The Centre for Gender Equity and Equality (CGEE) at the University of Jaffna (UOJ) organized a successful three-hour workshop on February 14th, 2024, as part of the Community-Based Global Rising Freedom Festival. The event, aligned with the 1 billion Rising 2024 campaign, focused on the role of women entrepreneurs in gender mainstreaming. Coordinated by Dr. (Mrs.) Dilogini Sangarathas, the workshop emphasized empowerment and community connection, featuring interactive activities and discussions on overcoming challenges in entrepreneurship.
The event commenced with a warm welcome address delivered by Prof. Shivany Shanmugathas, Director of CGEE. Prof. She set the tone for the proceedings, incorporating a special poem that served as a poignant platform to raise awareness about gender violence and highlight success stories in entrepreneurship. Led by resource persons Dr.(Mrs.)Dilogini Sangarathas, Mrs.Thasika Thanushan, Dr.Karunaithas Rasaratnam, Mr.Thileepan Thiraviyanathan and Ms.Grace Hyacinth Hensman, the session engaged Fifteen women entrepreneurs in a series of interactive role-playing activities. The workshop program offered a diverse array of activities to engage participants and enhance learning and collaboration. Participants engaged in role-playing exercises, sharing experiences and strategies to drive gender equality and societal advancement. The workshop highlighted the crucial role of women entrepreneurs in fostering inclusive practices and community engagement for broader societal impact.
