SRINAGAR: Social Welfare Department (SWD), SANKALP-HEW Srinagar, has commenced series of “Career Counselling Programme” with its first session at Government Polytechnic for Women, Bemina, with the objective of empowering young women through career guidance, awareness, and access to educational and professional opportunities.
The initiative aims to guide female students in making informed career choices, identifying their strengths and interests, exploring emerging employment opportunities, and understanding the various avenues available for higher education, skill development, entrepreneurship, and self-employment.
The sessions were addressed by a Senior Faculty member from the University of Kashmir, Prof. Dr. Seema Singh, Department of Botany who provide students with valuable insights into career planning, professional growth, and the skills required to succeed in an increasingly competitive job market. The initiative also seeks to encourage young women to pursue their aspirations with confidence and become financially independent and self-reliant.
The programme reflects the commitment of the Social Welfare Department, Srinagar, towards promoting the holistic development of women and girls by facilitating access to information, guidance, and opportunities that contribute to their social and economic empowerment.
Er. Imtiaz Ahmad Shaw, Principal, Government Polytechnic for Women appreciated the Department of Social Welfare for conducting the session and encouraged the students to utilize such platforms for building successful and self-reliant careers. The institution reaffirmed its commitment to providing an enabling environment for women’s education, skilling, and empowerment.

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