Highlighting the governments commitment to safeguarding womens rights, President Ranil Wickremesinghe today announced plans to establish a dedicated commission to enforce legal measures aimed at empowering women.He further assured the passing of the Gender Equality Billbefore the end of June, expressing hope for unanimous support from Parliamentarians.The President made these comments after inaugurating the Centre of Excellence for Womens Healthcare at the Kilinochchi District General Hospital this morning (25), the PMD reported.President Wickremesinghe further stated:The inauguration of the Centre of Excellence for Womens Health Services signifies a significant milestone in serving the women of our nation.
We have implemented various special measures to empower women, reaffirming our commitment to their well-being.In our country, there has been a notable absence of laws safeguarding womens rights beyond the basic provisions outlined in the Constitution.
To address this gap, we have introduced two new drafts to Parliament aimed at enhancing womens rights.The Womens Empowerment Act proposes essential provisions to legally empower women, including the establishment of a dedicated commission for their implementation.
Furthermore, we aim to pass the gender equality draft by the end of June, currently undergoing review by the courts before submission to Parliament, with anticipation for unanimous support.Our commitment to protecting womens rights extends to enacting laws against violence and ensuring equal opportunities for women in workplace promotions and transfers.
We anticipate the formal legalization of womens rights and pledge to operate within this framework.Additionally, we prioritize the safety of women within their homes.
These proposed womens rights bills are readily accessible on our website, and we encourage everyone to familiarize themselves with them.Furthermore, we plan to launch a specialized educational program to raise awareness about womens rights and empower them accordingly.