Martin Luther Christian University will celebrate the International Women’s Day tomorrow at Meghalaya Bharat Scouts and Guides, Pine Mount Ridge here at 12 noon with the release of the book, “Gender, Sexuality and Society in North East India: Contextual Studies of Tribal Communities”, edited by Dr. R Jennifer War and Dr. Glenn C. Kharkongor.
The book will be released by M S Rao, Chief Secretary, Government of Meghalaya who will be the chief guest at the programme while the guest of honour Isawanda Laloo, Deputy Commissioner, East Khasi Hills District will address the gathering.
The book deals with themes ranging from the changing social structures and their impact on women; health, education and environment; survival, balance and positivity; LGBTQIA+ individuals and community; declarations, statements and acts with additional material for students and researchers of social issues.