A workshop of the Janani Project, carried out by the Campaign for Free and Fair Elections (CaFFE) to enhance the digital literacy of grassroots female politicians, was held today (10) in Jaffna.
A large number of female local councillors in Kilinochchi took part in the workshop held at the Public Library, Jaffna.

The participants were educated on the importance of digital literacy as well on holding media briefings and facing questions from the media. Mr. Jayaranjan Yogaraj, Senior journalist and Media Secretary of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs ministry led the proceedings, while CaFFE Executive Director, Ahmed Manas Makeen, spoke of the importance of digital literacy.

Mr. Yogaraj held a practical session on holding a press conference and dealing with the media, which was well received by the participants.

Chavakachcheri PS deputy chairman Mr. S. Mayuran, CaFFE Jaffna District Coordinator, Mr. S. Thinesh and former coordinator, Mr. S. Pratab too took part in the workshop.