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Empowering Women: Insights from IPS Chhaya Sharma at SABERA

Suparnaa Chadda — Thu, 01 Feb 2024 05:16:31 +0000

IPS Chhaya Sharma’s words resonate powerfully, echoing the depths of her experiences, as the guest of Honour at the 6th edition of SABERA. Sharma, known for cracking the infamous Nirbhaya case, shed light on crucial issues often overlooked in society while acknowledging SABERA, as a platform that amplifies the voices of the silent workers including and celebrates those often overlooked, and the remarkable efforts in forging collaborations.

During her address, Sharma underscored the essence of empowerment, with economic enablement. Yet, she stressed that mere job opportunities are insufficient. For women, acceptance within male-dominated forces remains a significant challenge, compounded by issues like access to basic facilities and balancing familial responsibilities.

The discussion extended to gender mainstreaming, where Sharma passionately advocated for decision-making power for women. She highlighted the stark reality of unsafe spaces, citing alarming statistics where 95% of rapes occur at the hands of known perpetrators. The perpetrators, often shielded by familial ties, evade justice, perpetuating a cycle of impunity.

Sharma’s insights challenge prevailing narratives, offering a nuanced perspective on women’s safety and inclusion. She commended SABERA’s efforts to confront uncomfortable truths and foster dialogue beyond sensationalized media portrayals.

Moreover, Sharma emphasized the pivotal role of supportive men, advocating for inclusivity. She urged for a societal shift towards creating environments where women can thrive without fear, or men being endangered with their empowerment, thereby truly enabling the nation.

IPS Chhaya Sharma’s address at SABERA’s 6th edition stands as a testament to her distinguished career and unwavering commitment to justice and empowerment. As the proud recipient of two Special Duty Medals for her services in remote and insurgency-affected areas in the northeast of India, and the President’s Police Medal for Meritorious Service. Her recent accolades, include the Home Minister’s Medal for Excellence in Investigation by the Government of India.

IPS Chhaya Sharma’s insights at SABERA’s event serve as a reminder of the transformative power of individuals dedicated to creating positive change in society. Her remarkable achievements inspire us to strive for a world where justice, empowerment, and inclusivity prevail.

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Authentic Leadership, Women, and Wisdom with Kristin Engvig

Suparnaa Chadda — Fri, 14 Jul 2023 11:19:33 +0000

In a world that craves more authentic leadership and a sustainable way of working, Kristin Engvig, an inspiring advocate from Norway, stands out as a beacon of hope. Her commitment to nurturing a feminine, global, and sustainable approach has led her to create WIN, an embodiment of Nordic wisdom. With a mere 5 million people left in this ancient land, Kristin’s journey has taken her to prestigious platforms such as the UN in Geneva, the Nobel Peace Prize forum, and women in leadership at Davos. In this blog post, we dive deep into our conversation with Kristin, exploring the power of authentic leadership and the significance of a feminine perspective in today’s world. Join us on this transformative journey.

With her family in Nordic Attire

Norway’s Atlantic Road

Bro bru Atlanterhavsveien

The Power of Authentic Leadership:
Authentic leadership has become a much-needed quality in our society. Kristin Engvig emphasizes the importance of leading from a place of genuine values, integrity, and purpose. Through WIN, she channels the ancient wisdom of the Nordic culture, infusing it with a contemporary perspective to inspire leaders to be their truest selves. By embracing authentic leadership, individuals can create a positive impact in their organizations and communities, fostering a culture of trust, innovation, and collaboration.

Nurturing a Feminine Approach:
In a predominantly male-dominated leadership landscape, Kristin believes that incorporating a more feminine approach is essential for achieving a balanced and sustainable world. Drawing from her experiences and observations, she highlights the unique strengths and qualities that women bring to the table, such as empathy, intuition, and collaboration. By embracing these feminine attributes, leaders can foster inclusivity, create nurturing work environments, and drive positive change.

Insights on Negotiating for Women:
One of the highlights of our conversation with Kristin was her invaluable insights on the art of negotiating, especially for women. She recognizes that women often face unique challenges in negotiation situations and provides strategies and techniques to overcome them. The most important aspect is for Women to Value their own selves and what they bring to the table to be able to negotiate better for themselves. From enhancing communication skills to building confidence and leveraging personal strengths, Kristin empowers women to navigate negotiations successfully, ensuring their voices are heard and their contributions recognized.

Nordic wisdom, with its deep historical roots and connection to nature, holds immense value for our modern world. Kristin Engvig’s WIN embodies this wisdom in alignment with our own wisdom of the land, infusing it into the fabric of contemporary leadership practices. By embracing ancient wisdom, we can tap into a rich heritage that emphasizes sustainability, harmony, and holistic well-being. Together, we can forge a path toward a more inclusive and sustainable future, where ancient wisdom intertwines with modern innovation.

To explore the full conversation with Kristin Engvig, click here. Discover the transformative power of authentic leadership, feminine perspectives, and the art of negotiation.

To attend the next WIN & WIN conference and be a part of this transformative journey, log in to winconference.net.

For those passionate about making a tangible impact and contributing to India’s development, explore sabera.co to submit your work and be a catalyst for change.

Let’s unite and embrace the power of ancient wisdom to create a more inclusive, sustainable future. Together, we can amplify the voices of women, and inspire change.

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Woman and Leadership

Suparnaa Chadda — Thu, 27 May 2021 08:17:01 +0000

Being comfortable in your own skin as a woman & in leadership roles requires moving beyond stereotypes and challenging the status quo. As a leader and as a woman it became imperative for me to voice my opinion whether it be in standing up against abuse or speaking up about menstruation. As the learning continues moving beyond the tags of others and identifying stereotypes within myself have become a way of life as I share with Kanika.

Kanika Mehrotra is a management professional based in Italy, an old colleague, when she recently reached out to conduct an interview with me talking about Life-Changing skills, I was more than happy to engage through this free-flowing conversation. Amidst other things being comfortable with our anatomy and recognizing our own deep-set stereotypes came to the fore as the discussion progressed.

The interview reminded me of the deck that Shiva Kumar had made on women in leadership and we shared on the site here.

Here is a link to the podcast on spotify with the whole recorded interaction.

You could also watch the whole interview here and share your own experiences as a woman in the leadership role that suits you best.

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