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THEME
Are you
passionate about equity?
Seize the chance to enrich your knowledge, expand your network, and make a significant, lasting impact at our annual conference.
at Home
in Education
at Workplace
in Society
EQUITY
"Gender equity means that the values, aspirations and needs of both women and men are equally valued and favored."
- Mary Robinson,
former President of Ireland and
former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights
TalentNomics India is a not-for-profit organisation, dedicated to creating a strong pipeline of women leaders & supporting an ecosystem that enables women to progress and succeed. They have been trailblazing women's leadership development since 2015, with their pioneering Leadership learning programs for professional women.
ORGANIZERS
The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung is a German political foundation driving regional and global prosperity. Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Japan's Regional Economic Programme Asia (SOPAS) focuses on sustainable growth and society 5.0, and in particular, on three strategic areas:
1. Advancing women leadership
2. Free trade and multilateralism
3. The future of work
It brings together a network of policy makers, economists, political analysts and thought leaders across Asia to discuss emerging issues, propose policy alternatives and share best practices.
Don't miss your opportunity to be a change agent
Gain Empowering Insights
Build a Powerful Network
Explore Best Practices
Unncover Collaborative Solutions
Engage in Impactful Conversations
Empower Your Advocacy Skills
Be Part of Policy Transformation
Take Home an Action Plan
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
EMCEES
AGENDA
09:15 am - 09:30 am
Opening Remarks
Embarking on a transformative journey through the 'Equiverse.'
Discovering the inspiring pathways to achieve true gender parity and set the tone for an empowering conference experience.
Nikita Singla
International Trade, Logistics and Inclusion Specialist;
Consultant, The World Bank
Aneesh Patnaik
Global Head of Operations for a Stealth Mode Startup
Previously, partner at Vahura
09:30 am - 09:40 am
Our Aspiration
Illuminating the path towards gender equity and sharing the profound motivation driving our collective commitment to shaping a more equitable future.
Rabea Brauer,
Country Representative, Japan,
Director of Regional Economic Programme Asia (SOPAS), KAS Japan
Ipsita Kathuria,
Founder & CEO,
TalentNomics India
09:40 am - 10:00 am
Keynote
Enlightening keynote address delivered by our esteemed speaker, offering invaluable insights that bridge the gap between aspiration and action on the journey to achieving gender parity in the 'Equiverse'
Andrea Wojnar,
Resident Representative, UNFPA India,
Country Director, Bhutan
10:00 am - 11:15 am
Balancing the Scales : Building Gender Equity in Families
Explore how to build a gender equitable culture within both conventional and non-conventional families, where all family members have equal opportunities, responsibilities, and are valued for their contributions. Discuss the policies, laws, and interventions that can drive behavioral changes to mitigate issues such as domestic violence, unequal caregiving, single
parenting, hurdles to same-sex marriage, and challenges for women as primary breadwinners.
Discover pathways to equalize gender-related privileges.
Shilpa Ajwani,
Founder & CEO, Unomantra,
Former MD, Tupperware India
Vani Subramanian,
Film Maker
Heena Handa,
Managing Partner & Creative Head,
EDC Space
Sumitra Mishra
Executive Director,
Mobile Creches
11:45 am - 01:00 pm
Pioneers of Parity: Perks of balanced workplaces
(Case Study)
Showcase inspiring organizations that have achieved a gender-balanced workforce and are known as Great Places to Work for women. Gain insights into their innovative strategies and policies for equitable hiring, retention, re-entry, and growth. Understand the challenges they faced in building an equitable and inclusive workplace and learn how they overcame them. Find out how these organizations plan to sustain and preserve their achievements in this highly competitive environment.
Suhela Khan,
Country Programme Manager-
Women's Economic Empowerment, UN Women
Parineeta Lakra,
Country People & Culture
Manager,
IKEA India
02:00 pm - 03:15 pm
Education for Equity : Leveraging the Digital Era
Explore the multi-faceted issue of gender inequity around access to education. Focus on formulating policy interventions and harnessing the power of digital platforms for facilitating a bias-free educational environment and building skills for equitable jobs. How can education policy, and digital platforms drive equal access to Work, Wealth, and Wellbeing for Women? What proactive steps can be taken to inspire and empower girls to reach their full potential, and promote agency of women?
Delve into systemic inequalities and deep-rooted patriarchal perspectives that needs to be dismantled. How to use policy measures and digital tools to eradicate biases and transform mindsets?
Dr. Urvashi Sahni,
Founder & CEO,
Study Hall Educational Foundation (SHEF)
Maheshwer Peri,
Founder & CEO, Careers 360,
Former President & CEO,
Outlook Group
Shreyasi Singh,
Founder & CEO,
Harappa