In pursuance of the directions issued by the University Grants Commission and Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India, the Nirma University has set up the Women Development Cell (WDC). The objective of the WDC is to provide and maintain a dignified, congenial working environment for women employees (including teaching, non-teaching and contractual workers) and students, where they can work, study and explore their potential to the fullest. They can approach the Women Development Cell in case of any grievance.
Roles and Functions
The WDC Cell at the University aims to sensitise all members of the University community towards the Supreme Court and statutory mandate prohibiting gender discrimination and sexual harassment at the workplace and encourage involvement through academic, cultural and outreach activities, such as talks, seminars, workshops, community action, drama, street theatre, poster-making, etc.
It provides a platform for dialogue, discussion, and deliberation on women’s rights and gender-related issues. More importantly, the WDC reviews safety and security measures for female employees and students at Nirma University campus from time to time.
Contact
Prof Purvi Pokhariyal
Chairperson, Women Development Cell (WDC)
Director and Dean, Institute of Law, Nirma University
Email: purvipokhriyal@nirmauni.ac.in
Phone: 079- 71652802
Dr Ravindra Sen
Member Secretary, Women Development Cell (WDC)
Assistant Registrar (Academic Section)
Email: asst_registrar@nirmauni.ac.in
Phone: 079-71652680
