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Women Empowerment

As the above quote aptly describes a strength of a Overall, these types of em-
women, this can be achieved only if women are given powerment are interconnect-
control over their lives, make choices and decisions, ed and complementary, and
and have equal access to resources and opportunities empowering women in one
so that they can transform their lives in all aspects. area can have positive ripple
We can categorise aspects of women empowerment effects in other areas.
as follows -
Importance of Women em-
powerment:
•Gender Equality: This is a Shraddha Bhopale
fundamental human right. It W/o Shri Subodh Dandge, AC
100 Bn RAF
means that women and men
have equal rights, opportunities, and resources, and
can participate equally in all aspects of life.
•Social justice – Elimination of violence, discrimina-
tion & harassment may lead to a better place and
safe place for women to outperform their tasks.
•Economic growth - Equal opportunities at work
place can help boost up our economy.
•Health & development – As women are the sole
Economic Empowerment: A women’s ability to par- nurturers of their family, educating them about per-
ticipate in economic activities on an equal basis with sonal hygiene, healthcare measures, nutrition can
men, which includes access to education, training, lead to a healthy lifestyle for children and family.
employment, and entrepreneurship opportunities, •Sustainable environment - When women are em-
fair wages, equal pay, and access to credit and fi- powered, they are better able to contribute to efforts
nancial services. Access to financial literacy, banking to address environmental challenges, reduce poverty,
skills, expense management, investment planning. and promote social justice.
Social Empowerment: To be able to participate fully Women empowerment at CRPF:
in social and cultural life i.e “Freedom of movement “. •Establishment of CRPF wives welfare association
It includes access to education, healthcare, and legal (CWA) in 1995 with a primary objective to serve fami-
services, as well as the ability to exercise their rights lies especially during extended period of duty in con-
and freedoms. flict areas.
Political Empowerment: Ability to participate in polit- •Introduction of “Shakti Award” – Major step to-
ical life and decision-making on an equal basis with wards Gender equality for the one who works for cre-
men. It includes the ability to vote and run for office, ating women- friendly infrastructure, better work en-
as well as access to leadership positions and partici- vironment, ease of living with safety and it will carry a
pation in policy-making processes. reward of Rs 1 lakh, a citation and trophy every year.
Educational Empowerment: Provide access to educa- • Handling women agitations – CRPF has 6
tion and develop skills and knowledge that enable active Mahilla battalions and they are essential for
them to make informed decisions, pursue their goals, handling mishandling by any male officers to ensure
and contribute to society. It includes access to quality safety and work place. Recently gender-akin full body
education at all levels and opportunities for lifelong protectors have been provisioned to ensure physical
learning. comfort of the women personnel while handling con-
Health Empowerment: Right to access healthcare flicts.
and make decisions about their health and well-be- • Holistic Approach – CRPF also encourages
ing. It includes access to information, services, and women personnel to participate in various sports ac-
resources that promote reproductive health, hygiene tivities and they have excelled in the various national
,mental health, and overall well-being. & international sporting events, exemplified in win-