16 Bangladeshi women receive books
The 1000 Women for the Nobel Peace Prize 2005, a project of Switzerland, gave away the books.
Kamla Bhasin, coordinator for South Asia of the project, handed over the books to the women in celebration of their efforts and in recognition of their works.
For all latest news, follow The Daily Star's Google News channel. A discussion was also held at the Bengal Gallery of Arts on the occasion.
Speaking at the discussion, Kamla said peace is a continuous ongoing process where women play a quiet but definitive role.
"Peace is comprehensive human security and we believe peace cannot be brought by one women or man. Rather, it is a collective effort."
The book contains the works and visions of 1000 women. It describes the life and achievements of each woman, whether she works at the grassroots, nationally or internationally. It is published by Scalo Publishing in Zurich, Switzerland.
A documentary on 'Redefining peace: Women lead the way' was also shown at the programme.
Advocate Sultana Kamal, cultural personality Sara Zaker, Foujia Khandokar, Dil Monwara Monu and Natasha Ahmad were present.