Women Empowerment

On International Women’s Day, celebrate these pathbreakers who are making a difference at the grassroots level by addressing issues ranging from water scarcity, gender inequality to inclusive development After a gap of 11 years in February 2024, the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) under the aegis of the Union Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation …

Five Women Who Are Unleashing Ripples Of Positive Change In Rural India Read More »

Women entrepreneurs in India are making a significant impact in various industries. With a rise in women-led startups, the business landscape is witnessing a positive shift. Nidhi Yadav’s success is one such inspirational story in the world of entrepreneurship, fearlessly diving into the enchanting world of fashion, despite confronting challenges and leaving behind a thriving …

Meet woman who quit high-paying job to start her own company, now owns business worth Rs 200 crore Read More »

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has announced new partnership programs designed to empower Afghan women in the face of Taliban suppression of women’s rights in Afghanistan. Speaking at a meeting of the U.S.-founded group called the Afghan Women Economic Resilience Summit (AWERS), Blinken said Microsoft and LinkedIn will provide virtual training and certifications for …

US Announces Tech, Academic Opportunities to Empower Afghan Women Read More »

It  is an  axiomatic  truth  that every woman inherently possesses a few skills  and qualities.  However, owing to the rough and tumble of  daily life, these are rarely  able to surface. More  so in the case  of  the  Indian Eve who are  literally transformed  into  bonded  labourers  post  marriage.  Husband, home and kids become the …

Why “Boudi Canteen” is Relevant for IWD: How a school teacher’s Culinary Skills led to Her Empowerment Read More »