Awareness Program on Gender-Inclusive Workplace Practices held at GCoE Srinagar

Srinagar, Nov 25: The Women Studies Centre of the Government College of Education (GCoE), IASE, Srinagar, in collaboration with the Indian Audit and Accounts Department J&K Srinagar, organised an Awareness Programme on ‘Women’s NGO on Inclusive Workplace Practices – Gender Inclusivity, Equal Opportunities and Workplace Wellbeing’ today.

The event aimed to highlight the importance of gender-sensitive work environments and create awareness on the legal, social, and institutional mechanisms that promote workplace wellbeing.

The programme was attended by Principal of the College, Prof. (Dr.) Seema Naz, who underscored the relevance of women’s empowerment and the critical role educational institutions play in promoting inclusive workplace practices.

General Manager, District Industries Centre Ganderbal, Dr. Mantasha Binti Rashid, spoke extensively on the structural and policy-driven aspects of gender inclusivity. She also stressed the importance of capacity building and institutional reforms aimed at fostering an environment where women can participate meaningfully in economic activities.

Director EMMRC, University of Kashmir, Prof. (Dr.) Salima Jan, stressed the role of media and communication in reshaping public narratives around gender roles and workplace culture. President of Soroptimist International Kashmir, elaborated on global women’s rights initiatives and the role of international networks in uplifting women through education and empowerment.