Essay Competition: 16 Days of activism against gender-based violence

The Ministry of Women’s Affairs and the Ministry of Education jointly organized an essay competition for high school students in commemoration of the 2026 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence.

The competition took place from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at Basic Education High School No. 6 in Zabuthiri Township, Nay Pyi Taw.

Union Minister Dr. Thet Thet Zin, the Deputy Minister, the Director-General and officials visited the venue to encourage the participating students. A total of 103 students from eight townships in the Nay Pyi Taw Union Territory took part in the competition.

The competition aims to raise awareness among young people about the causes and impacts of violence against women, as well as ways to prevent it. It also promotes women's rights, gender equality and respect for human dignity.

The essay competition was held under the theme “Ending Violence Against Women Through Collective Action: Protect with Justice and End Impunity.” Similar competitions are also being held in regions and states across the country. Winners of the first, second and third prizes will receive their awards at the ceremony marking the 2026 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence on November 27.