Lizu Naghuto village council under Zunheboto Block conducted the first-ever women-only Gram Sabha at Zunheboto district on 19th April 2022 at Lizu Naghuto village council hall. 

The program was initiated as part of the Gender Friendly Village for Creating Clusters of Model Gram Panchayat to Achieve Holistic & Sustainable Development through Institutional strengthening of Gram Panchayats.

Women Welfare Officer, Ikali Wokhami spoke on the financial and political empowerment of women with special reference to the Zunheboto district. District Coordinator, Kiyepu gave an introduction to different schemes and programs for women's welfare and empowerment. Meanwhile, OC Women Police Station Zunheboto, Kengbame covered topics including women's safety, sexual harassment, and gender stereotyping. Central Administrator, Sakhi-OSC Zunheboto, Alovini Yeptho spoke on services provided by Sakhi One-Stop Center.

The Gram Sabha conducted a General discussion on issues and challenges faced by the women in the village. And the discussion led to the formation of the Women Grievance cell to address the women's issues and help them in getting legal advice.

Toniho Zhimo, Hd GB gave the welcome address, and Abokali Yepthomi, Associate Pastor Youth presided over the Gram Sabha, and the program ended with the vote of thanks by Yenito Zhimo, Village Council Chairman.

                                                                                   (Avika, IA Zunheboto)