Ms. Srishti Srivastava

Assistant Professor (Political Science)

Interest Area(s)

  • Gender and Politics
  • Political Theory
  • Research Methodologies
  • Human Rights
  • Political Representation
  • Social  Movement
Ph.D. candidate in Women’s and Gender Studies at Ambedkar University, with the thesis recently submitted. Holds double master’s degrees in Political Science and Gender Studies. Possesses a strong background in impactful research, teaching, and advocacy within gender and politics. Fluent in English and Hindi, with extensive experience in conducting training sessions, contributing to prestigious publications, and presenting at national and international conferences. Committed to advancing research in gender and politics and teach to inspire the next generation of leaders in these critical areas.
  • Ph.D. – Women’s and Gender Studies, Ambedkar University Delhi (Submitted, 2024)
  • M.A. in Political Science, IGNOU (2022)
  • M.A. in Gender Studies (with Dissertation), Ambedkar University Delhi (2019)
  • B.Sc. (Hons.) Mathematics, University of Delhi (2016)
  • Qualified UGC-NET (2020)
  • Academic Counselor/Guest Faculty for MA Course at IGNOU (January 2022- November 2022)
  • Teaching Assistant for MA students at Ambedkar University Delhi (September 2022 and September 2023)
  • Research Associate at the Center for Women’s Development Studies, New Delhi (July-December 2021)
  • Senior Project Manager- Fuzia, Opengrowth Media Private Limited  (2020-2024)
  • Contributor/Consultant at BBC Radio and Hindi Service (August-December 2019)
  • Gender and Politics Correspondent  at The Wire (2017- 2020).

Awards and Accomplishments

Shortlisted among the top three positions and earned special recognition in the women’s empowerment and gender equality category for the Redink Awards (2020).

1- Paper Presentation at the 19th IUAES-WAU World Anthropology Congress2023 on “Marginalities, Uncertainties, and World Anthropologies: Enlivening Past and Envisioning Future”, in October 2023 at New Delhi, titled, “Everyday Gendered Experiences of Working Women During the Pandemic: Impact on Career Aspirations, Emotional Support, and Mental Well-being.” 2- Paper Presentation at the 17th IAWS National Conference on “Women’s Studies and Women’s Movements: Challenges and Resilience” on 8th September 2023 in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, titled, “Unheard Narratives: Exploring the Everyday Gendered Experiences and Challenges Faced by Women Workers in Delhi During the COVID-19 Pandemic.”

3- Paper Presentation at the National Conference for Young Scholars on Understanding the Social: Theories, Methods, and Practices, a part of Shodhotsav 2023, on 23rd August, organised by Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University Delhi, titled, “Exploring Gender Disparity and Challenges to Political Participation in India: A Study of Women’s Everyday Experiences, Private Sphere Influence, and Access to Public Spaces.”

4- Paper Presentation at the 3rd International Conference on Contemporary Perspectives in English Language, Literature & Cultural Studies organised by the Department of English, Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab, in collaboration with University of Alcalá Spain on 14th July 2023, titled, “Navigating Everyday Gendered Experiences And Lived Realities: Examining The Impact Of The Pandemic On Career Aspirations And Emotional Well-Being Among Working Women.”

5- Paper Presentation at the Two-Day Conference on ‘Inclusive Development of Marginalised Communities: through the Eyes of Social Thinkers, Writers, and Leaders’ organised by Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA), Sponsored by Dr. Ambedkar Chair in Social Justice, on 9th June, titled, “Beyond the Mainstream Narrative: Uncovering the Role and Impact of Tribal Women in India’s Nation-Building and Women’s Movement.”

6- Panel Speaker at the fifth edition of Annual Internationalisation of Higher Education Conference in collaboration with the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) on ‘‘Reimagining Internationalisation: Blended Education as a Catalyst’ organised by Symbiosis International (Deemed University) in association with the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) on 9th April, 2021. 7- Paper Presentation at the Virtual National Convention on “Women’s Studies Centers (WSCs) in India organised by Indian Association for Women’s Studies on 20th Feb 2021, titled, ‘Exploring Employment Insecurities Among the Scholars of Women’s Studies’

8- Paper Presentation at the Northern Regional Conference on Women’s Studies Constitutional Rights-Women from the Margins and Livelihood Issues organised by the Indian Association of Women’s Studies on 15th Dec 2020, titled “Exploring Employment Insecurities Among the Scholars of Women’s Studies”.

9- Panel Speaker at ‘Celebrating the Constitution of India: Questions of Freedom, Citizenship, and Democracy’ organised by the Centre for Publishing and School of Human Studies, AUD, on 31st January 2020.

10- Panel Chair for ‘Research conclave: Gender, Livelihood, and Work – A View from the Classroom – session: Women, Work, and the City: Questions of Equity, Opportunity, Violence, and Resistance’ at the International Conference on Making Non Traditional Livelihoods (NTL) Work for the Marginalised. Organised by Azad Foundation in collaboration with Ambedkar University Delhi on 17th January, 2019.

Trainings and Facilitations:

Facilitated Training sessions on a wide range of topics, encompassing but not limited to:

1- Conducted workshop sessions with MA Gender Studies Students at Ambedkar University Delhi on, “Gender Representation in Mass Media in South Asian Context” (September 2023)

2- Conducted a workshop with 100 participants, titled , “Empowering Women in Leadership: Boost Your Goal Setting and Time Management Skills” organised by Fuzia, Opengrowth Media Private Limited (March 2023).

3- Conducted a Masterclass on, “Building Confidence, Leading with Purpose: Personal Growth for Women in Leadership” organised by Fuzia, Opengrowth Media Private Limited (December, 2022).

4- Conducted a webinar with 100 participants on,”Elevate Your Career: Empowering Women to Excel with Interview Skills” organised by Fuzia, Opengrowth Media Private Limited (September 2022).

UGC CARE LISTED PUBLICATIONS

1-Kumar, S., & Srivastava, S. (2024). Dalit Shabd Ki Keyword k Roop mein Punar Kalpana aur Vishleshan. Aashwast, 26 (245), 16-18.

2- K.C. B., Menon, K., & Srivastava, S., (2024). Bhakton ko Taiyar Karne ki Pehal. Samyantar, 56 (5), 47-49.

3-Srivastava, S. (2023). Unheard Narratives: Exploring The Everyday Gendered Experiences And Challenges Faced By Women Workers In Delhi During The Covid-19 Pandemic. Ammayiki, 24(II), 176–183.

4- Srivastava, S., & Kumar, S. (2023). Mahilaon ki Rajnitik Bhagidari Ka Sawal. Samyantar, 55(11), 45-47.

5- Srivastava, S. (2017). Belgaum Bhakto Ke Karname, Samyantar, 48 (9), 45-46.

SELECTED ARTICLES, INTERVIEWS & OPINION PIECES

 

  1. Interview with Authors of “Gendered Body in South Asia,” published in Feminism in India, October 2023 https://hindi.feminisminindia.com/2023/10/09/the-gendered-body-in-south-asia-writers-interview-hindi/
  2. Conversation with Prof. Uma Chakravarti on India’s Independence and gender equality, published in The Wire, August 2023 https://thewirehindi.com/255519/interview-historian-feminist-author-uma-chakravarti/
  3. Interview on Increased Crime Against Women with Prof. Nirmala Banerjee, published in The Wire, March 2021 https://thewirehindi.com/161859/interview-economist-feminist-nirmala-banerjee/
  4. Interview with author Yashica Dutt on her memoir”Coming Out As Dalit,” published in The Wire, February 2020 https://thewire.in/video/watch-interview-yashica-dutt
  5. Debates Around the Me Too Movement- Interview with Uma Chakravarti and Vasudha Katju, published in The Wire,

November 2018. https://thewirehindi.com/62436/sexual-exploitation-metoo-campaign-uma-chakravarti-vasudha-katju/

  1. Nirbhaya Case: Interview with Prof. Krishna Menon, published in The Wire, 2020. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZEFZvsKw0U&pp=ygUuS3Jpc2huYSBNZW5vbiAgdGhlIHdpcmUgZGVsaGkgZ2FuZyByYXBlICBjYXNlIA%3D%3D
  2. Interview with Lawyer Madhu Mehra on women’s safety and capital punishment, published in The Wire, March 2020. https://thewire.in/women/capital-punishment-cannot-be-the-solution-to-the-problem-of-womens-safety
  3. Interview with Bezwada Wilson on Manual Scavenging, published in The Wire, June 2019. https://thewirehindi.com/47364/bezwada-wilson-manual-scavenger-swachh-bharat/
  4. Interview with Prof. Kaushal Pawar on Ambedkar and women’s issues, published in The Wire, 2020. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMXOyqu1KzU
  5. Interview with Atishi Marlena on private schools and education in Delhi, published in The Wire, 2019. https://www.google.com/url?sa=D&q=https://fb.watch/rUnl09rd9h/&ust=1727324160000000&usg=AOvVaw2VkoWBKcm6F8sW23pjqZVc&hl=en&source=gmail
  6. Understanding the true essence of International Working Women’s Day, published in The Wire, March 2019. https://thewirehindi.com/74061/working-class-women-international-working-womens-day-freedom/
  7. Women in Non-Traditional Livelihoods, published in The Wire, January 2019. https://thewirehindi.com/69202/women-working-in-mens-dominated-areas-break-the-conservative-thinking-of-society/
  8. Stars of TikTok: Voices on India’s Margins Speak Out on Sudden Ban, published in The Wire, July 2020. https://thewire.in/culture/chinese-apps-ban-tiktok-stars
  9. Dismantling Sexism in Delhi University, published in The Wire, February 2019. https://thewire.in/women/dismantling-sexism-in-delhi-university-one-ugly-custom-at-a-time
  10. Poem titled “Ye Kaun Hain” published in ‘Vishwa – The International Hindi Association,’ July 2020, Volume 36, Issue 3,

ISSN:2572-1569, Pages 32-33.

  1. Poem titled “Ye Kaun Hain” featured in ‘Corona Mein Kavi,’ a book published by Leftword Books, edited with an

Introduction by Sanjay Kundan (July 2020), ISBN: 978-81-945925-4-9.

  1. Poem titled “Ye Kaun Hain” published in ‘Nayapath,’ Volume 34 (Jan-March 2020 edition), Pages 56-58, RNI: 47323/47.