Empowering Girls Through Education: An Overview of the Indian Government’s Scholarship and Incentive Programs Over the Years

A summary of Government of India’s scholarships and incentive programs to enhance girls’ participation in education, bridge systemic inequalities, reduce dropout rates, and strengthen the role of education as a tool for empowerment.

The Significance of International Women’s Day: Past, Present, and Future

Exploring IWD and the historical roots of this day, its continued relevance, and how it aligns with global commitments like the Beijing Declaration and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Cash Transfer Schemes for Women in India

Overview of cash transfer schemes for women by state governments

State Public Transport Initiatives Boosting Women’s Mobility

Some key schemes by various State Governments in India to address challenges to women’s mobility

Gender Lens Analysis of India’s Export Basket: Case of Textiles and Food Sectors

Increasing exports in the textiles, leather, and apparels sector, which employs the highest number of women, can help expand economic opportunities for India’s female workforce.

Plunging Fertility Rates: Lessons for India from Experiences of China, Korea and France

How India can prevent its fertility rates from plummeting below replacement rate

How we think 2023 Contributed to Changing the Economics of Women…And What’s Needed in 2024

Rewind and round-up of key gender and women related #2023trends and our #2024outlook on how things could pan out for women. Covering developments in India but also around the world, from politics to workplaces to building role models.