North East India is situated in easternmost part of India surrounded by the mighty Himalayas, the plains of Bangladesh and hills of Myanmar. The region consists of eight states each representing a multitude of diverse culture and heritage. The region has a large number of tribes rich in their unique culture and heritage, as well as a large number of dialects. The entire region is full of green and scenic beauty. The region boasts for the Two National Parks as well as regarded as one of the 25 biodiversity hotspots in the world. The regions is marked by the lush green semi-tropical forests, the famous one-horned rhino, wild buffalo, elephants, brow antlered deer etc. Many endangered species of flora and fauna are found in the forests of the region. Since we are at the stage where “women empowerment” is vastly encouraged, the women folks of North East India are in a position to uplift them besides fulfilling the household needs. Women entrepreneurship should be encouraged by exploiting and employing the resources naturally and artificially as well to develop the region
The main objectives of the National Seminar are: a. Profiling of indigenous women entrepreneurs of North East India; b. Discussion and interaction on the issues of women entrepreneurship in North East India; c. Providing a platform for the academicians, scholars and different stakeholders of the country to meet and interact for finding out solutions to the various issues, challenges of women entrepreneurs and thereby creating opportunities for them for the economic development of North East India.
Sub-themes of the Seminar
a. Profiling of indigenous women entrepreneurs in North East India;
b. Gender issues of entrepreneurship in North East India;
c. Issues and challenges of women entrepreneurs;
d. Opportunities for economic development in North East India.
Important Dates/Deadlines
Submission of Full Papers 11 September 2015
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