Counsel (LADC), Mokokchung, Adv. Pangjungmanen Longchar.
The speakers emphasised the need to encourage women’s participation in litigation, address gender-based discrimination and empower women to assert their legal rights. They also highlighted the role of legal aid in helping women overcome financial and social barriers to justice, urging them to report injustice and seek appropriate legal assistance.
The programme underscored the importance of women’s active participation in the legal system in building a safer and more equitable Nagaland.
NLSF General Secretary Adv. Temsu I. Jamir delivered the vote of thanks, followed by a benediction by Bendangliba.
