'Women for Rights' commemorate 'Women's Day

WEDNESDAY, 09 MARCH 2016

A commemoration of Women's Day was held by 'Women for Rights' organization at New Town Hall Colombo yesterday (8th) simultaneous with the 126th International Women's Day.

The 2nd National Convention of 'Women for Rights' too was held concurrent with the 'Women's Day' commemoration held under the theme 'Win women's rights without being restricted to percentages'. Lecturer Saroja Savithri Paulraj was elected the President of 'Women for Rights' and Mrs. Samanmalee Gunasinghe was elected the General Secretary.

The Ambassador of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam Ms. Phan Kieu Thu participated as the Chief Guest. Renowned Artistes Deepani Silva and Lakshman Wijesekera, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya lady doctors, lawyers, other professionals and members of 'Women for Rights' were present.

The Lecturer of Kelaniya University Chinthaka Ranasinghe making the keynote address explained the issues confronted by women in Sri Lanka and what should be done to overcome them.

The 2nd National Convention of 'Women for Rights' was enriched with songs, dances and special events.