Peran NMA (Naga Mother's Association) dalam Proses Perdamaian di

Abstract

The north-eastern part of India is isolated from the rest of India, both geographically and economically. As the region abruptly descends to the plains of the mainland, cultural, social and economic contrasts are strongly evident. An ongoing struggle by people trying to establish their right to autonomy, in most of the seven north-eastern states, which has led to political instability, strife and outright violence in the region. The ongoing armedconflict situation has intensified the violence faced by women, which takes the form of sexual, mental or physical abuse, killings and clashes. NMA (Naga Mother’s Association) as non-goverment organisation have work together to intervene at national and local level to stop the violence. Although the region has witnessed a resurgence of patriarchal values and norms, NMA extended their traditional role as peacemaker. Therefore, this study aims to determine the role of NMA (Naga Mother’s Association) to peace proess in Northeast India.