NCW Launches SHAKTI Scholars

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.

• 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.