The Gender Sensitization Unit (GSU) of the college organized an awareness program on 13th February in observance of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science (internationally celebrated on 11th February). The program was conducted in collaboration with the Science Department and the Department of Sociology with the objective of promoting gender equality in scientific fields and inspiring students through the life and achievements of women scientists.
As part of the program, a documentary titled- Marie Curie, based on the life and contributions of Marie Curie, the Nobel Prize–winning scientist, was screened at 11:00 AM in the Science Smart Classroom. The documentary highlighted her struggles, dedication to research, groundbreaking discoveries in radioactivity, and her remarkable achievement as the first woman to win a Nobel Prize. It also emphasized her role as a pioneer who broke gender barriers in science.
The program witnessed active participation from members of the Gender Sensitization Unit, faculty members from the Science Department, and students from the Departments of Botany, Physics, Zoology, and Chemistry. Additionally, students of Sociology IV Semester also attended the screening, making the event interdisciplinary in nature.
The documentary screening was followed by informal discussions among students and faculty, where participants reflected on the challenges faced by women in scientific fields and the importance of creating inclusive academic environments. The program successfully created awareness about gender equality in science and motivated students, especially young women, to pursue careers in scientific research and innovation. A few numbers students were also provided with feedback forms to reflect on the documentary screened and on gender equality.
Overall, the event was informative, inspiring, and meaningful, fulfilling its objective of sensitizing students towards gender equity while celebrating the achievements of women in science.
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Gender Sensitization Unit (GSU)