Doiwala- A programme was organised by PEN-India School on the occasion of International Women’s Day. The mothers of students studying in PEN-India School were made aware about the importance of education and cleanliness by the teachers of the school.
International Women’s Day is celebrated on 8th of March every year. The theme for this years International Women’s Day was: ‘Think equal, build smart, innovate for change‘. The focus of the theme was on innovative ways in which to advance gender equality and the empowerment of women.
PEN-India Foundation is determined to provide free and quality education to the underprivileged children through PEN-India School. Most of the students of PEN-India School belong to Sapera Basti, Bhaniawala.
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, PEN India School organised an event to educate the mothers of the students along with other women from the area. Mr Anoop Rawat, the founder of the PEN-India Foundation said,”development of society is possible only through education. Women are the center of our families and so it is very important to educate women about the role of education in the development of the nation.“
Mr Santosh Budakoti, the Director of the Foundation stated the motive to celebrate Women’s Day was to make them aware about their rights. During the event, volunteer teachers Mrs. Ritu Sharma and Mrs. Deepalika Negi, educated the women of Sapera Basti about their rights.
