Rights. Justice. Action.
Pen Shakthi Maanadu 2026
A movement-style public forum celebrating the power, leadership, resilience, and future of women and girls through solidarity, dialogue, visibility, and collective action.
About
A forum built to amplify women's strength and public leadership.
PSM2026 is India’s premier gathering of trailblazing women, influential leaders, policymakers, and changemakers, hosted under the United Nations Generation Equality Forum Commitment by the Sustainable Development Council (SDC). As a globally recognized organization with special consultative status in the United Nations ECOSOC, SDC is dedicated to advancing gender equality, sustainable development, and social justice.
This powerhouse event brings together bold voices and visionary minds driving change, breaking barriers, and reshaping the future. From igniting global movements to building billion-dollar enterprises, PSM2025 is where innovation meets action. Join us as we reimagine leadership, amplify impact, and forge a new era of progress.
About Sustainable Development Council
The Sustainable Development Council (SDC) is an International organization committed to advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through policy advocacy, capacity-building initiatives, and multi-stakeholder collaborations. With special consultative status in the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) since 2021, aims to inspire, encourage, and facilitate the realization of a global network of SDC worldwide where businesses, NGOs, policymakers, civil society, and the general public can work together to achieve the SDGs. SDC is an organization that is inclusive, accessible, and ethically driven, thus focusing on creating unity, respect, success, sustainability, and opportunities to contribute to the SDGs for everyone.SDC plays a crucial role in shaping global and national dialogues on sustainable development, gender equality, climate action, and human rights.
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What It Stands For
Celebrating Women’s Strength, Advancing Rights, Justice, and Action
Pen Shakthi Maanadu is a powerful gathering dedicated to celebrating the strength, resilience, and leadership of women while advancing the global call for gender equality and justice. The conference serves as a platform to amplify voices, inspire collective action, and strengthen the commitment to building a society where every woman and girl can live with dignity, freedom, and equal opportunity. Aligned with the global theme “Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls,” the initiative focuses on addressing persistent inequalities and promoting transformative change that ensures inclusive participation and empowerment of women and girls across communities.
Advance women’s and girls’ rights
Pen Shakthi Maanadu advocates for the full recognition and protection of women’s and girls’ human rights. The initiative calls for sustained efforts to eliminate all forms of violence, discrimination, and exploitation that hinder their progress. By strengthening awareness, legal protections, and social accountability, the platform seeks to create a safer and more equitable environment where women and girls can thrive.
Promote Gender Equality
Achieving gender equality requires confronting deep-rooted systemic barriers and social norms that perpetuate inequality. Pen Shakthi Maanadu promotes dialogue and action to dismantle patriarchal structures and address entrenched inequities. Special attention is given to amplifying the voices of marginalized women and girls, including young people, ensuring that every voice is heard and represented in the pursuit of equality.
Foster Empowerment
Empowerment lies at the heart of sustainable social transformation. Pen Shakthi Maanadu seeks to redefine power structures by advocating for inclusive access to education, economic opportunities, leadership, and decision-making spaces. The initiative prioritizes creating opportunities for young women and girls to lead, innovate, and shape the future, empowering them to become catalysts for change in their communities and beyond.
Event Details
Designed as a one-day leadership and inspiration experience.
3 April 2026
From 3:00 PM onwards
Taj Connemara, Chennai
Motivate. Uplift. Connect.
Program Highlights
Built like a rally of ideas, culture, courage, and momentum.
Powerful keynote sessions
Impactful panel discussions
Seminars and insights
Awards and recognition
Cultural moments
Networking and collaboration
Key Topics
Core conversations planned for the forum.
Award Nomination
Nominate women leaders, changemakers, and impact voices.
Use this section to recognize women who have created measurable impact through leadership, entrepreneurship, education, social service, advocacy, or public courage.
Leadership award
Social impact award
Young changemaker
Community honor
Add your award nomination form link here.
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Moments from Pen Shakthi Maanadu 2025.
Partners
Supported by global voices for women’s rights and equality.
Contact
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