The importance of women’s education can hardly be overstated. Every social reformer in the world has highlighted the criticality of educating women to ensure their empowerment.
Infact Brigham Young went on to state how educating women can have far reaching results. He has famously said, “You educate a man; you educate a man. You educate a woman; you educate a generation.”
Indeed, educating women has positive impact on her family and community’s wellbeing.
With the aim to educate Indian women, late Sir Shri Ram established the Lady Shri Ram College in 1956. Founded in the memory of his wide, the educational institution aimed to provide quality education to the women of India.
From modest beginnings in Daryaganj, Lady Shri Ram College for women has today come to be recognized as a seat of higher learning for women in India. A centre for academic excellence and achievement, it is today one of the finest institutions for Social Sciences, Humanities and Commerce, while also offering a B.Sc. Programme in Statistics. Professional courses like Elementary Education and Journalism are among its strengths.
The institution has honed some of the sharpest minds of India and the world including Menaka Gandhi, Nidhi Razdan, Yogita Bali, Dr Meenakshi Gopinath and Aung Saan Sii Kyi among various others.
This meritorious list extends much further and includes a host of other names. The current edition of Women Entrepreneur India magazine introduces you to a few more women leaders who are alumni of Lady Shri Ram College for Women.
In this month’s magazine edition read about Devika Jeet is the Director of DDP Publications. Her journey in the media industry has been marked by a focus on delivering value to audiences through content that is both engaging and informative. Known for her strategic acumen and innovative thinking, Devika Jeet has contributed to the expansion of DDP Publications into various domains, showcasing adaptability to changing industry landscapes.
She is joined by Aditi Amit, Partner, Fitoori Banjaaran. Aditi creates beautiful products leveraging her knowledge in crafts and leads the business through critical aspects like strategy, negotiation, and more. Her diverse experiences wove together to shape the remarkable journey that brought her to where she stands today, leading Fitoori Banjaaran.
We also highlight the story of Sujata Chaudhri, Managing Partner, Sujata Chaudhri IP Attorneys. Sujata, holds an LL.M. in Intellectual Property Law. With extensive experience in IP litigation, enforcement, prosecution, and transactions in the United States and India, focusing on trademarks. Her commitment to excellence, innovation, and ethical practice has made her a leader in the evolving IP landscape.
Read more about these women leaders and the role Lady Shri Ram college played in their success.
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