Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Jan 20: Central University of Jammu organized a one day “Gender Sensitisation and Awareness Programme” under SPARSH (Sensitisation, Prevention and Redressal of Sexual Harassment). The programme was organised to create awareness amongst the employees and students about sexual harassment and gender discrimination.
Prof Ashok Aima, Vice Chancellor, Central University of Jammu, formally inaugurated the programme and said that Gender discrimination occurs when genders are treated unequally. “Gender discrimination is not based exclusively in light of sexual orientation contrasts but rather on how individuals are treated with contrastingly in light of their gender,” he said and apprised that in Central University of Jammu more than 50 percent of the seats are taken by female students on merit. He said this is one of the best practices of Central University of Jammu towards becoming centre of excellence.
Speaking on the occasion, Prof Lokesh Verma, Academic Coordinator, Central University of Jammu, said that employers who provide different working conditions and promotional opportunities for men and women, violate anti-discrimination laws. Gender discrimination is unlawful and several laws are in place to forestall and dispense discriminatory practices and Central University of Jammu is providing a gender equitable climate for all, he added.
Earlier, Dr Jaya Bhasin, chairperson SPARSH, apprised that SPARSH at Central University of Jammu is committed towards providing a conducive work place environment for its employees, faculty, students and research scholars.
During the day, debate and poetry competition on Gender Issues and Challenges was conducted in which 38 students from different departments of CUJ participated. A play titled”Sikke Ke Do Pehloo” was also organised wherein the sensitization and awareness on sexual harassment was enacted by the students of CUJ.
Member secretary, SPARSH, Dr Ritu Bakshi presented a formal vote of thanks. The proceedings of the day were carried out by Dr Shweta Yadav and Dr Shweta Kohli.
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