Media Release
Mathura, Feb 10: A book titled ‘Gender Equality and Female Empowerment Policy for Sustainable Development’ was released on February 9 in an official book releasing ceremony held at the top-ranked GLA University, Mathura. After the release of the book, chief executive officer of the university, Neeraj Agrawal congratulated the authors of the book, Dr Rubee Singh, Dr Jacinta Dsilva and Dr Kalpana Gopalan. He also wished Dr Rubee Singh a bright future and was very appreciative of their effort. Neeraj said that this book was written on a very vivid subject and will educate the new generation about gender-related issues in today's environment. He hoped that more teachers be interested in teaching as well as writing on social topics which create awareness among the younger generation. This opens the way for the mental development of a teacher and the teacher should also distribute his/her knowledge in different forms.
Head of the department of Institute of Business Management, Professor (Dr) Somesh Dhamija and other teachers were present. Dr Jacinta Dsilva and Dr Kalpana Gopalan could not be present due to COVID restrictions, but were part of the ceremony virtually.
About the book
This groundbreaking collection of chapters includes different behaviours, aspirations and needs of men and women. Gender equality also describes the absence of apparent or implied disparities among individuals based on gender, therefore, this book intends to highlight the disparity in society even though we claim that there is equality. The government has instituted several laws and Acts in favour of women, but unfortunately, in spite of all the support by the constitutional and legal rights, their freedom is still overlooked and a far reality. The female population in many countries till date are often exposed to discrimination, several kinds of mental and sexual harassment, moral discomfort and are still looked down upon. If we evaluate further, the living condition for females is the worst in the rural areas and urban slums where they are exposed to all possible uncivilized behaviour from their male counterparts.
The book highlights several reasons for such behaviour as lack of education, awareness of their rights. Some of the chapters underline the importance of paving the way for female empowerment with the help of law enforcement as well as increased awareness through education so that they can empower themselves and others. In the twenty-first century, we need to create a synergy in our society which can only be evident if both genders work together to build it further. Female empowerment is commonly associated with social justice and equality, therefore, a critical topic to discuss in the unprecedented times. SDG-5 Gender Equality & Female Empowerment Policy became a vulnerable topic to be discussed for already pressured female victims. Therefore, female empowerment becomes an even pressing issue for policymakers, intellectuals, social activists and the female population. This book deals with numerous burning issues, views, arguments, problems, aspects and different perspectives of women’s empowerment and gender equalities in India and around the world.