Rcm Presents

Lumora

Social sector

A Catalyst for Change

The social sector plays a crucial role in driving meaningful change by addressing pressing societal challenges, advocating for equity, and fostering sustainable development. It encompasses a wide range of initiatives, from grassroots movements to large-scale policy advocacy, all aimed at improving lives and building inclusive communities.

Women leaders in the social sector are at the forefront of these efforts, breaking barriers, challenging systemic inequalities, and pioneering solutions that create lasting impact. Their leadership not only transforms communities but also paves the way for future changemakers.

Event Description

Women today are empowered, ambitious, and making significant contributions across sectors. However, to reach the next level of leadership, they require a structured platform to share experiences, identify challenges, and seek necessary support. This initiative aims to bring together 500 women leaders from various fields, document their journeys, and initiate discussions on the support required for their further advancement.

Key Discussion Points

This event is an opportunity to engage, inspire, and contribute to a broader movement advocating for greater representation and inclusion in leadership. We invite you to be part of this transformative dialogue and help shape the future of women’s leadership.

Journey to Leadership

Personal experiences, achievements, and defining moments.

Breaking Barriers

Overcoming gender biases, navigating challenges, and sustaining long-term impact.

Inclusive Communities

Strategies for mentoring, collaboration, and empowering future leaders in social change.

Impact & Outcomes

Elevates the contributions of women leaders in the social sector, providing them with a platform to share their experiences and insights.
Creates a collective resource of leadership experiences, fostering mentorship and guiding future women changemakers.
Addresses gender biases, challenges in leadership, and strategies to create long-term impact in social change.
Encourages meaningful connections, partnerships, and collaborations among women leaders, driving collective action.
Promotes strategies for building inclusive communities and empowering the next generation of women leaders.
Encourages action-oriented discussions that lead to concrete steps for advancing equity, diversity, and leadership in the social sector.

Speakers

Dr. Sanghamitra Pal

Director, RGBS

The Women in Leadership Series – Driving Impact, Leading Change is a powerful initiative that embodies empowerment, equity, and transformation. More than just a platform, it is a movement amplifying the voices of women leaders in the social sector, celebrating achievements, and fostering meaningful conversations on leadership and change.

Women leaders navigate unique challenges, break systemic barriers, and work toward inclusive, sustainable impact. This series offers a space to share experiences, learn from one another, and create a valuable resource for future changemakers. By focusing on leadership growth, overcoming gender biases, and mentoring future women leaders, the event fosters collaboration and progress.

Discussions like these shape leadership’s future, proving that diversity and inclusion are essential for lasting change. I encourage all leaders to join this transformative dialogue and drive meaningful impact.

Prof. Dr. Shradha Padhi

DY. Director, RCM

The Women in Leadership Series – Driving Impact, Leading Change is a dynamic initiative that champions empowerment, equity, and transformation. It goes beyond being just an event—it is a movement that uplifts women leaders in the social sector, honors their contributions, and facilitates thought-provoking discussions on leadership and change.

Women in leadership continuously face challenges, dismantle barriers, and strive to create inclusive, lasting impact. This series provides a platform to share experiences, gain insights, and build a collective resource to inspire future changemakers. By addressing leadership growth, overcoming gender biases, and mentoring the next generation, this event fosters collaboration and progress.

Conversations like these redefine leadership, proving that diversity and inclusion are key to sustainable change. I encourage all leaders to be part of this transformative dialogue and drive meaningful impact.

Empowering Women Leaders: Insights & Impact

A comprehensive initiative capturing the experiences of 500 women leaders through interviews, discussions, and a published book, highlighting challenges, support mechanisms, and actionable strategies to advance women in leadership.

Methodology

Selection of Participants: Each session will cover 20 to 30 women leaders from diverse sectors, including business, academia, Civil service, healthcare, technology, and more.
Format: 10 interactive sessions featuring interviews and discussions.
Key Questions:
- How did you reach where you are today?
- What challenges did you face in your leadership journey?
- What support do you require to move to the next level?
Data Collection: Insights will be documented through recorded interviews, transcripts, and participant feedback.
Publication: The findings will be consolidated into a book capturing key themes, experiences, and recommendations.
Panel Discussion: A concluding session will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, and other stakeholders to discuss actionable support strategies for women leaders.

Expected Outcomes

A published book featuring the stories and recommendations of 500 women leaders.
Identification of key challenges and support mechanisms required.
Increased awareness and advocacy for women’s leadership needs.
A roadmap for future initiatives to support women in leadership roles.

Stakeholder Engagement

Women Leaders: To share their experiences and insights.
Policy Makers & Industry Leaders: To deliberate on key findings and support frameworks.
Academia & Researchers: To analyze trends and contribute knowledge.
Media & Civil Society: To amplify voices and advocate for actionable change.