The Week That Was: Indian Women Empowerment News Overview
By: WE Staff | Saturday, 14 October 2023
The empowerment of Indian women is a powerful and transformative movement that has gained popularity in recent years, reshaping the nation's social, economic, and political landscape. This movement exemplifies the resilience, determination, and capabilities of Indian women who have faced challenges and disparities in various aspects of life for generations. Indian women have shown incredible strength and resilience. They have pursued empowerment through education, economic independence, political participation, and social activism for many years.
This week, Women Entrepreneur India featured these accomplished women's inspiring stories, emphasizing their leadership, entrepreneurship, and significant contributions to the workforce, demonstrating women's remarkable power and influence.
PAU Empowers Rural Women Through Training Camp
Punjab Agricultural University's (PAU) Kisan Club organized a monthly training camp, drawing the participation of 48 enthusiastic women. The camp took place at the Skill Development Centre, PAU.
Kanwaljit Kaur, the coordinator of the Kisan Club, shed light on the pivotal role that PAU plays in fostering self-reliance among farm women. She emphasized the importance of women understanding their talents, utilizing their spare time productively, and making financial contributions to sustain their livelihoods.
NWC Chair Rekha Sharma Receives Acharya Tulsi Karritva Award
National Women Commission Chairperson, Rekha Sharma, was honored with the "Acharya Tulsi Karritva Award 2023" during a prestigious ceremony held in Nandanvan, Mumbai. This annual award, presented in the presence of Acharya Shri Mahashraman Ji, recognizes exceptional service and contributions to society.
Mrs. Rekha Sharma, who has diligently served as the Chairperson of the National Women Commission for six years, received this esteemed honor. The award ceremony took place during the national convention of the All India Terapanth Mahila Mandal, a prominent organization dedicated to the upliftment and empowerment of women.
HCCB & Y4D Foundation Join Forces to Empower Millions Across India
Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB), a leading FMCG company in India, has partnered with the Y4D Foundation, a respected non-profit organization. Together, they are embarking on a mission to transform the lives of over a million individuals in 12 Indian states, particularly in rural areas.
HCCB is spearheading the effort to empower 25,000 young individuals, focusing on providing them with valuable sales and marketing skills. This initiative aims to enhance employability and create brighter career prospects for the youth. By nurturing the skills and talents of young people, HCCB envisions a future of progress and inclusivity.
Nirmala Sitharaman to Attend World Bank-IMF, G20 Meetings
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is gearing up for an official trip to Morocco, where she will participate in the annual meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), as well as engage in G20 meetings. Her journey, scheduled from October 10 to 15, will involve crucial discussions and bilateral meetings with several nations.
Nirmala Sitharaman is expected to hold bilateral meetings with representatives from Indonesia, Morocco, Brazil, Switzerland, Germany, and France. These engagements are essential for fostering international cooperation and addressing various economic and financial matters.
Early Breast Cancer Detection Tool Designed by SBI Initiative
The 'Thanks A Dot' initiative by SBI Life Insurance embarks on another lifesaving tool that will enable women to be aware of breast cancer and form a habit of self-breast examination.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is observed in October every year and it serves as a reminder for all women to prioritize their health and perform self-breast examinations regularly.
Indian Women's Hockey Team for Upcoming Championship announced
Hockey India announced the 20-member Indian Women's Hockey Team on Wednesday that will compete in the prestigious Jharkhand Women's Asian Champions Trophy Ranchi 2023. The championship will be held from October 27 to November 2, 2023.
The Indian women's hockey team which clinched bronze at the 19th Asian Games will compete in the tournament alongside Japan, China, Korea, Malaysia, and Thailand.
ILS on 'Women in Engineering' to be held at IIIT-A Campus
'Women in Engineering', will be a two-day International Leadership Summit (ILS) hosted by the Jhalwa Campus, Indian Institute of Information Technology, Allahabad (IIIT-A) beginning on October 15.
IEEE Women in Engineering International Leadership Summit (IEEE WIE ILS) 2023: Igniting Innovation and Empowering Leadership is the theme of the IEEE-sponsored program.
Swavalambane Program to Empower Rural Women Entrepreneurs in K'taka
The Indian Institute of Bangalore's (IIM-B) NSRCEL startup incubator, in collaboration with the Karnataka State Rural Livelihood Promotion Society, launched the Swavalambane Program on Thursday to empower rural women entrepreneurs in Karnataka.
Around 150 rural women entrepreneurs will be provided networking opportunities and financial assistance for advancing their businesses. This program is supported by the World Bank's National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRIM) as a part of the National Rural Economic Transformation Project.