KISS-DU is committed to encouraging more women to apply for subjects where they are underrepresented (especially Indigenous women), particularly in fields like STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), business, and vocational training. To achieve this, KISS-DU takes a multi-faceted approach that includes both direct outreach and strategic collaborations.

• Women Faculty members and research Scholars are encouraged and provided special mentoring and financial support to undergo research related STEM.
• University outreach: KISS-DU engages in targeted outreach initiatives aimed at schools and communities, promoting awareness of the opportunities available in fields where women are traditionally less represented. Through workshops, career fairs, and awareness campaigns, KISS-DU actively works to inspire young women to pursue academic paths in these areas, emphasizing the potential for success and empowerment.
• Collaboration with universities, community Groups, Government, and NGOs: KISS-DU also partners with other universities, community organizations, government agencies, and NGOs for activities and programmes that promote women’s participation in underrepresented fields. These collaborations often include scholarship programs, mentorship opportunities, internships, etc., helping to remove barriers to entry and create a supportive ecosystem for women pursuing these disciplines.
• Distinguished Invited Lecture/ Guest Lectures/ Seminars/ Conferences on SDG 5 related subjects:
  • Inclusive Cultural Leadership–An Intercultural Dialogue at KISS: https://university.kiss.ac.in/posts/kalinga-conversations-5-inclusive-cultural-leadership-an-intercultural-dialogue-at-kiss/ KISS’s Project K-MUSE, in collaboration with KIIT School of Law, hosted the fifth edition of Kalinga Conversations under the theme “Inclusive Cultural Leadership–An Intercultural Dialogue.” The event was organized in association with the School of Tribal Legal Studies and Tribal Rights and the Centre for Indigenous Languages & Narratives, KISS-DU. This interdisciplinary forum emphasized the importance of cultural inclusivity and leadership, highlighting the relevance of living cultures and traditions in a global context.
    
  • Distinguished Invited Lecture on the topic “Gender Dynamics and Society”: https://university.kiss.ac.in/posts/kiss-du-inks-mou-with-amrita-vishwa-vidyapeetham/ The Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) Deemed to be University, Bhubaneswar signed MoU with Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham Deemed to be University, Coimbatore on 26th July 2024. On the occasion, Professor K. R. Priya, Chair, Amritadarshanam delivered a Distinguished Invited Lecture on the topic “Gender Dynamics and Society”. During the course of her deliberation, she conducted activities revolving around gender roles and presented various perspectives.
    
  • Centre for Women’s Studies: The Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) inaugurated the Centre for Women’s Studies on 3rd September 2024, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and promoting research on women’s rights and leadership. The launch event was organized under the banner of Kalinga Conversations, an initiative by Project K-MUSE, KISS, dedicated to engaging with critical contemporary issues related to living cultures and traditions. It is an inspirational intervention by the founder of KIIT & KISS, Dr. Achyuta Samanta. https://university.kiss.ac.in/posts/kiss-project-k-muse-launches-centre-for-womens-studies/