The Indian Audit & Accounts Service Officers' Wives Association (IAAOWA)
Inspired to Empower, Determined to Succeed
Inspired to Empower, Determined to Succeed
Each one of us lives a different version of society each one of us faces different challenges experiences different blessings. But we all envision a world free of biases stereotypes and discriminations a world where being different is valued and celebrated. This year the International Women’s Day was celebrated in somewhat different way. Our event was an attempt to capture conversations and experiences of those who have risen beyond the varied challenges of gender, this includes facing discrimination, surviving assault- sexual and otherwise and overcoming mental and physical challenges. This international women’s Day IAAOWA made an attempt to capture the conversations Expand [+]
Focusing on the dual target of taste and health a session on healthy baking was organised at iCISA. The role of mentor to all the amateur bakers in the workshop was handled by Ms. Renu Amitabh PCIT, who guided all the participants through a hands - on journey. In the session baking and tasting went side by side keeping all the bakers and foodies involved to the core. The session emphasised on utilising nutrient dense ingredients like Millet, Ragi Jowar bananas, khand and honey. The advice and small tricks shared by Ms. Renu Amitabh were a bonus. The highlight of the session was the affable manner of Ms. Renu Amitabh her ability to connect with the students and patiently demonstrate the intimidating art of baking in such an easy to follow way made the session engaging and valuable.
Conversations about our feelings and mental health can be difficult but they need to happen. The session on mental health and stress management is an effort from IAAOWA to initiate the conversation, to reinforce the importance of persevering with such difficult conversations, to encourage each other to speak up and to help and support each other. The keynote speaker was Smt. Vatsala Sivasubramanian. She has been a counsellor and therapist practising in Delhi for the past 45 years. She has been working with Sanjeevani Society for mental health for over 20 years and was its director for many years. The session was open to the members and to the lady Staff of the CAG office.
In today’s time when we all are being mindful of what we eat and are trying to reduce intake of processed food, a session in healthy baking was a step towards clean and mindful eating. We Indians have somehow managed to cling onto our legacy of fresh cooking and staying away from packaged food but at the same time we cannot ignore the fact that there has been an increase in the consumption and sales of retail bakery. We all love breads and cakes but find it intimidating to try making it these at home. This session was to familiarise us with the seemingly difficult art of baking bread. Mission was conducted by Mrs. Renu Amitabh. Mrs Amitabh is an IRS officer and is currently posted as PCIT Delhi. Expand [+]
One step is equal to 10 wells, one point 10 step wells, one son is equal to 10 pounds and one tree is equal to 10 sons. Keeping this ethos alive, another event to raise the awareness on environmental protection - a tree plantation drive at iCISA was organised by IAAOWA on 9th July 2022. A total of 25 saplings of different trees were planted which included neem mango aloe vera drumstick bale and hibiscus of different shades.
Khadi is symbol of the Indian textile heritage. It is so deeply interwoven with our history, culture and pride. It has come to be understood as the material embodiment of the ideal that represented freedom from colonialism on the one hand and a feeling of self-reliance and economic self-sufficiency on the other hand. However, in the post-colonial society ridden with western notions of class and development the art of Khadi was lost somewhere. In recent attempts to boost the sale of traditional Khadi products one of the measures taken is to establish centre of excellence for Khadi with technical support of NIFT. It is a small effort on part of IAAOWA, to preserve this traditional heritage unique to our nation and to create awareness about it. Expand [+]
Our physical wellbeing is one aspect of our lives that must always be given prime importance, however, in reality the same often goes unnoticed uncared for. Through the session on breast cancer IAAOWA wanted to increase awareness about this health condition and to encourage women to take action for early detection.
Breast cancer has the highest incidence among Indian women approximately about one in 22 Indian women is affected by it women living in urban areas are especially vulnerable to this Health issue. It is important that we as women are aware of the risks posed by the breast cancer to our health and the quality of life. It is imperative that we spread awareness about the causes and symptoms Expand [+]
Through this event we endeavour to congratulate every woman who is trying to make this world a better place for others. We hope that the resilience kindness brilliance and strength of all our fellow women continue to inspire us all. Such events provide a space and opportunity to express ourselves and to learn from each other. The theme of this year was ‘Leveraging technology for gender inclusivity.’ Ms. Anita Gurumurthy founder member and Executive Director of IT for change was the keynote speaker.
The idea of e magazine came to the existence in an effort to bring The IAAS family closer. To reach out to the families posted outside Delhi. It was an effort to provide a safe space for our members to show case their art of storytelling, it could be through stories, poems, couplets, photography, art etc.
Abhikhya is a Sanskrit word which means a beautiful woman. The magazine celebrates the beauty inside each of its readers and also pays tribute to the womanhood.
IAAOWA continuously strives to give back to the nature and has organised activities, as a part of doing our bit for the planet. Two tree plantation drive was conducted in the month of August. Around 50n saplings were planted.
The first tree plantation took place in The Woods at the Commonwealth Games Village on 12th August. IAAOWA president Mrs Alpana Prasad led the planting of the saplings.
Continuing the fulfilled plantation activities, a second drive was held in the grounds of the ICISA on 13th August.
IWD is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women IAAOWA took this opportunity to raise awareness about ongoing issues related to gender equality, empowerment and importance of community. The meeting also provided a platform to interact with the peers and also expand the areas of work of IAAOWA. It also paved the way for formation of various committees for the better implementation of the various outreach programs.
