Chennai, Jan 27 (NationPress) Today, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin is set to kick off a two-day Global Women’s Summit in Chennai. This event is organized by the Tamil Nadu government to bring together policymakers, international organizations, industry leaders, and civil society representatives to discuss women’s employment, safety, and workplace inclusion.

As per an official announcement from the state government, the summit is part of the Tamil Nadu Women Employment and Safety Scheme, which is overseen by the Special Programme Implementation Department.

The summit will take place on January 27 and 28 at the Nandambakkam Trade Centre in Chennai.

This initiative is part of Tamil Nadu’s ongoing efforts to strengthen institutional frameworks supporting women across all sectors. The summit aims to facilitate women’s entry into the workforce, ensure job retention, and support their return to work after career breaks by fostering enabling environments in both public and private sectors.

More than 500 delegates are expected to attend, including representatives from government departments, international agencies, industry, education, corporate social responsibility initiatives, and non-governmental organizations.

Notable attendees include Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, senior officials from the World Bank, representatives from UN Women, and the India leadership of UNDP. International delegates, such as senior political representatives from Mauritius, will also be present.

The summit will feature 11 thematic sessions addressing various issues concerning women’s workforce participation.

Topics include skill development, workplace safety, leadership development, policy innovation, gender-responsive governance, and the role of public-private partnerships in enhancing formal employment opportunities for women.

Over 70 speakers from India and abroad will share their insights, best practices, and research findings aimed at improving women’s access to dignified and secure employment. Interactive discussions and panel sessions will focus on practical strategies for replication across various sectors.

The summit will conclude with a session chaired by Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, during which the Tamil Nadu government is expected to announce a statewide campaign to bolster women’s skill development and improve access to formal employment opportunities.

This Global Women’s Summit exemplifies Tamil Nadu’s commitment to gender equity, economic inclusion, and inclusive growth, reinforcing the state's position as a leader in women-centric policy initiatives.