A meeting was organised by IQAC, Dhenkanal Mahila Mahavidyalaya in collaboration with ISWO, Dhenkanal, on 9 December 2025 as part of the ongoing “16-days of activism against gender-based violence towards women and girls”. The session aimed to raise awareness on issues of discrimination, abuse, and gender injustice while empowering students with knowledge on available support mechanisms and legal protections. Resource persons from ISWO highlighted the need for collective responsibility in addressing violence and stressed the role of youth in fostering a safe and equitable society. Faculty members and students actively participated in discussions, reaffirming the institution’s commitment to promoting gender sensitivity, equality, and a violence-free environment for women and girls.
Dhenknal, Odisha, India
