Women Empowerment Cell (WEC) was formed in 2016 under the Saksham Scheme of UGC to empower and orient women to recognize their true potential and to help them attain their stand in a competing world. Our goal is the comprehensive development of women in all spheres of their life. It also helps in creating awareness about important issues related to women and provides a forum for discussion and deliberation on a range of issues through various activities and events such as workshops, pageants, conclaves, surveys, and camps.
We aim is to work together and bridge the gap between the rights of men and women in India and take the progress of our country to new heights. We also stand firmly in our vision to advance Sustainable Development Goals 4 and 5. To read more about the sustainable development goals visit: https://sdgs.un.org/goals
Seminars and Workshops:
WEC has partnered with various NGOs and brands working on social impact to organize sensitization workshops on legal rights, empowerment of rural women, and supporting local businesses. We’ve also organized various online events and workshops on menstrual health, gender sensitization, caste, and intersectionality. WEC has also conducted self-defense workshops under the guidance of one of the best instructors for the students of Punjab Engineering College.
Ikhtiyaar:
‘Ikhtiyaar-beauty beyond shape’ was a ramp walk event organized by WEC. It was graced by various dignitaries who chose to make a difference in the world through their dynamic vision.
Baatein:
‘Baatein’ aims to understand the perspectives of women on campus on various issues through an interactive session that is moderated by guest speakers. It celebrates and remembers amazing women all over the world. The speakers emphasize the importance of being simply yourself and celebrating your strengths keeps us alive and cheerful.
Naaz- Let Your Pride Glow:
The Women Empowerment Cell of Punjab Engineering College organized a pride special event, Naaz- let your pride glow. The event was the major highlight of the year 2021 as it was the first pride event. A panel discussion was conducted emphasizing the role of universities in creating safe spaces for the LGBTQIA+ community. The past year has and continues to make us realize just how important it is to be true to ourselves.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=76V-EnAjsyA
Millennium Fellowship:
Millennium Fellowship is a semester-long leadership development program focused on sustainable development goals. The Class of 2021 officially begins in August and ends on November 30. Throughout the program, Millennium Fellows commit to participating in various activities- training sessions, webinars and SDG Conversation Hours, and engaging in social impact work.
Surkh:
Surkh is an initiative by the Women Empowerment Cell (WEC) of Punjab Engineering College, Chandigarh under the guidance of Millennium Campus Network (MCN) and United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI). It is also affiliated with Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA) and aims to advance Sustainable Development goals. It is a project aimed at increasing menstrual health awareness in rural villages and schools on the outskirts of Chandigarh, India. Menstrual health continues to be a stigmatized topic in many areas across the country, especially in rural areas. Surkh aims to destigmatize conversations around menstrual health and also increase the use of sustainable menstrual products. Hence a survey was conducted for all age groups (men and women) to analyze their views on menstruation and how they perceive it.
GIF link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1D05SAVJ0n_uh-0pQiRSBxmgB4lbrZ8Fj/view?usp=sharing
We welcome students of diverse interests and opinions since we strongly believe that society as a whole needs to be involved to drive social change.
- We provide a safe space.
There is a place where students, not only girls, can express themselves as much as they want while being surrounded by their peers who respect and appreciate them. - Give students a voice.
Being part of a community that makes you feel safe, gives you the confidence to express yourself. Students learn that each of their voices matters. - Bring awareness.
It's an excellent way to educate students, teachers, staff and members of the community on Black Lives Matter, LGBTQ+ and any other underrepresented group (or movement) going on at campus (and worldwide).
Secretary: Sheron Singh
Joint Secretary: Snehil Singh