Legal Awareness Program for Female Students and Staff

As per the directive of the Karnataka State Higher Education Council (KSHEC), SDMINS organized a Legal Awareness Program on 10th June 2025 to empower women with knowledge about their legal rights and protections under the Indian legal framework.

The session was held at Ishavasyam Auditorium and was attended by a large number of female students, teaching, and non-teaching staff.

Event Details:

• Organized by: SDM Institute of Nursing Sciences, Dharwad

Resource Person:

Mrs. Priyadarshini, Legal Advisor, SDM University, served as the expert speaker. She delivered an insightful session on the theme “Legal Awareness for Women: Know Your Rights”, addressing essential legal topics such as:

• Women's safety and protection laws
• Cybercrime and digital safety
• Legal remedies available under Indian law
• Access to free legal services

Participants:

• Female Students
• Female Teaching Staff
• Female Non-Teaching Staff

Highlights of the Program:

• The session was interactive and informative.
• Real-life case references were used to help attendees understand their rights.
• Practical guidance on where and how to seek legal help was provided.