Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Gender Sensitization Cell (GSC) observes ‘International Women’s Day on March 11
Mangaluru: The Gender Sensitization Cell (GSC) from Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) organized a program to mark ‘International Women’s Day’ on 11. March 2024 at the Yendurance Zone, Mangaluru.
Ms Mrinal Karkera, Associate Professor, School of Allied Health, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), welcomed the august gathering with introductory remarks. Dr Gladys R Colaco, secretary of GSC presented the program report for the year 2023-24. The guest of honour, Dr Maji Jose, Dean, Student Affairs and Professor Yenepoya Dental College (Yenepoya Deemed to be University), emphasized the need for gender equity amongst both men and women for a better world.
The dignitaries presented the Best Woman Employee Award to Sujatha Shetty, from the Biochemistry Department for serving the esteemed institution for over 27 years.
The chief guest, Dr Loveena Lobo, Associate Professor of Social Work and Director, PG Programme, St Aloysius (Deemed to be University) Mangaluru, highlighted the need to embrace equity at the levels of family as well as workplace. Dr Leena K.C. the Convener of the Gender sensitisation cell, delivered the Presidential Address. The program was witnessed by dignitaries, faculty coordinators, gender champions and student representatives from various institutions coming under the ambit of Yenepoya (Deemed to be University). The inaugural program was followed by a vote of thanks by Dr Amal Lobo, Associate Professor, Dept of Microbiology, Yenepoya Medical College and the National anthem. Subsequently, the program concluded with student cultural programs.