Nagaland State Commission for Women (NSCW) conducted an awareness program on the legal aid cell on September 25 at Hotel Saramati.
Delivering keynote address, NSCW chairperson, W. Nginyeih Konyak informed that the commission was dedicated to women’s empowerment and since its inception, has been engaged with national and international gender issues to inform local discussions, delineated with United Nations principles and the Indian Constitution.
W. Nginyeih Konyak also said that NSCW aimed to educate Naga women about equal opportunities and assist victims of workplace harassment, human trafficking, prostitution, blackmail, cyber-crimes, and domestic violence.
She mentioned that NSCW envisioned Naga women thriving in a safe environment, knowledgeable about their rights, and able to pursue their chosen careers freely. She also highlighted that the NSCW was established to promote statewide awareness of women’s rights to legal protection and redress, reaching out to Naga women from all backgrounds—both rural and urban, about the available assistance and guidance.
Advocate Legal Consultant Apila Sangtam highlighted the NSCW’s Legal Aid Cell and delivered a talk on legal provisions protecting women and children, emphasizing key laws and initiatives for their safety and security in the state.
Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (Women and Juvenile), Dr. Tiamenla Phom, presented a detailed case study on the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, offering insights into its implementation and significance.
The program was attended by representatives from tribal men and women Hohos, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) of Dimapur, DUCCF members, colony councils, and NGOs focused on women’s and children’s welfare. The initiative aimed to equip these stakeholders with knowledge to enhance support for women’s rights and child protection in the community.