Articles for Equal Opportunities

Empathy, not sympathy: President Murmu stresses equal opportunities for persons with disabilities
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Empathy, not sympathy: President Murmu stresses equal opportunities for persons with disabilities

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday emphasized the need for empathy, inclusivity and equal opportunities for persons with disabilities, and asserted that their empowerment is a collective responsibility of society and the government. Speaking at the National Awards ceremony for individuals and organisations working for the welfare of Divyangjan, Murmu called for a shift in societal attitudes. Above all, …

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Work-life balance, fewer flexible work options, pose challenge for women at job front: Naukri study
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Work-life balance, fewer flexible work options, pose challenge for women at job front: Naukri study

Hindustan Times  

Fewer flexible work options, work-life balance and family responsibilities pose substantial challenges for women trying to re-enter the workforce and are the main reasons for quitting their jobs, according to a report. A survey by Naukri.com has revealed that work-life balance poses a significant concern, as 39 per cent of the women respondents cited it as a key reason for …

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Apparently I’m part of the ‘global majority’, now – what a load of nonsense
7 months ago

Apparently I’m part of the ‘global majority’, now – what a load of nonsense

The Independent  

Are you part of the “global majority”? Over the decades we have most often been called “ethnic minorities” – because white British people continue to make up three-quarters of the population. That is why so few of the 6.8 billion people in this suppose “global majority” will have heard anything about a term only used to talk about minorities in …

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National Girl Child Day 2024: Date, history, and significance
10 months, 4 weeks ago

National Girl Child Day 2024: Date, history, and significance

India Today  

National Girl Child Day is observed on January 24 each year to shed light on the challenges faced by girls in Indian society. NATIONAL GIRL CHILD DAY 2024: HISTORY Established by the Ministry of Women and Child Development in 2008, National Girl Child Day has been celebrated annually with a common theme. NATIONAL GIRL CHILD DAY 2024: SIGNIFICANCE This annual …

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International Women's Day 2023: Gender Inclusivity Is The Need Of The Hour
1 year, 9 months ago

International Women's Day 2023: Gender Inclusivity Is The Need Of The Hour

News 18  

In today’s world, gender inclusivity is an issue that needs to be addressed urgently. Let’s explore the importance of gender inclusivity and the ways in which individuals and organizations can work towards achieving it with these women entrepreneurs. On this International Women’s Day, let us celebrate the incredible women who are breaking barriers and driving innovation in Science, Technology, Engineering, …

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Abrogation of Article 370 Has Changed Destinies of People in J&K
2 years, 4 months ago

Abrogation of Article 370 Has Changed Destinies of People in J&K

News 18  

The last three years have changed the very idea of governance in Jammu and Kashmir as the common man has now become the topmost priority and is being provided with equal opportunities irrespective of caste, colour, creed and sex. Abrogation of Article 370 has changed the destinies of people in J&K. After August 5, 2019, when the Centre made this …

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Poll: Title IX a mystery for high school students, parents
2 years, 8 months ago

Poll: Title IX a mystery for high school students, parents

Associated Press  

— Title IX is 50 years old, but a poll has found that nearly three-quarters of students ages 12-17 and nearly 60% of parents said they know “nothing at all” about the landmark civil rights law meant to ensure gender equity in education, including athletics. Enforcement of Title IX largely relies on students and parents to report unfair treatment or …

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GNLU: Webinar On "Equal Opportunities In Sports To The Persons With Disabilities: Prospects and Challenges" [December 17, 2021]
3 years ago

GNLU: Webinar On "Equal Opportunities In Sports To The Persons With Disabilities: Prospects and Challenges" [December 17, 2021]

Live Law  

Gujarat National Law University, Gandhinagar, is one of the premier national law universities of India. The University has established various centres of excellence to carryout research, training and extension activities About GCDS The University established GNLU Centre for Disability Studies with an aim to work for rights of disabled people and promotion of social justice through teaching and research in …

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Reservations Have Acted As a Form of Social Engineering to Address Centuries of Oppression and Discrimination: Justice Ravindra Bhat
4 years ago

Reservations Have Acted As a Form of Social Engineering to Address Centuries of Oppression and Discrimination: Justice Ravindra Bhat

Live Law  

"Affirmative action is not an exception to equality of treatment, but a method of ensuring equality, by enabling all individuals to perform according to their potentials," said Justice s. Ravindra Bhat while delivering the Annual Havanur Endowment Memorial Lecture, orgainzed by the Karnataka State Law University on Monday. " Affirmative action in India, due to the specific forms it takes, …

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National Recruitment Agency Will Provide Equal Opportunities to All, to Ensure Transparency: Amit Shah
4 years, 4 months ago

National Recruitment Agency Will Provide Equal Opportunities to All, to Ensure Transparency: Amit Shah

News 18  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday said the National Recruitment Agency, approved by the Union Cabinet, will provide equal opportunities to all sections of the society and will ensure transparency in the appointment process. In a series of tweets, Shah also said it was a landmark day for India's youth and thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the "unprecedented …

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