With the firm conviction that every woman is endowed with the ability and capability to lead and bring about a positive change in society and world at large, we, at VARINDIA, are pleased to present this section which talks about the woman leadership in the Indian ICT industry. This section is aimed at those who understand the importance of gender diversity and advantages of having a woman’s unique perspective in building bigger, bolder, smarter businesses today. This initiative “Empowering Women, Empowering Businesses” highlights the women leaders in the ICT industry and will offer an opportunity to learn from them and be inspired by their professional profiles.
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Equality of opportunity between men and women is a key indicator of long-term social stability and economic advancement. By empowering women and promoting gender equality, we can enable communities, economies and businesses – including our own – to prosper and result in redefining women leadership for the 21st century. After years of struggle for change, today’s women leaders have finally succeeded in breaking down the institutional barriers, stereotypes and inequalities that their predecessors may have faced. They are the pioneers in championing the cause of women empowerment and equality while also highlighting the type of support required to flourish in a rapidly-changing business world.
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A growing number of women are holding leadership roles in leading ICT companies around the world. It is encouraging to know that India has a better ratio of women in the ICT workforce at about 30 per cent, less than 1 per cent in the C-Suite. But nevertheless this ratio needs to change and organizations need to further build a conducive work culture for women managers to rise up to the leadership rank. However, things do get daunting at times. But flexible working hours, facility to work from home when needed and support from a positive peer group make things easier.
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By bringing together the successful and highly accomplished women leaders who have made a difference in their businesses and communities, we attempt to present a platform to express what it takes to be leaders of tomorrow, from the ones of today.
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