In collaboration with Tairrunnessa Memorial Medical College Hospital, the Zonta Club of Dhaka II, Bangladesh, conducted an advocacy session on women’s rights, focusing on the health impacts of early child marriage. Renowned surgeon Professor Dr. Ranajit Kumar Mallik addressed 20 local women, empowering them to raise awareness in their communities, particularly in slum areas where early marriages are prevalent due to lack of education.

To support their advocacy, orange winter clothing was distributed, symbolizing the fight against gender-based violence. Club President Ztn. Jennifer Haque emphasized the importance of girls’ rights to free education up to class 12 in government schools. Vice Area Director Ztn. Zaheda Khatoon and Advocacy Chair Ztn. Nazneen Rahman also participated, reinforcing the club’s commitment to empowering women through education and awareness.