The Consulate General of India, Toronto celebrated International Women’s Day in partnership with the Elspeth Heyworth Centre for Women (EHCW), to honor women’s achievements while spotlighting the critical support systems for Indian women in need.
Addressing the gathering, Acting Consul General Kapidhwaja Pratap Singh highlighted the Consulate’s continued engagement with the community. He also introduced the Consulate’s One Stop Centre (OSCW) – a round-the-clock service for women in distress providing counseling services and resources for legal guidance, financial aid, medical care and safe shelter.
The event brought together community leaders, civic partners, representatives from law enforcement, speakers from community services & diverse professional fields who shared insights on safety, empowerment, and well-being of women. The event received a tremendous response and was well attended by members of the Indian diaspora.
