Certificate Course on Gender Equity in Politics and Governance
An intensive 5-day certificate that strengthens the legislative, policy and leadership capacities of women political leaders, aspiring legislators, policymakers and gender-equality advocates, through Indian case studies, international best practice and hands-on simulations.
- Duration
- 5 Days
- Format
- Hybrid (Online + On-campus)
- Category
- Certificate
About the programme
Women constitute nearly half of India's population, yet their representation in legislatures remains disproportionately low. This intensive certificate course is designed to strengthen the legislative, policy, and leadership capacities of women political leaders, aspiring legislators, policymakers, and gender-equality advocates.
The programme combines Indian case studies, international best practices, and hands-on simulations to help participants navigate political institutions, influence policy, and promote gender-responsive governance.
Programme structure
- Programme Mode
- Online + On-campus
- Programme Duration
- 5 Days
- Learning Hours
- 60 hours (workshops, case studies & simulations)
- Includes
- Learning materials
Learn • Reflect • Lead
ज्ञान • चिंतन • नेतृत्व
What the course covers
Political Participation
- Structural barriers to women's political participation
- Cultural norms, violence, and financial constraints
- Patriarchy within political parties
Legislative Skills
- Legislative drafting and private members' bills
- Gender budgeting and policy analysis
- Debates, committee work, and parliamentary procedures
Global Perspectives
- Rwanda's high representation of women MPs
- Sweden's feminist policy approaches
- International frameworks on gender parity
Intersectionality
- Caste, class, religion, and regional dimensions
- Inclusive policy design
- Grassroots mobilisation strategies
How you'll learn
What you'll be able to do
- Analyse gender-responsive budgets
- Draft women-centric legislation
- Address online harassment and disinformation
- Build cross-party women's caucuses
- Navigate parliamentary spaces with confidence
- Use media and public advocacy effectively