Bolstering Gender Equity on Boards of Non Profits

This article showcases the impact of the Women on Boards (WOB) program through the case study of Swetha Prakash, a corporate professional who transitioned to an advisory role at Satya Special School. The article highlights how women on boards bring diverse skill sets, empathy, and a unique perspective that complements traditional male leadership. It discusses the low representation of women on both corporate and nonprofit boards and attributes it to factors like time constraints and family responsibilities. The program, a collaboration between ISDM, Dasra, and Governance Counts, aims to bridge this gap by training experienced women and placing them in leadership roles to foster better governance, diversity, and on-the-ground impact.