Women Development Cell (WDC)
Composition of the WDC:
1. Chairperson
 o A senior woman faculty member (preferably a Head of Department or Dean)

2. Faculty Members (3–5)
o At least 50% should be women
o From various departments to ensure broad representation

3. Administrative Staff Representative
o A female non-teaching staff member

4. Student Representatives (2–3)
 o Female students from UG and PG levels, selected based on merit and discipline

5. NGO/Social Activist Member (optional)
o A woman from outside the institution with experience in women’s rights, law, or counseling

Note:
   • Tenure: 1–2 years (renewable)
   • Must meet regularly and maintain confidentiality in grievance redressal


Roles and Responsibilities of Women Development Cell (WDC) 

Women Empowerment 

   • Promote awareness about gender equality, women’s rights, and legal provisions 

   • Organize events on leadership, career development, health & hygiene, selfdefense, etc. 

   • Conduct skill development workshops for women students and staff


Safety and Grievance Redressal 

   • Address complaints related to:

     o Gender discrimination
     o Harassment (other than sexual harassment, which is handled by the ICC)
     o Insecurity or unsafe conditions for women on campus

   • Coordinate with the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) when needed

   • Recommend measures to the institution for ensuring women’s safety


Awareness and Sensitization 

   • Conduct seminars, lectures, and awareness campaigns on: 

        o Gender sensitization 

        o Sexual harassment and workplace rights 

        o Mental health and emotional well-being of women 

   • Celebrate events like: 

        o International Women’s Day 

        o National Girl Child Day 

        o Menstrual Hygiene Day


Policy Development 

   • Suggest institution-wide policies that promote gender inclusivity and safety 

   • Advocate for: 

       o Women-friendly infrastructure (common rooms, sanitary facilities) 

       o Flexible rules for maternity/health issues 

       o Equal participation in committees, academics, and leadership roles 


Reporting and Documentation 

   • Maintain records of activities, events, and grievances addressed 

   • Submit annual reports to the principal or university body on WDC functioning 


Key Objectives of the WDC 

   • Create a gender-sensitive and respectful campus environment 

   • Promote inclusiveness and eliminate gender bias 

   • Strengthen the voice and representation of women in institutional processes