Centre for Women Studies

The Centre for Women Studies of the College is focussed on sustainable development and promotion of gender equality & empowerment of women. The college conducts research, development programmes, panel discussions and symposiums to create awareness and address the diverse needs of women in the society.

2023-24

VIKSIT BHARAT – NARI SHAKTI

Empowering Women for a Progressive Nation

In alignment with the vision of “Viksit Bharat” (Developed India), the Centre for Women’s Studies proposed to have a day to commemorate international Women’s day by inviting women from various professions to share their experiences in their respective professions in challenging times. This important initiative aimed to address the multifaceted challenges faced by women in India and explore strategies to empower them as key contributors to the nation’s progress. Keynote speaker for the event are:

Dr.Sowmya Anbumani,

President of Pasumai Thaayagam

Dr.Priya Abraham,

Virologist who waged war against the COVID 19 virus

Ms.Shanthini,

Co-founder of Koodugal NGO

2024-25

Lecture on Gender Norms and the Motherhood Penalty: Experimental Evidence from India

Lecture addressed by Prof. Dr. A.S. Bedi
Professor, Development Economics International Institute of Social Studies, Rotterdam

The session provided a comprehensive insight about the gender differences in the country and how it affects women’s careers in relation with motherhood.
The lecture encouraged the students to apply the principles from other countries to enhance and refine domestic policies and practices effectively.

Activities

National Symposium on “Women’s Development through the Ages”

A National Symposium on Gender and Diversity was conducted with the following discussion themes

1. ‘The 99 day diversity challenge’
2. ‘Women down the Ages’

Shakthi Quotient

An inter collegiate quiz organised on the theme ‘The Her in Hero – Achievements of Indian Women through the ages’ as part of Womens’ Day Celebrations

Management funded Research

Dr. Susan Sridhar along with Co – Investigators, Dr. S. Anurekha , Dr. Preetha R conducted a research on “Women Empowerment and Media Literacy – A Study on Kanchipuram District”