Center for Women Empowerment
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Center for Women Empowerment
Vishwakarma University, Pune
CENTER FOR
WOMEN
EMPOWERMENT
Welcome to Saksham-Center for Women Empowerment
Empower a woman, and you elevate an entire community. — Dr. Kailash Satyarthi.
Saksham-Center for Women Empowerment, Vishwakarma University has been established in
the year 2023.
In adherence to the fundamental principles outlined in Articles 14, 19, and 21 of the Constitution
of India, which guarantee gender equality and the right to life and liberty for all individuals, the
Saksham-Center for Women Empowerment stands as a beacon of advocacy and support within
our University.
Our mission is clear: to cultivate an environment where every individual, regardless of gender,
enjoys equal opportunities, dignity, and security in the workplace. With a firm commitment to
upholding these rights, the Saksham-Center for Women Empowerment serves as a vital resource,
both within and beyond the confines of our University.
By championing the cause of gender equality and advocating for protective measures, the
Saksham-Center for Women Empowerment extends its reach beyond our University, fostering
positive change and inspiring others to join the movement towards a more equitable society.
Vision
Empowering women to lead with education, rights awareness, and opportunities, advancing
gender equality and societal progress.
Mission
To equip women with the tools, support, and opportunities needed to excel and lead, fostering
gender equality and societal contributions.
Saksham-Center Objectives
Provide Skill Development
Offer training programs and workshops to enhance
professional and personal skills.
Create Support Networks
Establish mentorship and peer support networks to guide and
encourage women in their pursuits.
Promote Leadership
Facilitate leadership training and opportunities for women to take
on influential roles.
Advocate for Equality
Implement initiatives that promote gender equality within the
university and the broader community.
Foster Inclusive Culture
Cultivate a campus environment that respects and includes
diverse perspectives and experiences.
Encourage Academic Excellence
Support women in achieving academic success
through scholarships, research opportunities, and academic resources.
Facilitate Career Advancement
Provide career counseling, internships, and job
placement services to help women advance in their careers.
‘Nourish to Flourish - Exploring Nutritional Values for a Healthy Lifestyle’
A Guest Session organnized by Center for Women Empowerment of Vishwakarma University, Pune.
On Thursday, October 3rd, 2024, from 3:00 to 4:30 pm, the Centre for Women Empowerment (CWE) hosted a guest session titled 'Nourish to Flourish'. The session featured Dietician Richa Shukla, Head of Clinical Nutrition Section at Jehangir Hospital, Pune, as the keynote speaker. The session was coordinated by Prof. Kirti Deshpande and Dr. Amrita Thakur.
Prof. Kirti Deshpande opened the event by warmly welcoming the dignitaries and all attendees. Dr. Pashmina Doshi, Director of ‘Saksham - Center for Women Empowerment’ (CWE), had the honor of felicitating the guest, Dr. Richa Shukla. Following this, Prof. Deshpande introduced the speaker, highlighting her credentials and setting the stage for an insightful session.
Dietician Richa Shukla delivered an excellent talk focusing on health and nutrition essentials, including Body Mass Index (BMI) and healthy eating habits. Her presentation emphasized practical strategies to achieve balanced nutrition for optimal health.
Following the presentation, an interactive question and answer session allowed participants to delve deeper into specific dietary concerns and nutritional queries. The engagement between the speaker and the audience fostered a productive exchange of ideas and information.
Dr. Amrita Thakur concluded the session with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to Dietician Richa Shukla for her valuable insights. The event not only enriched participants with knowledge about maintaining a healthy lifestyle but also underscored the importance of informed dietary choices in promoting overall well-being.
The 'Nourish to Flourish' session at CWE served as a platform for empowering attendees with practical knowledge to enhance their health through informed nutritional practices.
Guest Session on Menstrual Hygiene.
Vishwakarma University center for women empowerment organized a guest session on Menstrual Hygiene on Thursday, 19th October, 2023 from 1pm – 2pm. Resource Person for the session is Mrs. Sakshi Shinde, Trainer | Procter and Gamble. Mrs. Sakshi Shindes training provided a holistic approach to personal and professional development, addressing key aspects that contribute to individual success in both public and private spheres. The practical and interactive nature of the sessions ensured that participants not only gained theoretical knowledge but also developed the skills necessary to implement these concepts in their daily lives. The training undoubtedly contributed to fostering a more confident, polished, and effective workforce at Procter and Gamble.
VU- Saksham to resolute commitment towards rural financial literacy
Pune : The women empowerment centre - VU Saksham, of Vishwakarma University organised a financial literacy campaign jointly with NAtional Security and Exchange Board of India ( SEBI) to aware rural women in Donaje and Mordari regarding proliferation of ponzi schemes and investment in government driven various welfare schemes for better and healthy future on 18th January. Rural India has always been vulnerable to ponzi schemes and many high promising financial schemes Many villagers have lost their life fortunes by investing in these kinds of schemes. However, women play a vital role in family savings, and awareness among women regarding these schemes and new avenues of investment may cultivate desired results. Considering these thoughts, the empowerment centre has taken several initiatives. It identified villages and implemented the first phase of literacy programmes in Donaje and Mordari. The identified villages were located in hilly ranges of Sinhagad Fort located in east of Pune. As many as 60 women from both villages participated in the programme.
One of the participants in the campaign, Poonam Chavan said, “We save and keep money at home despite the availability of banks. Presence of the banking system is not new to us. But an appropriate investment is necessary for a sustainable future. The financial literacy programme helped us in the form of different avenues of investment than traditional fixed deposits. Now, we can save money in specific government schemes.
The SEBI extension officer Rohit Warman said, “The prime objective of the organisation is financial literacy and to secure them from ponzi schemes. We have focused on women, college students for financial literacy. We got a good response from village women today.
The programme coordinator Prof. Shekhar Paigude said, “ Financial literacy is a major concern in rural Maharashtra. Recent Ponzi schemes and high promises through equity markets have exploited the rural masses. Women play a vital role in the family. Thus empowering women leads towards family empowerment. We got a promising response in the first phase and we will have the same rigour for the next phase.”
Women’s Day celebration (06/03/2024)
International Women’s Day was celebrated at Vishwakarma University by the VU for Women Empowerment cell. The day started with welcoming all the female faculty members to the venue. The team has welcomed all the beautiful ladies with a rose. Honourable Vice President sir, Dean of Commerce and Management Dr. Jayshree Vispute, Dean of Pharmacy, Dr. S. Sunitha, Dr. Bharati Ainapure, Asso. Prof. Computer Engineering and Dr. Pashmina Doshi, Director, Centre of VU Women Empowerment, were the chief guests for the inaugural function. The function started with Saraswati pooja, followed by the speech of Dr. Pashmina Doshi, in which she gave information about different projects and programmes conducted by the centre. After this, all the present chief guests gave speeches and congratulated the female members for their contribution to the societys growth. Prof. Mrunalini Kulkarni gave the vote of thanks for the inaugural function.
After the inauguration, the day continued with the celebration which included watching the movie titled Hidden Figures and delicious snacks sponsored by Budhani wafers and Rabdiwala. After the movie, an important workshop was conducted by Madhura Kale, Persona Perfection: Image Consulting, in which she explained body language and various tricks that females can follow in their day-to-day lives. The session was followed by an exciting and fabulous Zumba fitness session, Rhythm Revolution: Dance Fitness Experience by Mrunal Sirshikar. The Zumba session was thoroughly enjoyed by all the teaching and non-teaching female faculties. The day ended with high tea.
List of Members
Name of Faculty members
Department
Role
Dr.Pashmina Doshi
Department of Management
Director
Prof. Mrunalini H Kulkarni
Department of Pharmacy
Deputy Director
Prof Kirti V Deshpande
Department of Pharmacy
Member
Prof Amrita Thakur
Department of Pharmacy
member
Dr. Vaishali Sahoo
Department of Management
member
Dr Vijaya Hake
Department of Management
member
Prof.Amol Kamble
Department of Economics
Member
Prof Unmesha Patil
Department of Law
Member
Prof Madhavi Saxena
Department of Computer Engineering
Member
Prof Prajakta Dhamdhere
Department of Computer Engineering
Member
Prof Aarti Sardhara
Department of Computer Engineering
Member
Prof.Pavitha Nooji
Department of Computer Engineering
Member
Prof Kanchan Jayesh Katake
Department of Computer Engineering
Member
Prof Shekhar Paigude
Department of Journalism and Mass Communication
Member
Prof Rahul Sadashiv Mate
VDepartment of Journalism and Mass Communication
Member
Prof Gauri Gaurav Kulkarni
Commerce and Management
Member
Prof Amruta Hemant Gangakhedkar
Department of Interior Spaces
Member
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Vishwakarma University, Pune
CENTER FOR
WOMEN
EMPOWERMENT
Welcome to Saksham-Center for Women Empowerment
Empower a woman, and you elevate an entire community. — Dr. Kailash Satyarthi.
Saksham-Center for Women Empowerment, Vishwakarma University has been established in
the year 2023.
In adherence to the fundamental principles outlined in Articles 14, 19, and 21 of the Constitution
of India, which guarantee gender equality and the right to life and liberty for all individuals, the
Saksham-Center for Women Empowerment stands as a beacon of advocacy and support within
our University.
Our mission is clear: to cultivate an environment where every individual, regardless of gender,
enjoys equal opportunities, dignity, and security in the workplace. With a firm commitment to
upholding these rights, the Saksham-Center for Women Empowerment serves as a vital resource,
both within and beyond the confines of our University.
By championing the cause of gender equality and advocating for protective measures, the
Saksham-Center for Women Empowerment extends its reach beyond our University, fostering
positive change and inspiring others to join the movement towards a more equitable society.
Vision
Empowering women to lead with education, rights awareness, and opportunities, advancing
gender equality and societal progress.
Mission
To equip women with the tools, support, and opportunities needed to excel and lead, fostering
gender equality and societal contributions.
Saksham-Center Objectives
Provide Skill Development
Offer training programs and workshops to enhance
professional and personal skills.
Create Support Networks
Establish mentorship and peer support networks to guide and
encourage women in their pursuits.
Promote Leadership
Facilitate leadership training and opportunities for women to take
on influential roles.
Advocate for Equality
Implement initiatives that promote gender equality within the
university and the broader community.
Foster Inclusive Culture
Cultivate a campus environment that respects and includes
diverse perspectives and experiences.
Encourage Academic Excellence
Support women in achieving academic success
through scholarships, research opportunities, and academic resources.
Facilitate Career Advancement
Provide career counseling, internships, and job
placement services to help women advance in their careers.
‘Nourish to Flourish - Exploring Nutritional Values for a Healthy Lifestyle’
A Guest Session organnized by Center for Women Empowerment of Vishwakarma University, Pune.
On Thursday, October 3rd, 2024, from 3:00 to 4:30 pm, the Centre for Women Empowerment (CWE) hosted a guest session titled 'Nourish to Flourish'. The session featured Dietician Richa Shukla, Head of Clinical Nutrition Section at Jehangir Hospital, Pune, as the keynote speaker. The session was coordinated by Prof. Kirti Deshpande and Dr. Amrita Thakur.
Prof. Kirti Deshpande opened the event by warmly welcoming the dignitaries and all attendees. Dr. Pashmina Doshi, Director of ‘Saksham - Center for Women Empowerment’ (CWE), had the honor of felicitating the guest, Dr. Richa Shukla. Following this, Prof. Deshpande introduced the speaker, highlighting her credentials and setting the stage for an insightful session.
Dietician Richa Shukla delivered an excellent talk focusing on health and nutrition essentials, including Body Mass Index (BMI) and healthy eating habits. Her presentation emphasized practical strategies to achieve balanced nutrition for optimal health.
Following the presentation, an interactive question and answer session allowed participants to delve deeper into specific dietary concerns and nutritional queries. The engagement between the speaker and the audience fostered a productive exchange of ideas and information.
Dr. Amrita Thakur concluded the session with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to Dietician Richa Shukla for her valuable insights. The event not only enriched participants with knowledge about maintaining a healthy lifestyle but also underscored the importance of informed dietary choices in promoting overall well-being.
The 'Nourish to Flourish' session at CWE served as a platform for empowering attendees with practical knowledge to enhance their health through informed nutritional practices.
Guest Session on Menstrual Hygiene.
Vishwakarma University center for women empowerment organized a guest session on Menstrual Hygiene on Thursday, 19th October, 2023 from 1pm – 2pm. Resource Person for the session is Mrs. Sakshi Shinde, Trainer | Procter and Gamble. Mrs. Sakshi Shindes training provided a holistic approach to personal and professional development, addressing key aspects that contribute to individual success in both public and private spheres. The practical and interactive nature of the sessions ensured that participants not only gained theoretical knowledge but also developed the skills necessary to implement these concepts in their daily lives. The training undoubtedly contributed to fostering a more confident, polished, and effective workforce at Procter and Gamble.
VU- Saksham to resolute commitment towards rural financial literacy
Pune : The women empowerment centre - VU Saksham, of Vishwakarma University organised a financial literacy campaign jointly with NAtional Security and Exchange Board of India ( SEBI) to aware rural women in Donaje and Mordari regarding proliferation of ponzi schemes and investment in government driven various welfare schemes for better and healthy future on 18th January. Rural India has always been vulnerable to ponzi schemes and many high promising financial schemes Many villagers have lost their life fortunes by investing in these kinds of schemes. However, women play a vital role in family savings, and awareness among women regarding these schemes and new avenues of investment may cultivate desired results. Considering these thoughts, the empowerment centre has taken several initiatives. It identified villages and implemented the first phase of literacy programmes in Donaje and Mordari. The identified villages were located in hilly ranges of Sinhagad Fort located in east of Pune. As many as 60 women from both villages participated in the programme.
One of the participants in the campaign, Poonam Chavan said, “We save and keep money at home despite the availability of banks. Presence of the banking system is not new to us. But an appropriate investment is necessary for a sustainable future. The financial literacy programme helped us in the form of different avenues of investment than traditional fixed deposits. Now, we can save money in specific government schemes.
The SEBI extension officer Rohit Warman said, “The prime objective of the organisation is financial literacy and to secure them from ponzi schemes. We have focused on women, college students for financial literacy. We got a good response from village women today.
The programme coordinator Prof. Shekhar Paigude said, “ Financial literacy is a major concern in rural Maharashtra. Recent Ponzi schemes and high promises through equity markets have exploited the rural masses. Women play a vital role in the family. Thus empowering women leads towards family empowerment. We got a promising response in the first phase and we will have the same rigour for the next phase.”
Women’s Day celebration (06/03/2024)
International Women’s Day was celebrated at Vishwakarma University by the VU for Women Empowerment cell. The day started with welcoming all the female faculty members to the venue. The team has welcomed all the beautiful ladies with a rose. Honourable Vice President sir, Dean of Commerce and Management Dr. Jayshree Vispute, Dean of Pharmacy, Dr. S. Sunitha, Dr. Bharati Ainapure, Asso. Prof. Computer Engineering and Dr. Pashmina Doshi, Director, Centre of VU Women Empowerment, were the chief guests for the inaugural function. The function started with Saraswati pooja, followed by the speech of Dr. Pashmina Doshi, in which she gave information about different projects and programmes conducted by the centre. After this, all the present chief guests gave speeches and congratulated the female members for their contribution to the societys growth. Prof. Mrunalini Kulkarni gave the vote of thanks for the inaugural function.
After the inauguration, the day continued with the celebration which included watching the movie titled Hidden Figures and delicious snacks sponsored by Budhani wafers and Rabdiwala. After the movie, an important workshop was conducted by Madhura Kale, Persona Perfection: Image Consulting, in which she explained body language and various tricks that females can follow in their day-to-day lives. The session was followed by an exciting and fabulous Zumba fitness session, Rhythm Revolution: Dance Fitness Experience by Mrunal Sirshikar. The Zumba session was thoroughly enjoyed by all the teaching and non-teaching female faculties. The day ended with high tea.
List of Members
Name of Faculty members
Department
Role
Dr.Pashmina Doshi
Department of Management
Director
Prof. Mrunalini H Kulkarni
Department of Pharmacy
Deputy Director
Prof Kirti V Deshpande
Department of Pharmacy
Member
Prof Amrita Thakur
Department of Pharmacy
member
Dr. Vaishali Sahoo
Department of Management
member
Dr Vijaya Hake
Department of Management
member
Prof.Amol Kamble
Department of Economics
Member
Prof Unmesha Patil
Department of Law
Member
Prof Madhavi Saxena
Department of Computer Engineering
Member
Prof Prajakta Dhamdhere
Department of Computer Engineering
Member
Prof Aarti Sardhara
Department of Computer Engineering
Member
Prof.Pavitha Nooji
Department of Computer Engineering
Member
Prof Kanchan Jayesh Katake
Department of Computer Engineering
Member
Prof Shekhar Paigude
Department of Journalism and Mass Communication
Member
Prof Rahul Sadashiv Mate
VDepartment of Journalism and Mass Communication
Member
Prof Gauri Gaurav Kulkarni
Commerce and Management
Member
Prof Amruta Hemant Gangakhedkar
Department of Interior Spaces
Member
NAVIGATION
home
About Us
academics
Centres of Excellence
Our People
Student Facilitation Centre
Life @ VU
Examinations
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QUICK LINKS
Alumni
Blog
Student Grievance Redressal Portal
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NPTEL Local Chapter
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Annual Report
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Anti Discrimination Cell
Mental health helpline
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Art & Design
Architecture
Commerce & Management
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Admission Enquiry
Study in India
International Admissions
Programme Brochures
Entrance Test (VUNET)
Admission Process
Terms And Condition
CONTACT US
REGISTERED OFFICE:
Vishwakarma University
Survey No. 2, 3, 4 Laxmi Nagar,
Kondhwa Budruk, Pune - 411 048.
Maharashtra, India.
+91 8669908316
admissions@vupune.ac.in
est.section@vupune.ac.in
Copyright © Vishwakarma University, Pune 2026 All rights reserved..
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9067002223
/
9067002224
/
9067002225
Admissions (International) –
9067002224
/
9067002225
Admissions (PhD) –
9067002224
/
9067002225
Administration -
9067002227