The upcoming Two-Day International Conference on “Resilience and Rights: Women’s Pathways to Empowerment in Comparative Perspective” at NIT Calicut on November 20-21, 2025, serves as a significant global platform to explore challenges and advances in women’s empowerment across cultural, legal, and social landscapes. This hybrid conference uniquely focuses on cross-cultural dialogue, integrating insights from law, social sciences, humanities, gender studies, and comparative perspectives from India, Europe, and beyond.
Key Themes and Focus Areas:
The conference covers a broad spectrum of topics relevant to women’s empowerment and resilience:
- Women’s Rights in the Digital Era
- Marriage, Family, and Legal Frameworks in Transition
- Intersectionality in Marital and Family Life
- Resilience in Learning Spaces: Support for Girls and Women Against Dropouts and Social Pressures
- Mental Health, Well-being, and Resilience in Education
- Cultural and Religious Negotiations of Women’s Rights
- Global Trends in Gender Justice and Policy Innovation
- The Future of Women’s Rights in Marriage
- The Role of Teacher Education in Fostering Gender-Sensitive Classrooms
This diversity in themes supports holistic discussions on empowering women not only through education but also through skill acquisition, leadership, communication, entrepreneurship, and socio-economic opportunities.
Institutional Support and Vision:
The conference is organized by the Centre for Women Welfare and Social Empowerment (CWSE) at NIT Calicut, an institute dedicated to promoting gender equity via research, training, awareness initiatives, and community engagement. CWSE emphasizes creating inclusive spaces that empower women from all backgrounds through workshops, mentorship, and training programs focusing on leadership, financial literacy, digital skills, and overall well-being. It aligns closely with the Government of India’s fast-track efforts towards achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 5 (gender equality) by 2030.
Broader Context and Impact:
This international conference highlights women’s resilience in facing structural inequalities and restrictive norms related to marriage, family, education, and mental health. By fostering collaboration among scholars, policymakers, and activists, it aims to generate actionable frameworks for gender justice, inclusion, and equality. Moreover, the initiative promotes diversity and inclusion within the academic community by encouraging participation from diverse groups through scholarships and support services.
Additional Events at NIT Calicut:
Complementing the conference are other academic events such as the GIAN course on Soft Matter in Physics, Biology, and Materials Sciences from November 24-28, and a workshop on Digital Humanities in Practice from November 27-29, emphasizing interdisciplinary innovation and research.
Read more at: https://nitc.ac.in/upcoming-events