Despite multiple global movements in support of gender equality and justice, a level playing field in the professional and social landscape remains elusive for women even today. According to UN Women, it will take at least 286 years to close gaps in legal protection and remove discriminatory laws against women.  

On International Women’s Day, Columbia Global Centers | Mumbai invites you to join a powerful conversation delving into the complexities of achieving true gender equity and dismantling systemic barriers. The discussion will center around the global push for change and the unique obstacles faced by women in competitive and professional arenas. 

Leading an all-women panel is Veronika Didusenko, an MPA'25 student at SIPA, Columbia University, and the visionary behind the #RightToBeAMother movement. She will be joined virtually by Gloria Allred, a renowned women's rights attorney in the United States, who will discuss the role of legal advocacy in creating more inclusive professional environments.

 The discussion will be moderated by Adv. Audrey Dmello, Director of Majlis, an NGO that works with vulnerable victims. Ms. Dmello will highlight the role of legal advocacy in advancing women's rights and empowering women through legal literacy and access to justice initiatives.

Offering an Indian perspective, Diana Edulji, the first Indian woman cricketer inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame, will share her journey of facing and overcoming gender-based discrimination and paving the way for gender equality in the sport.

Date :  Friday, March 8, 2024

Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Venue: Columbia Global Centers | Mumbai