The Centre for Women and Child Rights (CWCR) at GD Goenka University represents a transformative step towards addressing the critical challenges faced by women and children in India. This pioneering initiative aims to empower vulnerable communities through innovative research, policy advocacy, legal consultancy, and capacity-building programs.
With a vision to establish itself as a leading academic and research hub, the CWCR focuses on gender equity, child protection, and justice. The Centre's objectives include conducting impactful research, offering training on laws like POSH and POCSO, organizing advocacy campaigns, and fostering partnerships with government bodies, NGOs, and international organizations like UNICEF.
By delivering expert consultancy services, hosting workshops, and driving policy reforms, the CWCR will play a vital role in creating an equitable and safe environment for women and children. This initiative aligns with GD Goenka University’s mission to foster social justice and create meaningful change.
Explore more about how the CWCR is shaping the future of gender equality and child welfare through its cutting-edge programs and initiatives.
Highlights
Conduct high-impact policy research on critical issues concerning women’s rights, child protection, and legal reform.
Provide consultancy services to government ministries, NGOs, and private and public entities and other stakeholders on laws and policies related to women and child rights.
Offer training programs on POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) and POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses) for public and private entities.
Engage in advocacy, awareness campaigns, and outreach programs for the empowerment of women and children.
Organise conference seminars and workshops relating to the theme
Collaborate with national and international organizations to promote gender justice and child welfare.
Mission
The Centre will work towards empowerment, legal reform, and capacity building, with a focus on addressing issues of gender equity, child protection, and justice for vulnerable populations.
Vision
To become a leading academic and research hub dedicated to promoting and protecting the rights of women and children through research, policy advocacy, legal training, and consultancy.
Head of Centre’s Message
I am delighted to announce the establishment of the Centre for Women and Child at School of Law, GD Goenka University.
This centre will serve as a hub for research, advocacy, and capacity building on critical issues concerning women's rights and child protection.
Ms. Heena Parveen
Assistant Professor at the School of Law
Convenor & Member
Dr. Apoorva Dixit
Assistant Professor at School of Law
Dr. Kriti Kaushik
Assistant Professor at School of Law
Why is this Centre Important?
Addressing Critical Challenges: Women and children face a multitude of challenges, including gender-based violence, child abuse, discrimination, and lack of access to education and healthcare. This centre will play a vital role in addressing these critical issues through rigorous research and evidence-based interventions.
Policy Impact:The centre will conduct high-impact policy research, providing valuable insights to policymakers and contributing to the development of effective and equitable laws and policies related to women and child rights.
Capacity Building: We will offer comprehensive training programs on crucial topics such as POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) and POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses) for both public and private entities. These programs will empower individuals and organizations to create safe and inclusive environments for women and children.
Collaboration and Partnerships: The centre will actively engage with government ministries, NGOs, private and public entities, and other stakeholders to foster collaboration and facilitate the implementation of effective solutions.
Academic Excellence: By establishing this centre within a university setting, we aim to integrate research, teaching, and community engagement. This will provide valuable learning opportunities for students and faculty, fostering a deeper understanding of women's and children's rights and empowering the next generation of advocates.
The Centre for Women and Child is committed to making a significant contribution to the well-being and empowerment of women and children. We invite you to learn more about our initiatives and explore opportunities for collaboration.
Join us in our mission
To create a more just and equitable society for women and children.
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