About ICFAI
Center for Women Development
“Center for Women Development was Inaugurated on January 22nd, 2014. The Chief Guest for the function was Dr. Suvarna, Special Commissioner (watersheds) Government of Andhra Pradesh. The Guest of Honor for the Program was Ms. Vanitha Datla, CFO & Executive Director, Elico Ltd. and Mr.& Mrs. P.Sanjay Ram. Prof.J. Mahender Reddy, Vice-Chancellor, presided over the event, in the presence of Smt. Shobha, our co-founder.”
Vision, Mission & Objectives
Vision of CWD
"To serve as a transformative force for gender equity and women’s empowerment by fostering knowledge, leadership, and inclusive development across academic, social, and professional domains."
Mission of CWD
- To create a vibrant ecosystem for dialogue, research, and innovation on women’s issues through seminars, conclaves, and international conferences.
- To promote academic excellence and social impact by publishing research articles, books, and a quarterly e-magazine focused on women's development.
- To collaborate with national and international organizations, NGOs, industry, and government bodies to design and implement meaningful programs for women empowerment.
- To engage with students, faculty, and the broader community in awareness, outreach, and capacity-building initiatives aimed at creating a more inclusive and equitable society.
- To serve as a platform for mentoring, inspiring, and supporting women to take leadership roles in various walks of life.”
Objectives of CWD
- Organization of national and international conferences, seminars, and conclaves on women-centric themes.
- Publication of research articles and books on women's empowerment and development.
- Launch of a quarterly e-magazine featuring real stories, insights, and research on gender and development.
- Collaborations with NGOs, industry, government, and global organizations for awareness and action.
- Conducting awareness programs, workshops, and outreach activities in nearby villages and urban communities.
- Encouraging student and faculty participation in gender-related projects, internships, and initiatives.
- Promoting policy advocacy and educational programs for women within the institution and beyond.”
N. J. Yasaswy
(1950 - 2011)
Founder of the ICFAI Group of Educational Institutions
Our Leadership
Madam N. Sobharani Yasaswy
Chairperson of ICFAI Society
- She is the guiding force for the Center for Women Development, IFHE
- She actively participates in the CWD Awareness Programs, Workshops and Outreach Programs.
Prof. Dr. Tamma Koti Reddy
In Charge VC, IFHE Hyderabad
- His best wishes will always be there for the good activities and Awareness Programs of the Center for Women Development
Prof. Dr. S. Vijayalakshmi
Registrar, IFHE & Chair CWD
- She along with the Coordinators of 5 Schools, Designs, Conducts Awareness Programs, Workshops and Outreach Activities.
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