28%
of graduates who pursue engineering are women
40%
of graduates in computer science and informatics are women
22%
of professionals in cutting edge fields, such as AI, are women
About GWiST
GWiST (Girls and Women in STEM) is an initiative by Plaksha University to create an inclusive and thriving ecosystem that facilitates advancement of girls and women in STEM (Science,Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) endeavours.
About GWiST
What we do
• Bridging the STEM gender gap via support network of role models across government, academia and industry.
• Building the cohort of next set of change-makers in STEM careers.
• Increasing the enrollment of women students in STEM fields.
How we do it
Inspiring Speakers
Hear inspiring success stories from game-changing industry leaders and entrepreneurs about the future of STEM education and careers, spanning challenges and exciting opportunities.
Impactful Solutions
Exchange insights with a global community to brainstorm impact-driven solutions, addressing issues pertaining to the involvement and contribution of girls and women in STEM education.
Engaging Dialogues
Nurture this unique opportunity to leverage a collective set of knowledge and experiences, contributing to open dialogues that foster collaborations on research, education and tech innovation.
Apoorva S Shekhawat
TLF Class of 2022, A Lalitha Scholar | Data Scientist, Infoedge
A shared passion for environmental & social issues led Suhani to join Plaksha. She has since worked on several impact-oriented projects, won the Innovation Challenge at Innovation Mission Punjab and attended Stanford Summer School. With several lasting experiences, she expresses gratitude for the mentorship & opportunities.
"I am brimming with anticipation for the invaluable experiences & opportunities that await me. I am eager to expand my horizons academically & personally."
Suhani Jain
BTech 2025 Plaksha | Stanford Summer 2023
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Driven by her passion for tech & entrepreneurship, Ramya chose Plaksha over job offers from renowned firms. Plaksha Entrepreneurship Support Program played a pivotal role in leading her to co-found StimVeda for mental health. She is determined to keep learning & innovating, and credits Plaksha for nurturing her ambition.
"Tech Leaders Fellowship gave me the permission to dream. Mentorship by founders helped me find the quickest solutions to the most challenging issues at hand."
Ramya Yellapragada
TLF Class of 2020 | Co-founder, Marbles (formerly StimVeda)
Mentorship Network
Amita Karadkhedkar
Senior Vice President, Citi Global Wealth Technology
Geeta Mathur
Board Member & Advisor, Hero Housing Finance Limited
Latika Thukral
Member at iamgurgaon
Parul Mittal
Quant research and programming, CLT Research LLP
Poonam Raghuvanshi
ED, AnandRathi Private Wealth Management
Pooja Gupta
Co-Founder and COO, Benori
Rekha Menon
Former Chairperson & Senior Managing Director, Accenture
Suman Varma
Brand Marketing & Communications Consultant
Vandana Seth
Co-Founder and Director, RV Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Dhavala Suri
Assistant Professor, Indian Institute of Science
Aparna Gupta
Global Delivery Centre Leader, Microsoft
Partnerships and Collaborations
Video Gallery
Video Gallery
Hear what girls and women of Plaksha feel about us, an institute where empowerment meets innovation.
GWiST Conversations
Feb
09
Decode the Bias
Session with Rashmi Mandloi- Co-Founder, Leadup Universe
Mar
01
Launch of GWiST
Women leaders express thoughts on inclusivity, innovation and success
Mar
15
Leveraging the Anagram
Session with Navneet Sandhu, International Coach and Leadership Consultant
Coming from a non-computer science background, Apoorva wanted to foray into the IT sector. But tracing her roots to rather humble beginnings, riddled with financial challenges, leaving her previous job was a tough call. The financial aid made it possible. She is glad to have accelerated the pace of her career trajectory & credits her mentors.
"Joining Plaksha was the best decision I made. The exposure is incredible. Thanks to the financial support, I am five years ahead in my career and love what I do."