To empower girl students about their rights and
duties, Andhra Loyola College in Collaboration with SAFE (Step Ahead for
Equality) organised a Two Day workshop on “GENDER EQUALITY – SOUL OF LIBERTY” on
18th and 19th January 2023. The workshop was inaugurated
by Rev.Fr.K.Anil Kumar, SJ and Dr.PVS Sai Ram, Vice Principal of II year UG.
They stressed the importance of workshops in shaping an individual’s career.
Dr.Suryadevara Kalpana, Principal, SDM Siddhartha Mahila Kalasala and standing
committee member, SAFE was the resource person. Madam spoke on the age-old
beliefs which are deep rooted in the society making women suffer from
meaningless traditions. She quoted many examples from various incidents that we
come across in real life or in newspapers. She emphasised on the importance of
women’s role in the society and added that there is no society in the world
without men and women in co-existence. She also urged the girls to be bold,
strong and firm in portraying their self. On the second day, Dr.Koneru Anuradha,
Assistant Professor, SMT VD Siddhartha Law College, Kanuru focused on Women
rights and responsibilities highlighting the key role every girl child has to
play in every walk of her life. She focused on the position of women from
Pre-Vedic period to Modern period. She gave a crystal clear picture of a
women’s journey from “Womb to Tomb”.
She spoke at length on the reasons for violence against women and also
motivated them to recognise their power and fight for their rights. Ms.Radha
Kumari, Advocate, High court, Krishna District Child Welfare Committee member
gave inputs on the Constitutional Protections. Ms. G. Jyostna, President, SAFE,
Ms.G.Vani, Secretary spoke on various issues related to women, and exhorted
that it is high time they face the challenges and stand up for their rights.
Many girl students put forth their issues which were sought for solution. More
than 400 girl students and faculty members from various departments were
present in the session.
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