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VAWG National Workshop at New Delhi, India

The Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR) undertook a national-level policy research project titled “Strengthening Institutional Mechanisms Combating Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG)” across five states in India. The focus of the study includes violence against women and girls in both private and public spaces.

The National Conference was the culmination of a series of workshops conducted under the research project titled “Strengthening Institutional Mechanisms Combating Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG)”, supported by the U.S. Consulate General, Chennai, across five states—Goa, Telangana, Rajasthan, Jharkhand, and Kerala—during the months of June to August 2025.

The national convening on Strengthening Institutional Mechanisms Combating Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) was held in New Delhi, India, on August 13, 2025, at the India International Centre. The event was supported by the U.S. Consulate General, Chennai.

The VAWG National Conference at New Delhi brought together experts from government, civil society, and academia to discuss the draft recommendations presented by CPPR.