GNLU Centre For Women And Child Rights Invites Abstracts For 'Women At Work' Policy Drafting Competition

Established in September 2020 under the aegis of Gujarat National Law University, the Centre for Women and Child Rights (CWCR) aims to develop, promote, and support advanced interdisciplinary studies and research at the intersection of law and policy in areas such as gender rights, reproductive justice, and social inclusion.

Abstract guidelines:

● Maximum length: 350 words

● Submissions should clearly outline the core idea, relevance, and proposed approach

● All abstracts will undergo a preliminary review process

Important dates:

● Abstract submission deadline: 10th February

● Problem statement release: 15th February

● Final Presentation: 7th and 8th March

Competition structure

The competition will be conducted in three stages:

1. Selection of abstracts based on originality, clarity, and relevance.
2. Shortlisting of participants and release of the problem statement.
3. Final presentation on 7th and 8th March at Gujarat National Law University.

Prize money will be awarded to winners, along with certificates of recognition. Received abstracts will be marked on creativity, completeness, and novelty. AI use is strongly discouraged and will result in disqualification.

Themes:

● Domestic housework

○ Women in the gig economy performing househelp services

○ Women performing domestic housework in their households

○ Women employed in domestic work as “maids”

● Sex work

○ Recognition of sex workers professionally

○ Medical care and health-related issues

○ Children of sex workers and their identification, schooling

● Safer workplaces for women

○ Limitations of POSH in university campuses

○ Workplace quid pro quo harassment

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