GEORGETOWN: In conjuction with International Women's Day 2023, the Penang Women's Development Corporation (PWDC) organised a list of fun-filled activities with its aim to enter the Malaysia Book of Records.
The state level International Women's Day celebrations are themed 'Embrace Equity'.
The theme envisions a Penang which upholds in practice the principles of substantive equality among women and men, good governance, and social justice.
PWDC has been celebrating the annual International Women's Day since 2013, to give recognition to all women for their achievements and contribution (directly or indirectly) towards families, communities, the state and national development.
PWDC, in a statement, said it thrives to work towards achieving gender equality, especially in the political and economic fields.
Thus, fun-filled activities such as HARIA! Mega Zumba, Purple Fiesta, and a Carnival will be organised for the celebration.
The celebration will take place on Saturday (March 11) at Midtown Perda, Kubang Menerong, Tasek Gelugor, Penang.
"The activities are meant to bring families together and for everyone to show their support towards the women in their lives.
"Besides that, the objective of the celebrations is also to ensure more people in Penang are aware of the vision of Penang2030 which is to further promote a family focused, green and smart state that inspires the nation.
PWDC ensures that equity is emphasised through the implementation of its Gender Inclusiveness Policy which was launched in 2019.
The Gender Responsive Participatory Budgeting (GRPB) and the Gender Balanced Management (GBM) approach are being implemented by the Penang state and local governments as part of this Gender Inclusiveness Policy.
