UN Orange Day Gathering
On November 25, 2024, the Semester V students of Loreto College, Kolkata attended a gathering to commemorate UN Orange Day. Organised by the Gender Studies Cell of Loreto College, Kolkata in collaboration with Soroptimist International of Calcutta, the event marked the beginning of 16 days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence.
The session, led by Mrs. Shukla Ghoshal, Secretary of Soroptimist International of Calcutta, commenced with the distribution of badges sent by the organisation to students and faculty members. Mrs. Ghoshal delivered a thought-provoking address, emphasising the significance of the campaign.
In a show of solidarity, students and professors wore orange attire, symbolising their support for the cause. The event served as a powerful reminder of the importance of collective action against violence inflicted on women and girls.