NCW's Diu programme equips IAS, IPS officers to lead gender-inclusive governance

New Delhi [India], September 10, (ANI): The National Commission for Women (NCW) is set to organise a three-day capacity-building programme titled Catalysts for Change: Gender Inclusive Governance Programme for IAS and IPS officers from 12-14 September 2025 in Diu.

According to a release, senior officers from 20 states will participate in the programme. This initiative reflects NCW commitment to strengthening gender-inclusive governance by equipping senior administrators with the tools and sensitivity required to integrate women empowerment into governance systems.

This will be the third edition of the programme, which was earlier organised in Thiruvananthapuram and Goa. The flagship programme is being steered under the leadership of the Chairperson of NCW, Vijaya Rahatkar.

IAS and IPS officers, as heads of administration and policing in their respective districts, are uniquely positioned to influence the lives of women through policy enforcement, safety measures, justice delivery, and developmental initiatives. Their role goes far beyond administrative decision-making--they are often the first responders to challenges faced by women at the grassroots.

By ensuring that laws are implemented effectively, by fostering safer communities, and by enabling women access to opportunities, these officers can become powerful catalysts of social transformation.

The programme will feature sessions on gender and governance, safeguarding women rights, victim compensation and rehabilitation, crisis response and multi-agency coordination, as well as effective enforcement of legislations such as the POSH Act, 2013 and the Domestic Violence Act. Eminent speakers--including retired judges, senior civil servants, and policy experts--will lead these knowledge-driven sessions.

Beyond discussions, the programme will focus on interactive workshops, group presentations, and action planning, ensuring participants return with clear strategies to strengthen gender-responsive governance in their regions. With this initiative, NCW aims to nurture a cadre of administrators who not only enforce the law but also champion equality, dignity, and empowerment of women in every corner of the country. (ANI)

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