The National Commission for Women (NCW) has launched the ‘SHAKTI Scholars: NCW Young Research Fellowship’, inviting applications from students and young researchers for policy-oriented research on issues concerning women across India.
The fellowship is aimed at promoting multidisciplinary research on a wide range of subjects, including women’s safety and dignity, gender-based violence, legal rights and access to justice, cyber safety, implementation of the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) framework, women’s leadership and political participation, health and nutrition, education and skill development, economic empowerment, labour force participation, socio-cultural practices, and work-life balance.
The fellowship is open to Indian citizens aged between 21 and 30 years who hold at least a graduation degree from a recognised institution. The NCW stated, “Preference will be given to candidates pursuing or having completed post-graduation or higher research. Independent researchers with demonstrated research capacity may also apply.”
Selected candidates will receive a research grant of Rs 1 lakh to undertake a six-month study, with funds released in phases linked to the progress of the research work.
Applications can be submitted via email to NCW until December 31, 5.30 p.m. The Commission said submissions will be assessed by an Expert Committee, and shortlisted applicants will be invited for an online interaction as part of the selection process.
Last month, NCW also launched a 24×7 helpline, 14490, to provide faster support for women in distress and urged citizens, community organisations, and educational institutions to disseminate the number widely.
— IANS
