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EXPERT LED ROUND TABLE
BUILDING
INCLUSIVE URBAN SPACES
6th March, 2024
New Delhi, India
Part of round table series, unveiling insights for our upcoming Annual Conference
THEME
Across the diverse tapestry of South Asia, gender equity remains a dynamic challenge, visible in varying female workforce participation rates. From India to Afghanistan, social norms intricately shape urban spaces, posing barriers to women's equal access to
work, wealth, well-being and welfare.
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This Round Table is not just an event but a pivotal milestone in our relentless pursuit of building an EQUIVERSE - a universe where gender equity is the norm.
Stay tuned for engaging discussions that pave the way to our annual conference -
Fostering the Equiverse.
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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, and
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.
ROUND TABLES
Round Table 1
Building Inclusive Urban Spaces
6th March, 2024
IIC, New Delhi, India
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Round Table 2
Conscious Education for Equity
TBD
New Delhi, India
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Round Table 3
Policies for Equal Access to 4W's
TBD
New Delhi, India
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ROUND TABLE 1 :
BUILDING INCLUSIVE URBAN SPACES
OBJECTIVE
Uncover Barriers, Propose Solutions for Inclusive Urban Spaces
Examine challenges limiting women's access to education, work, wealth, well-being and welfare.
Use survey insights to pinpoint roadblocks and offer actionable solutions.
KEY DISCUSSION AREAS
Inclusive Urban Transportation:
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Ensure equal access for economically disadvantaged women.
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Collaborate for an inclusive transport system.
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Safe Recreation/Exercise Spaces:
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Assess safety in streets, parks, and gyms for women.
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Collaborate for safer urban environments.
High-Quality Facilities:
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Address needs like public amenities, safe shelters, lighting.
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Collaborate with government, private sector, and civil society.
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Leveraging Tech for Women's Safety:
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Evaluate tech's impact on enhancing women's safety in urban areas.
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Collaborate with tech entities to develop tools addressing women's safety.
EXPECTED OUTCOMES
Innovation in Access:
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Generate creative solutions for equitable urban access.
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Foster innovation in building inclusive systems.
Enhanced Safety Measures:
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Develop concrete safety protocols for public spaces and enhance urban safety strategies.
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Policy Advocacy:
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Propose actionable policies for improved facilities.
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Advocate for collaborative policies involving various stakeholders.
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Tech's Impact Assessment:
- Understanding of tech. effectiveness in improving women's safety.
- Identify where technology can play a pivotal role in urban safety.
GUESTS OF HONOUR
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Kunal Kumar
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Joint Secretary & Mission
Director (Smart Cities Mission),
India
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Suparno Banerjee
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Expert in Digital
Infrastructure and Smart
Cities
