“Secure Her Space: Educate. Empower. Protect.”
Raising Awareness, Building Resilience
On March 5th, 2025, the Unity Hall (Mini Auditorium) transformed into a hub of awareness, empowerment, and digital resilience during the event “Empowering Women Against Cybercrime: A Step Towards Safer Digital Spaces.”
Organized with the mission to educate and safeguard, this impactful gathering brought together women from diverse backgrounds, cybersecurity professionals, and social advocates for a day filled with learning, collaboration, and actionable solutions.
A Voice of Authority: Dr. Mannu Shivpuri Leads the Charge
Renowned cybersecurity expert Dr. Mannu Shivpuri delivered the keynote address, striking a powerful chord with the audience. Her address explored the alarming rise in cybercrimes against women, ranging from cyberbullying and identity theft to more insidious threats like online stalking and harassment.
Dr. Shivpuri emphasized that awareness is the first shield against cybercrime. She encouraged every woman to embrace digital literacy, secure their digital presence, and stay informed about their rights and resources. Her passion for creating inclusive and secure online environments resonated deeply with every attendee.
Session Highlights: Insightful, Practical & Impactful
- The Cybercrime Landscape for Women
Dr. Shivpuri presented sobering statistics and real-life cases, demonstrating how disproportionately women are targeted in digital spaces. She urged everyone to stay alert and proactive in protecting personal data. - Empowerment Through Digital Literacy
The session underscored the necessity of learning basic cybersecurity skills, such as using two-factor authentication, crafting strong passwords, and practicing safe social media habits. - Legal Awareness and Support Systems
Dr. Shivpuri highlighted the legal frameworks in place to protect victims. She walked the audience through how to access Cyber Crime Cells, file complaints, and seek assistance through women-focused digital safety initiatives.
Workshops That Made a Difference
A series of hands-on workshops turned awareness into action:
- Cybersecurity Basics: Participants learned how to secure devices, avoid phishing traps, and recognize red flags online.
- Social Media Safety: Attendees were guided through privacy settings, blocking/reporting tools, and how to deal with threats.
- Legal Rights in Cyberspace: A legal expert discussed protections under laws related to cyberstalking, doxing, and digital harassment, empowering women to stand up with knowledge.
A Powerful Panel: Building Digital Safety Together
The event wrapped up with an interactive panel discussion that brought together experts from cybersecurity, law enforcement, and women’s rights groups. Together, they explored long-term solutions for digital safety — from tech company accountability to the power of community-led awareness campaigns.
A key theme throughout the panel was collaboration, emphasizing that real change comes when governments, tech platforms, and civil society join forces to support women in digital spaces.
Audience Voices & Real Impact
Throughout the event, the audience remained engaged, sharing personal stories, asking critical questions, and offering suggestions. Many women shared how they had experienced online threats and expressed a sense of empowerment after learning how to respond effectively.
The feedback was overwhelmingly positive — participants left with practical skills, legal awareness, and a renewed sense of confidence in navigating the digital world.
Key Takeaways
Digital literacy is essential to online safety — knowledge is power.
Legal rights and support systems must be known and utilized.
Safer digital spaces require community and cross-sector collaboration.
Empowerment starts with education — change begins when women are equipped with tools and information.
Gratitude & A Shared Commitment
The success of this event was made possible by the dedication of organizers, volunteers, and our incredible guest speaker, Dr. Mannu Shivpuri. Above all, it was the passion and participation of the attendees that gave this event its true impact.
Together, we move forward with a united purpose — to create digital spaces where every woman feels safe, heard, and empowered.
