A pioneering institution established in 1974, the Research Centre for Womens Studies
(RCWS)at SNDT University, Mumbai, is the largest and oldest of
its kind in India. during its 29 years of existence, its
contribution to the development of Womens Studies has been
largely recognized, both nationally and internationally.
During this period, the RCWS has undertaken several research
projects with generous grants from national and international
donor agencies, with a very broad-based research focus, which
has led to theoretical studies (some with policy implications)
and action based projects.
It has also contributed to the development of Womens Studies
curriculum and training manuals. It has a well established
publications programme, including a quarterly newsletter, and it
reaches out to the larger community through its regular seminar
series and networking programmes.