Date: 25 February 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Venue: F Block, Seminar Hall 1
Organised by: IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) Affinity Group
Host School: Presidency School of Computer Science and Engineering

 

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About the Event

 

The IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) Affinity Group at Presidency University presents “Women Who Lead: Voices of Strength, Service, and Science” — a flagship leadership conclave dedicated to celebrating and strengthening women in leadership roles across disciplines.

 

Designed for women faculty members and professionals across the University, this one-day event provides a platform for dialogue, reflection, and inspiration through real-world leadership experiences. The program brings together accomplished women leaders from public service, healthcare, academia, and university administration to share their journeys of resilience, service, and transformative leadership.

 

The event aligns with Presidency University’s institutional leadership vision, NAAC quality benchmarks, and IEEE WIE’s global mission to empower women professionals in technical and academic spaces.

 

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Chief Guest

Smt. J.K. Rashmi, IPS

 

Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP), Railways
Bengaluru, Karnataka

 

An accomplished senior police officer, Smt. J.K. Rashmi has demonstrated exemplary leadership in public service and governance. Her address will offer insights into ethical leadership, resilience under responsibility, and the evolving role of women in high-impact public service positions.

 

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Distinguished Speakers

• Dr. Vijayalakshmi Paramesh – Gynecologist & Infertility Specialist

• Dr. Sameena Noor Ahmed Panali – Registrar, Presidency University

• Dr. Shakkeera L – Associate Dean, Presidency University

• Dr. Anu Sukhdev-Dean – Dean, Student Affairs

• Dr. Divyarani M S – Professor, ECE & Deputy Director, Makerspace

• Dr. Padmavathi – Associate Dean, School of Commerce

• Dr. Mahalakshmi R – Associate Dean, School of Information Science

• Dr. Pallavi R – Professor & HoD, School of Computer Science & Engineering

• Dr. Saroj Sharma – Dean, School of Law

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Key Themes

• Women Leadership in Public Service, Healthcare, Administration, and Academia

• Overcoming Barriers and Bias in Leadership Roles

• Balancing Professional Excellence with Personal Responsibilities

• Leadership Ethics, Service Orientation, and Social Impact

• Women as Change Makers Across Disciplines

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Target Participants

Women faculty members and women professionals from all Schools and Departments of Presidency University.

 

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Expected Outcomes

• Enhanced leadership motivation and confidence

• Exposure to multi-domain leadership experiences

• Strengthened professional networking and mentorship

• Encouragement of inclusive leadership participation

• Long-term institutional impact through empowered women leaders

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“Women Who Lead” represents Presidency University’s continued commitment to fostering a culture of equity, excellence, and service-driven leadership. By creating a space for shared experiences and cross-disciplinary dialogue, the University reinforces its dedication to nurturing women leaders who inspire change within academia and beyond.