Call for an end to violence against women

A group of women, including garment workers, has demanded an end to violence and sexual abuse against women, as well as six months of maternity leave for female workers, reports bdnews24.com.
Sommilito Sramik Federation (SSF) and Awaj Foundation made the demands at rallies in front of the Jatiya Press Club in the capital on Friday, marking the International Women's Day to be observed today (Saturday). Both organisations advocate for labour rights in Bangladesh.
The women held placards that said - 'Six months maternity leave must be granted, 'We demand six months maternity leave', 'Stop violence against women', 'Introduce social security for workers', and 'Ratify ILO C-190'.