In recent years, the importance of gender equity has come to the forefront as organizations, educators, and policymakers recognize its role in driving societal and economic progress. While gender equality ensures everyone receives the same treatment, gender equity goes a step further, addressing the unique needs of women and the …
Read More »“Safety isn’t just about security; it’s about transforming the entire system and culture”, says actor Padmapriya at TRI’s #NoExcuse – Rural Youth Speak Out for the 16 days of Activism Against Gender Violence
Lawyer Flavia Agnes, grassroots activist Taniya Khan and Activist Prabhleen Tuteja engaged with rural youth and women in a powerful virtual session On December 2, Transform Rural India (TRI) organised a virtual session, #NoExcuse – Rural Youth Speak Out on Safety where youth and women from rural areas addressed systemic …
Read More »India Women’s Leadership Conference 2024: Driving Gender Equality and Systemic Change Across Sectors
The India Leaders for Social Sector (ILSS) is hosting its inaugural India Women’s Leadership Conference (IWLC) 2024, a transformative event that celebrates women’s leadership and offers real-world, actionable pathways towards a more inclusive and equitable future. The IWLC 2024, a platform to recognize, empower, and catalyze progress in the social …
Read More »OMRON Healthcare India Awards Scholarships to 200 Girl Students
OMRON Healthcare India has awarded scholarships to 200 female students nationwide through its OMRON Healthcare Scholarship 2024-25 program. This initiative, executed through Indias leading scholarship & mentorship platform, Buddy4Study, aims to help girl students in grades 9 to 12, move closer to their academic goals. In line with their commitment …
Read More »Crompton Takes a Step Towards Gender Equality by Launching its All-women Electrician Training Program in Maharashtra
Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd. is proud to announce the launch of its second batch of the Saksham program, a pioneering initiative aimed at empowering women in the electrical industry. In collaboration with Tata Strive, this unique program empowers young women from underserved communities by training them in non-traditional STEM …
Read More »Ten days nationwide celebration of International Day for Girl Child under banner of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao
The Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India led a 10-day nationwide celebration of the International Day for the Girl Child from October 2nd to 11th. All States and Union Territories organized this special 10-day program under the banner of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao. Across the country, States and UTs …
Read More »This Dussehra, revisit the feminist writing of playwrights whose works challenged societal norms
Watch Herik Ibsen’s ‘Doll’s House’, Vijay Tendulkar’s ‘Khamosh Adalat Jaari Hai’ and Rabindranath Tagore’s ‘Chokher Bali’ on the small screen Much before the rise of feminist theatre in the seventies, many playwrights like Henrik Ibsen, Rabindranath Tagore, Shanta Gandhi, and many others had made women central to their narratives. This …
Read More »Meet 4 dynamic women who championed gender-inclusive climate discourse at Climate Week NYC
WCC climate leaders Natasha Zarine, Nidhi Pant, Heeta Lakhani and Sayesha Dogra have worked tirelessly to bring gender equity to the climate ecosystem Four trail-blazing climate champions from India are at the Climate Week NYC 2024. As part of the Women Climate Collective (WCC), Natasha Zarine, Nidhi Pant, Heeta Lakhani …
Read More »VP Highlights Need for Male Mindset Change to Address Subtle Gender Discrimination
The Vice-President, Jagdeep Dhankhar today appealed for changing the male mindset and for wider gender sensitisation. Delivering his address at the SheShakti2024 on “The Holistic Approach to Woman Empowerment” organised by Network 18 group at Taj Palace hotel in Delhi today, Shri Dhankhar emphasised on paying attention to pervasive subtle gender …
Read More »‘I Am Woman’ 5.0 by The Karan Gupta Education Foundation (KGEF) and IE University: Empowering Voices, Inspiring Change
“I Am Woman“ is a collaborative platform established by theKaran Gupta Education Foundation (KGEF) and IE University. Created with the purpose of celebrating and recognizing the inspirational contributions of women across various fields, both organizations share a commitment to highlight the significant roles women play in business and society, striving …
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