VIT | Vidyalankar Institute of Technology

WOMEN DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

Sr. No. Designation Members
01
Convener
Dr. Snehal Andhare

Overview

The Women Development Committee (WDC) is an institutional body formed to promote the empowerment, safety, well-being, and holistic development of women students and staff members within the institute. The committee works towards creating an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment that encourages women to participate confidently in academic, professional, cultural, and leadership activities. 

Goal

To create a progressive, inclusive, and empowering environment where women are encouraged to realize their full potential academically, professionally, socially, emotionally, and personally. The Women Development Committee envisions building a culture of equality, dignity, leadership, and self-confidence that enables women to become responsible citizens, ethical professionals, innovative thinkers, and future leaders who contribute meaningfully to society and national development. 

The committee strives to: 

  • Promote gender sensitivity and equal opportunities for all  
  • Encourage women to participate actively in academics, research, innovation, entrepreneurship, sports, and leadership roles  
  • Foster self-reliance, confidence, and decision-making abilities among women  
  • Create awareness regarding legal rights, safety, health, mental well-being, and professional growth  
  • Build a safe, respectful, and supportive institutional ecosystem for women students and staff  
  • Inspire women to become socially responsible individuals capable of bringing positive transformation in society 

Activities

  1. International Women’s Day Celebration on 13th March 2026
  2. Makar Sankranti Celebration on 23rd January 2026
  3. Online workshop on Mental Health Awareness in times of Pandemic on 26th September.