IWD 2006 media | PNG

Media urged to report positive stories
The National, PNG

THE media in the country has been urged to promote and encourage more positive coverage on women.
National Council of Women president Scholla Kakas issued the challenge yesterday during her opening remarks at the International Women’s Day celebration at Gateway Hotel in Port Moresby.
Ms Kakas called on the media to stop portraying women as victims all the time but as achievers who contribute to the well-being of this nation.
She said there should be more positive coverage that talked about the achievements, aspiration and success of women at all levels of society.
She said it was unfortunate that most crimes committed were against women and children, adding that all these contributed to the declining status of women in the society.
Ms Kakas said women were denied an active role in decision making, and added that it was also unfortunate that Government funding also overlooked women.
She also urged women to educate and encourage men to promote and protect the rights of women.
The National Council of women is planning a protest march against rape, violence and discrimination against Women and Children on National Women’s Day on March 25.