Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Enugu State Chapter,has joined women across the world to celebrate this year’s International Women’s Day, marked annually on March 8, a day dedicated to recognizing the achievements, resilience, and invaluable contributions of women in society.
As part of activities marking the celebration, NAWOJ Enugu State has adopted “Give to Gain” as its theme for the year. The theme underscores the importance of service, support, mentorship, and collective commitment among women as a pathway to achieving greater opportunities, growth, and impact in society.
The Chairperson of NAWOJ Enugu State, Comrade Ngozi Ngene, in a statement made available to Newsmen on Sunday in Enugu said the theme encourages women to support one another, invest in community development, and contribute meaningfully to the progress of society.
She commended women across Enugu State and Nigeria for their resilience and determination in breaking barriers and contributing to national development despite numerous challenges. According to her, the media plays a crucial role in amplifying women’s voices, promoting gender equality, and advocating policies that protect the rights and dignity of women and girls.
NAWOJ Enugu State therefore calls on government, private institutions, civil society organizations, and community leaders to intensify efforts aimed at eliminating gender-based discrimination and creating more opportunities for women to thrive in leadership, education, business, and governance.
As the world celebrates International Women’s Day, NAWOJ Enugu State reaffirms its commitment to using journalism and advocacy as tools to advance the welfare, dignity, and empowerment of women and girls in society.
