2.1.5. Trincomalee Regional Office Introduction The commemoration of International Women’s Day organized by the Trincomalee Regional Office of the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka was held on 08 March 2017 at the Kulakkottam Cultural Hall of the Town Council of Trincomalee. Participants Mr.Bandaranayake, Deputy Commissioner/ Labour Department, Mr.M.M.Nawfis, Deputy Director/ Eastern Provincial council- Rural Industries, Rev. Father Yogeswaran, Director/ Centre for promoting and protecting human rights, Ms. Laxmi, attorney at law of the Legal Aid Commission of Trincomalee and representatives of state institutions as well as nongovernmental organizations including women’s organizations, civil society members, members of women’s organizations, human right activists and those engaged in microindustries in the district of Trincomalee were present on this occasion. Among the woman participants, there were those who are engaged in enterprises related to Palmyra Products, Handlooms, handicrafts, coconut oil, milk related products and leather products. Challenges and Constraints   Difficulties in marketing their products since major scale entrepreneurs are selling merchandise similar to micro industrial products, but at a lower price. Difficulties in marketing their products in the absence of a proper and permanent market. Views /response of state officials and representatives of civil organizations.    Chamber of Commerce stated that plans have been already prepared to establish a Marketing Centre in the Trincomalee District. A project proposal has been submitted by the Chamber of Commerce and if approved, it will serve as a good source for the women engaged in small scale enterprises of this nature. Mr.Bandaranayake, Deputy Commissioner of Labour explained the facilities and services available in the Labour Department. Mr.M.M.Nawfees, Deputy Director/ Rural Industries in the Eastern Provincial Council too explained about the projects and activities enforced by his department and stated that anyone interested could call over at his department for details and also take part in suitable training courses conducted by the department. 20 20