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The Centre for Gender Equity and Equality (CGEE), University of Jaffna, organized a special screening of short documentary films on 13th February 2026 at the Arts Seminar Hall, Faculty of Arts, as part of the global One Billion Rising 2026 campaign advocating the elimination of violence against women and the promotion of gender equity.
\nThe programme commenced at 2.00 p.m. with the participation of Prof. N. Kengatharan, Acting Vice Chancellor, as the Chief Guest, and Dr. K. Shanmuganathan, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Arts, as the Guest of Honour. Nearly 100 participants, including academic staff and students from various faculties, attended the event.
\nFour short documentary films highlighting women\u2019s lives, resilience, and empowerment were screened: \u2018\u0b95\u0b9a\u0bbf\u0bb5\u0bc1\u2019 by Ms. Radhakrushnan Dharshini, \u2018\u0b85\u0bb2\u0bc8 \u0bae\u0b95\u0bb3\u0bcd\u2019 by Mr. Gunapalan Elangeeran, \u2018\u0b95\u0baa\u0b9f\u0bbf\u2019 by Ms. Thamiliny Sritharan, and \u2018Terracotta Jewels\u2019 by Mr. Rajalingam Manoj.
\nThe screenings were followed by an interactive panel discussion with Ms. Araby Sivakugan, Ms. Shokina, and Mr. Nivethan, encouraging discussions on gender inequality, women\u2019s health, economic empowerment, and social barriers.
\nThe programme successfully created awareness and meaningful dialogue on gender-related issues while reinforcing the importance of collective responsibility in promoting justice, dignity, and equality.<\/p>\n

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