FLO National, led by National President Ms. Poonam Sharma, organised a thought-provoking session titled FLO Visionary Dialogue at FICCI Federation House, New Delhi, dedicated to advancing women empowerment in India. This national initiative brought key voices together committed to gender equity, grassroots development, inclusive policy reform, and social impact.
The program started with a welcome address by Ms. Poonam Sharma, followed by a discussion among FLO members on their ongoing initiatives for women empowerment.
The session then featured distinguished speakers:
- Smt. Vijaya Kishore Rahatkar, Chairperson of the National Commission for Women (NCW).
- Dr. Shobha Vijender, Founder-President of Sampurna.
- Ms. Jyostna Bhandari, Chairperson of the Delhi Commonwealth Women’s Association (DCWA).
National treasurer Ms. Smriti Puri moderated this engaging session to facilitate a thoughtful dialogue between the speakers and the audience. Speakers discussed systemic challenges, shared personal journeys, and encouraged collaborative efforts to overcome gender disparities.
Key Highlights Of FLO Visionary Dialogue
- Ms. Vijaya Rahatkar highlighted the NCW’s vision for women empowerment through legal reforms, policy frameworks, and collaborative governance. She reaffirmed her commitment to ensuring women’s safety, dignity, and economic participation across sectors. She encouraged FLO members to support skilling and resource access for women at all levels.
- Dr. Shobha Vijender shared insights from her decades-long work for women empowerment with Sampurna, focused on sanitation, education, and violence prevention in underserved communities. She called upon women to speak out against injustice happening at home and workplace. Also, Dr. Vijender urged FLO members to participate in initiatives focused on ending violence against women and children and improving public safety.
- Ms. Jyostna Bhandari presented the ongoing efforts of DCWA in the fields of healthcare, child welfare, and skill development. She addressed the challenges faced by women in balancing personal and professional roles. Also, Ms. Bhandari stressed the need for better funding and support for women-led businesses.
Key Topics Covered
- Bridging policy and practice through institutional support and community engagement.
- Addressing gaps in access to healthcare, education, sanitation, and legal aid for women.
- Celebrating and encouraging grassroots women leaders across sectors.
- Strengthening FLO’s national network to champion gender equity through sustained programs.
Over 43 attendees benefited from the session rooted in the spirit of “nari shakti”. FLO Visionary Dialogue concluded on a note of inspiration and purpose, as participants left with a renewed commitment to lead change at both personal and professional levels.
The momentum generated through this dialogue will continue through follow-up initiatives, mentorship programs, and cross-sector partnerships initiated by FLO chapters nationwide.