Addis Ababa: National Dialogue Commission held discussion about the participation and role of women in the nationwide dialogue with stakeholders today. Speaking at forum in Addis Ababa, President Sahle-Work Zewde said the participation of women is crucial for the success of the dialogue. Therefore, women's participation at the national dialogue needs to be not only for the sake of political correctness but also because they play a vital role in the dialogue, she added. The president stressed that women should actively participate in the process not only because it is their right but also their responsibility. National Dialogue Commission Chairperson Mesfin Araya said various activities have been carried out to enhance women's participation by making the ongoing national dialogue process inclusive and participatory. According to him, a participants selection process that enables women to have 30 percent share has been established. Besides enhancing participation, various activities have been carried out to create a awareness among women across the country. Women and Social Affairs Minister Ergoge Tesfaye stated on her part the national dialogue means a lot to us women as we are the first victims of lack of peace. Therefore, women have to influence the process by applying wisdom. Source: Ethiopian News Agency