Women Empowerment:
Unlocking Potential for a Better
World
Empowering women is empowering
humanity.
What is Women Empowerment?
• • Definition: Enhancing women's social,
economic, political, and cultural participation.
• • Importance: Gender equality fosters
inclusive growth and societal harmony.
• • Quote: “There is no tool for development
more effective than the empowerment of
women.” – Kofi Annan
Evolution of Women
Empowerment
• • Ancient Era: Contributions of women like
Rani Lakshmibai and Gargi.
• • Modern Era: Fight for suffrage, education,
and equal rights.
• • Milestones: UN’s Declaration on the
Elimination of Discrimination Against Women
(1967).
Where Do Women Stand Today?
• • Statistics:
• - Workforce participation: 47% globally, 23%
in India.
• - Literacy rate: Global average 83%, India
70%.
• • Gaps: Wage inequality, safety concerns,
limited representation in leadership roles.
Challenges Faced by Women
• • Gender Stereotypes: Cultural and social
biases.
• • Education Gap: Limited access in rural areas.
• • Violence and Discrimination: Physical,
mental, and workplace harassment.
• • Economic Barriers: Unequal pay and
financial dependence.
Transforming Women's Lives
• • Education: Equal access to quality education.
• • Health: Awareness and access to healthcare
services.
• • Economic Independence: Skill training and
entrepreneurial opportunities.
• • Legal Rights: Strengthening laws against
discrimination and violence.
Initiatives Driving Change
• • Government Programs:
• - Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (India).
• - Women Entrepreneurship Platform (NITI
Aayog).
• • NGO Efforts: Grassroots campaigns and
vocational training.
• • Global Movements: HeForShe, Me Too, and
International Women’s Day.
Women Who Broke Barriers
• • Malala Yousafzai: Advocate for girls’
education.
• • Kalpana Chawla: First Indian woman in
space.
• • Mary Kom: World champion boxer inspiring
young women.
• • Highlight: Ordinary women creating change
in local communities.
A Vision for Tomorrow
• • Equal Opportunities: Bridging the gender
gap in leadership and innovation.
• • Education for All: Focus on STEM fields.
• • Safe Spaces: Ensuring physical and
emotional safety in public and private
domains.
• • Collaboration: Partnerships between
governments, corporations, and civil society.
Together Towards Empowerment
• • 'Empowering women means empowering
families, communities, and nations.'
• • Call to Action:
• - Encourage education and financial
independence for women.
• - Stand against gender-based discrimination
and violence.
• • Closing Quote: 'Empowered women
empower the world.'