Speakers at an award ceremony organized by SAARC Women’s Association at the Six Seasons Hotel in Dhaka on Saturday; March 16, 2019 Mahmud Hossain Opu/Dhaka Tribune'We are delighted to honour visionary, strong, brave and innovative women that have contributed bringing immense change in society, exemplifying the strength of women power'On the occasion of International Women's Day, five women leaders have been awarded by SAARC Women’s Association for their contribution to the betterment of society. Emphasizing diversity and women empowerment, SAARC Women’s Association President Saji Chand Khadka said: “We will continue to work towards our goal, promoting existing cultures and friendly relations between the people of south countries in Asia. “We are delighted to honour visionary, strong, brave and innovative women that have contributed bringing immense change in society, exemplifying the strength of women power. The SAARC Women’s Association president further said a balanced society could only be achieved if everyone had equal opportunity in six key areas of life: education, employment, financial independence, health care, political governance, and personal development. Dr Silverina de Silva anchored the program, while former presidents SAARC Women’s Association and ambassadors of various embassies were among those in attendance.

Source: Dhaka Tribune March 16, 2019 19:30 UTC