Media Release

Mangaluru, Mar 8: To mark Women Empowerment Day, a programme was organised on March 5 by St Agnes School. This day brings many things for women - a cause for celebration, a reason to pause and re-evaluate a remembrance, an inspiration and a time to honour loved and admired. Patsy Lobo, senior co-ordinator of CASK was the chief guest. The joint secretary of St Agnes institution, Sr Dr Lydia Fernandes AC was present for the programme.

The programme began with the lighting of the lamp followed by a prayer service. Teacher Steffy Pereira welcomed the gathering and the students of grade IX performed the welcome dance. The significance of International Women's Day was given by teacher Reena Monteiro. She highlighted the importance of education in women and encouraged the women that no hurdles can stop them from accomplishing their dream. The chief guest through a PowerPoint presentation highlighted the message about the competency of women, the intellectual capacity of women as capable of holding high responsibility. She also motivated the students to speak for their rights. She mentioned few female activists like Malala Yousafzai, Greta Thunberg, Mother Theresa and a few others and encouraged the students to be like them. The principal, Sr Maria Gracilda AC highlighted the theme of International Women's Day for the year 2021 'Choose to Challenge'.

A selfie with superwomen and poster making on women empowerment competition was organised for the students. On the occasion, students who excelled in Wiz Spell Bee were honoured by the school. A creative backdrop was prepared by the teachers apt for the day. The programme drew to a conclusion by hope and faith being instilled among all women.

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