Research Desk

Introduction:

Savitribai Phule National Institute of Women and Child Development (SPNIWCD) the under aegis of Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) is committed to carrying out research, documentation, training and field based extension activities in the twin domains of Women and Children. The New Education Policy (NEP) 2020 envisages the promotion of research and innovation to enhance quality of Academic Institutions. It is imperative for academic and technical institutions to carry out researches for identification of challenges and difficulties in the field, planning innovations in the field and identify replicable models for benefit of the masses.

Strengthening the implementation of the programme activities and delivery mechanisms under key missions of MWCD can be addressed by having a strong and vibrant networking with implementing agencies as well as building an ecosystem with strong emphasis on research, innovation, and technology development. In this direction, as per the provisions of Capacity Building Commission of India and NEP, 2020, the establishment of Research Desk in SPNIWCD is expected to play a pivotal role in catalyzing multidisciplinary research culture in the Institute, which can serve as a backbone for the implementation of schemes of MWCD across the country.

Vision:

• To put in place the mechanisms for developing and strengthening research interventions ecosystem within the Institute.

Mission:

• To create a vibrant research policy of the Institute for realizing academic excellence at par with larger ecosystem;
• To foster collaboration with Academic/ Technical Institutions for conducting national/ international research;
• To create a database (National & International) on various thematic issues pertaining to women and children.
• To strengthen the research activities of the Institute;
• To promote researchers and innovators, identify potential collaborators from research organizations, academic institutions for partnerships & To recruit research personnel, procure equipment, and manage financial resources for enhancing research activities;
• To disseminate research outcomes to the Faculty Members of the Institute, stakeholders and the public at large.
• To publish a Journal on Women & Child Development and invite field level/ research based articles.