Essay and painting competitions

The Saviya Women's Organization has organized a national level essay and painting/poster competition on the theme The Gender Agenda-Gaining Momentum to mark International Women's Day 2013.

The competitions will be in two categories namely Junior (11-17 years) and Senior (18-20 years).

Organization's Secretary Malsha Weerawansa said prizes and certificates will be awarded to the winners in both contests. The first prize in each category will be Rs 5,000, 2nd prize Rs 3,000 and 3rd prize Rs 2,000. Entries close on February 28, 2013. All entries should be forwarded to competition organizer, Saviya Women's Organization, 24/A, Wewelwala Road, Galle. Further particulars could be obtained from Saviya Women's Organization, 24/A, Wewelwala Road, Galle or on telephone 091-2245781, 091-2234281 or 071-8055102.