Women’s Leadership Enters a New Era: “Stree 5.0” Conference Begins at IFHE

On 11 Dec 2025 21:15:40

Shankarpalli, Telangana: The International Conference titled “Stree 5.0: Power, Progress, Possibilities — Redefining Womanhood in a Changing World” commenced with grandeur at the IFHE campus on Saturday. The two-day event is jointly organized by the IFHE Center for Women Development and the University of Hyderabad’s Centre for Women’s Studies, bringing together experts from India and abroad to deliberate on evolving dimensions of women’s empowerment.

The conference was formally inaugurated with a ceremonial lamp-lighting by Sobha Rani Yasaswy, Chairperson of the ICFAI Society.

“Equal respect and equal opportunities are essential” — Chief Guest Shailaja Kiran

Chief Guest Shailaja Kiran emphasized that women deserve not only equal opportunities but also equal respect in every sphere of life. She noted that true leadership is defined by compassion, collaboration, and perseverance. Sharing her journey in building the Margadarshini organization, she highlighted that innovation and inclusivity are key drivers of progress.

Experts highlight inclusion, research, and economic participation

Prof. Rajalakshmi underlined the rapid rise of women in science and technology sectors, calling it a transformative shift.
Dr. Sunita Rao stressed the need for deeper and more structured research on gender equality to build evidence-based policy frameworks.
Dr. Koti Reddy stated that women’s financial inclusion is fundamental to sustainable development and long-term societal growth.
Dr. Vijayalakshmi presented an overview of IFHE’s ongoing women development programs.
Dr. Deepa Srinivas outlined the key themes, objectives, and discussions planned for the conference.

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The conference aims to create a roadmap for empowering women through leadership, technological participation, equal opportunity, and inclusive growth, marking a significant step in promoting women’s leadership in contemporary society.