Solidarity scarf, self-defence workshop mark International Women's Day
Updated: Mar 08, 2014 11:37:12am
New Delhi, Mar 8 (KNN) ASSOCHAM Ladies League (ALL) and JW Marriott has released the women solidarity scarf created by famous international designer, Ritu Beri to celebrate International Women's Day here.
“The aim of this Solidarity Scarf is to become a visible public symbol of self-esteem, sisterhood, and strength among women of all ages of all country,” Beri said while releasing the scarf.
“The Solidarity Scarf is launched to mark the celebration of International Women’s Day and show love, respect and appreciation towards women and their achievements in economic, political, and social spheres,” she added at the ASSOCHAM Ladies League (ALL) press conference.
According to Global Chairperson, ASSOCHAM Ladies League (ALL), Harbeen Arora, all 33 chapters of ALL globally will promote this public symbol of Solidarity Scarf so that a billion women’s voices can be amplified and heard across borders.
“We are happy to support this initiative with Ritu Beri and ASSOCHAM Ladies League as this is needed for restoring rightful place of women in society,” said General Manager of JW Marriott New Delhi, Balan Paravantavida, in support of the initiative.
Meanwhile, HCL Technologies Ltd has organised a self-defence workshop to girls and women. It is also going to announce shortly a skill training programme in the community as a part of the International Women’s month initiative.
“Seeing women safety as the need of the hour, HCL took an active decision in sponsoring self-defense workshop for their security staff, housekeeping staff and women guards, to train them to fight back and protect themselves when faced with dangerous situations. This programme has helped them become aware of some of the most common threats,” a HCL release said.
Moreover, various health camps and awareness trainings were given to the women in the slums across India.
Meanwhile, President Pranab Mukherjee in his message on the occasion of International Women’s Day, thanked women for their invaluable contribution in the making of our great nation.
“Women in India have attained greatness through the ages – in political, academic and spiritual spheres. They enjoyed freedom and equal participation in public life in ancient India,” he said.
Referring to ancient scriptures where women were revered, he quoted Swami Vivekananda. “All nations have attained greatness by paying proper respect to women. That country and that nation which does not respect women has never become great”.
The principle of gender equality is also enshrined in the Indian Constitution, he said. Not only does the Constitution grant equality to women, but also empowers the State to adopt measures of positive discrimination in favour of women.
The President went on to say that empowerment of women must be regarded not only as an effort towards gender equality but also a critical step for stimulating their full participation in nation building.
“We as a society must work towards changing negative perceptions about women. Women should be provided a safe, secure and congenial environment in which their talents can flower and they can contribute their full share in the building of our nation,” he said.
“On this International Women’s Day, let us resolve to redouble our efforts for the protection and welfare of women. May the celebrations inculcate in every member of our society the highest respect for women,” he concluded. (KNN/ES)
“The aim of this Solidarity Scarf is to become a visible public symbol of self-esteem, sisterhood, and strength among women of all ages of all country,” Beri said while releasing the scarf.
“The Solidarity Scarf is launched to mark the celebration of International Women’s Day and show love, respect and appreciation towards women and their achievements in economic, political, and social spheres,” she added at the ASSOCHAM Ladies League (ALL) press conference.
According to Global Chairperson, ASSOCHAM Ladies League (ALL), Harbeen Arora, all 33 chapters of ALL globally will promote this public symbol of Solidarity Scarf so that a billion women’s voices can be amplified and heard across borders.
“We are happy to support this initiative with Ritu Beri and ASSOCHAM Ladies League as this is needed for restoring rightful place of women in society,” said General Manager of JW Marriott New Delhi, Balan Paravantavida, in support of the initiative.
Meanwhile, HCL Technologies Ltd has organised a self-defence workshop to girls and women. It is also going to announce shortly a skill training programme in the community as a part of the International Women’s month initiative.
“Seeing women safety as the need of the hour, HCL took an active decision in sponsoring self-defense workshop for their security staff, housekeeping staff and women guards, to train them to fight back and protect themselves when faced with dangerous situations. This programme has helped them become aware of some of the most common threats,” a HCL release said.
Moreover, various health camps and awareness trainings were given to the women in the slums across India.
Meanwhile, President Pranab Mukherjee in his message on the occasion of International Women’s Day, thanked women for their invaluable contribution in the making of our great nation.
“Women in India have attained greatness through the ages – in political, academic and spiritual spheres. They enjoyed freedom and equal participation in public life in ancient India,” he said.
Referring to ancient scriptures where women were revered, he quoted Swami Vivekananda. “All nations have attained greatness by paying proper respect to women. That country and that nation which does not respect women has never become great”.
The principle of gender equality is also enshrined in the Indian Constitution, he said. Not only does the Constitution grant equality to women, but also empowers the State to adopt measures of positive discrimination in favour of women.
The President went on to say that empowerment of women must be regarded not only as an effort towards gender equality but also a critical step for stimulating their full participation in nation building.
“We as a society must work towards changing negative perceptions about women. Women should be provided a safe, secure and congenial environment in which their talents can flower and they can contribute their full share in the building of our nation,” he said.
“On this International Women’s Day, let us resolve to redouble our efforts for the protection and welfare of women. May the celebrations inculcate in every member of our society the highest respect for women,” he concluded. (KNN/ES)
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