The Matupi Women’s Association (MWA) was formed in Matupi Town, the second capital of Chin state, Burma on 14 April.
“The Women’s Association was formed following a meeting in Bungla hall of Matupi and was organized by the Matupi Young Association between 10 am and 4 pm, local standard time” said a participant at the meeting.
The Women’s Association was formed with the idea of promoting women’s empowerment, tackle social issues and promote Matu literature. The detailed objectives will be discussed in a future central committee meeting of the association.
“I am very satisfied and warmly welcome forming of the women’s group and have great expectation from the persons involved. I believe that they will be actively involved in women’s issues” said a local from Matupi.
The meeting selected 11 persons for its executive member. They are:
1. Daw Than Zing President
2. Daw Thin Puai Vice President
3. Daw Elly Secretary
4. Daw Lung Hnem Asst. Secretary
5. Daw Da Thwe Finance
6. Daw Yin Nu Clerk
7. Daw Zung Zung Auditor (I)
8. Daw Cang Zit Auditor (II)
9. Daw Khin Luai Par Member
10. Daw Rai Vang Member
11. Daw Ruth Nu Member