The female employment rate in India has tumbled from an already-low 35% in 2005 to just 26% in 2018. The economy has more than doubled in size and the number of working-age women has grown by a quarter, to 470m. Yet, nearly 10 million fewer women are in jobs.
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It is imperative that we celebrate and recognise women from different fields who are instrumental in making more women join, continue, and grow in the workforce.
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With more than 500 influencers attending the summit, this is a chance to meet and interact with change makers, who are defining the workforce with their contributions and impact.
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Meet extraordinary women, all under one roof.

• Art and Culture:
  The award is a recognition of an achiever who has blazed a trail in art, or culture . She has contributed to these fields not just with her talent but also her
  far-reaching contributions to many issues and causes.
• Education:
  This award will recognise changemakers in the field of education who contributes through practice, research or administration in a learning environment, including the education system, employee training and community education.
• Social Impact:
  This award recognises a change maker who is determined to elevate the values of physical, mental or spiritual well-being. Her actions impact her community/environment positively, supports and promotes social consciousness, effective practice and community service.
• Entrepreneurs:
  This award will recognise a woman who has taken an innovative approach to solving a problem, filling a need or breaking into a new market. She has made sacrifices and risked a great deal to successfully manage, launch or revive a business, product or service.
• Science & Technology:
  The Science & Technology Award celebrates a woman whose efforts forge new roles for women and create opportunities for future generations in fields of science, applied science and natural resources and information technology.
• Sports:
  She is an exceptional woman who has taken her country to new heights of fame and success in the field of sports.

• HeForShe:
  This category will recognize the achievements of men who are committed to mentoring women so that they soar to new heights of success.
• Social Media Influencer:
  The award recognises a social media warrior who is a role model for women everywhere. She uses social media platforms to disseminate information and engage a wide audience.
• Corporate:
  This category will award women in the corporate sector for their professional leadership and consistent commitment to excellence. She is an achiever who leverages her achievements and business acumen to facilitate change and create opportunities.
• Young Achiever (Under 21):
  She is young, restless and with the definitive drive to make a huge impact in her chosen field. The Award recognises her tenacity, determination and willingness to go places
• Entertainment:
  This award will recognise a trailblazer in the field of entertainment, particularly in the performing arts who have made an outstanding contribution with her talent, artistry, dedication and service.
• Media:
  She is an exemplary woman who has displayed extraordinary sense of courage, fairness and fairness in reporting news and telling stories of impact.
• Governance:
  This category will recognise achievements of a woman who has made great strides and impact in governance, thereby impacting thoughts and lives.