Women Empowerment Cell

Vels Institute of Science, Technology, and Advanced Studies (VISTAS) is committed towards complying with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in all its practices and the Institution’s efforts to meet up Women Empowerment is very distinct. Imbibing the spirit of Women Empowerment percolates from the Management to all the members of the Institution. In this journey of building a Women empowered Institution which fosters growth and development of women VISTAS follows a meticulous approach. It can be described in terms of:

Measures taken towards Women Empowerment in Governance. VISTAS believes that the role of women in governance and leadership is a strategic imperative which will drive innovation and bring out success for the institution. Women representation is ensured at all levels of the Institution.

• To promote Gender Equality and foster an inclusive environment by creating awareness about gender equality, women’s rights, and equal opportunities for all.
• Ensure Safety and Well-being , Provide a safe, secure, and supportive environment by addressing issues related to harassment, discrimination, and gender-based violence.
• To Enhance Leadership and Skill Development , to Organize workshops, seminars, training programs, and mentoring sessions to develop leadership, communication, entrepreneurial, and life skills among women.
• To Create Awareness of Legal Rights and Government Schemes Educate women about their legal rights, constitutional provisions, workplace rights, and government welfare schemes through awareness campaigns and expert sessions.
• To Support Personal and Professional Growth, Encourage academic excellence, career development, financial independence, and entrepreneurship by providing guidance, counseling, and networking opportunities.
• Offer vocational training programmes in tailoring, handicrafts, food processing, digital literacy, computer applications, beauty and wellness, and other income-generating activities for women in the rural areas.
• Observe important national and international days related to women’s empowerment through rallies, street plays, exhibitions, awareness walks, and community campaigns.
• Promote gender equality, environmental sustainability, sanitation, and social responsibility.
• Conduct entrepreneurship development workshops and provide guidance on accessing financial assistance, microfinance, and government support schemes.