GD Goenka University makes history with an all-women leadership team, emphasising its commitment to education, gender diversity, and empowerment
GD Goenka University achieves a significant milestone by establishing an all-women leadership team, marking a proud moment in the nation’s educational landscape. This achievement not only serves as a beacon of inspiration for women students across the nation but also underscores the university’s commitment to fostering gender diversity and empowerment.
By establishing an all-women leadership team at the university, the group sets a powerful example for other institutions to follow, emphasising the importance of inclusivity and female representation in leadership roles.
Led by Chancellor Renu Goenka – Executive Director, Radhika Goenka – Chief Education Officer, Dr Amrita Bahl – Vice-Chancellor, Dr Kim Menezes, this quartet of women has spearheaded a transformative journey within and outside the university’s walls. Through collective vision, dedication and expertise, the university has successfully ushered in a new era of innovation, inclusivity and excellence for furthering the cause of higher education and enablement of women in India.
Key initiatives spearheaded by the all-women leadership team include:
Implementation of gender-sensitive policies and practices to foster a safe, supportive and equitable environment for students, faculty, and staff.
Introduction of interdisciplinary academic programs that promote holistic learning and prepare female students for the challenges of the 21st century.
Expansion of research opportunities and collaborations to address pressing societal issues and drive meaningful change.
Enhancement of infrastructure and facilities to ensure a conducive learning environment that nurtures creativity, innovation and personal growth.
Empowerment initiatives aimed at encouraging female students to pursue leadership roles and excel in traditionally male-dominated fields.
Dedicated Scholarships and financial aid for female students
Mentorship programme for women faculty, staff and students
Renu Goenka, Chancellor, GD Goenka University, remarked: “As we celebrate our university’s milestone of ten years, we proudly reaffirm our dedication to women’s empowerment and gender diversity, exemplified by our establishment of an all-women leadership team, setting a profound precedent for inclusivity and female leadership in academia and beyond.”
