Special Lecture and Awareness Programme

Name of the Activity: Special Lecture and Awareness Programme

Organising Department: Internal Complaints Committee

Type of Activity: Seminar

Date/ Duration of Activity (from-to): 30th April, 2025

Time: 12.00 noon – 3.00pm

Details of Resource persons (Name, Designation, Affiliation, Area of Specialisation, etc): Dr. Nandini Ghosh, Assistant Professor, Institute of Development Studies(IDSK)

No. of Participants: 52 (41 students and 11 Teachers and Staffs)

Objective of the event: The Internal Complaints Committee of The Bhawanipur Education Society College organized a special lecture on “Gender Bias and Stereotypes in Indian Workplace” to raise awareness about the pervasive issues affecting women’s careers.

Brief description of the event: The program commenced with a symbolic gesture of watering a plant, representing environmental awareness and sustainability. Professor Ghosh in her lecture highlighted the various forms of gender bias and stereotypes prevalent in Indian workplaces, including discriminatory hiring practices, unequal pay, and limited opportunities for career advancement. The speaker emphasized the importance of creating a safe and inclusive work environment, free from harassment and biases. The session encouraged participants to reflect on their own biases and roles in promoting gender equality. It also provided insights into strategies for addressing and overcoming these challenges, such as policy reforms, training programs, and awareness initiatives.

Outcome of the event: The event concluded with a sense of renewed commitment among participants to work towards creating a more equitable and supportive workplace culture. By fostering a deeper understanding of gender issues, the lecture aimed to contribute to a more inclusive and respectful environment for all employees.