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28 February 2026 | The Empress Club, with the support of NGO IAWA – Innovative Artist Welfare Association, successfully organised Women’s Awareness Talk 2026 – A Self-Awareness & Confidence Initiative on 28th February 2026. The programme highlighted collective strength, emotional clarity, and confidence among women through a thoughtfully curated platform focused on awareness-driven empowerment. The curator of this initiative, Dr. Daljeet Kaur, founded The Empress Club from a place of lived experience, resilience, and deep understanding of life’s realities. Having navigated significant personal and professional challenges, she transformed those experiences into a vision — to create a dignified space where women gain clarity, strengthen confidence, and grow collectively. With over three decades of dedication to wellness, training, and social leadership, Dr. Kaur envisioned the club not as a motivational forum, but as a conscious movement promoting awareness, responsibility, and nation-building through empowered women. The event brought together distinguished women leaders and professionals from across India and internationally, fostering meaningful dialogue on stress management, emotional balance, confidence, and holistic well-being. The esteemed speakers included: * Sunita Singh (Principal Commissioner of Income Tax, Dehradun), * Alisha Begum (Author & Mental Health Expert), * Satinder Malhotra (Educationist), * Pratishtha Shyam (Behavioural Coach & TEDx Speaker), * Dr. K. Srikala Ganapathy (Educationist), * Manisha Mahakalkar (Beauty Expert), * Dr. Humarya Aslam Sheikh (Founder, Parihaara), * Alice L. Honghurila (Educationist), * Dr. Vaishali Jawade (Pathologist), * Avantika Tokas (Advocate), * Ramita Bhaduri (Singer & Artist), * Megha Sahay (Educationist), * Selina Ahmed (Entrepreneur), * Vidusha Prashar (Naturopath & Nutrition Expert), * Manisha Melwani (Spiritual Coach), * Vanita Sharma (Ayurvedic & Integrative Health Practitioner). Each speaker offered practical insights from their respective domains, enriching the session with knowledge and perspective. Beyond the event, Women’s Awareness Talk 2026 reflects the broader vision of The Empress Club — an evolving community committed to structured learning, knowledge exchange, leadership development, and responsible social contribution. Through regular sessions and collaborative initiatives, the club seeks to nurture confident, aware, and socially conscious women. All participants were awarded Digital Certificates of Participation, reinforcing the structured and professional nature of the programme. The success of this initiative highlights the growing need for platforms that prioritise awareness, balance, and meaningful empowerment. The Empress Club invites women who resonate with this vision to connect and become part of a community dedicated to shared growth and social impact. Supported by: IAWA – Innovative Artist Welfare Association The Empress Club Successfully Conducts Women’s Awareness... 
As the world marks the completion of a historic quarter-century (2000–2025), the Innovative Artist Welfare Association (IAWA) is proud to unveil a landmark event celebrating the resilience, power, and triumph of womanhood: Great Women Achievers of 2025. A Vision Born from Resilience The concept, meticulously curated by Dr. Daljeet Kaur (President, IAWA), goes beyond the glitz of typical ceremonies. “Success is often seen as a destination, but we want to honor the journey,” says Dr. Kaur. “These 25 unsung women have been chosen not just for their titles, but for their battles. From different cities and diverse professions, they represent the unstoppable spirit of the modern Indian woman.”25 Women. 25 Stories. One Legacy. What unites them is their refusal to give up. The Power Team The event is presented by IAWA, an NGO known for its relentless work in social welfare and artist support. The execution and management are helmed by Amar Cine Production, ensuring a cinematic and grandiose experience that befits the stature of the awardees. In a unique twist, the event will also feature an exclusive Podcast Series, where Dr. Daljeet Kaur will interact with each achiever to uncover the “untold truth” of their success—their struggles, sacrifices, and ultimate victories. Daljeet Kaur President Innovative Artist Welfare Association, Curator Of This Event Meet the Great Women Achievers of 2025 1). Bibi Ranjeet Kaur (Delhi) The Pillar of Community & Education. A distinguished public figure and dedicated teacher, Bibi Ranjeet Kaur stands as a powerhouse of leadership. As a Senior Leader of the Shiromani Akali Dal, Chairman of the Ramgarhia Co-operative Bank, and Chairperson of the Guru Teg Bahadur Institute of Technology, she has dedicated her life to uplifting society through politics, banking, and education. 2).Armi Oliver Harper (USA/Philippines) Title: The Global Real Estate Tycoon & Scholar .A true citizen of the world, Armi is a powerhouse in international business. Currently pursuing a Doctorate in International Business, she combines academic brilliance (Magna Cum Laude MBA, Cornell Certified) with massive commercial success. As a Top Producer Realtor in the U.S. and owner of luxury hospitality and agricultural ventures in the Philippines, she is a multi-million-dollar force bridging global markets. 3).Sunita Singh (Dehradun) Title: The Visionary Bureaucrat & Scholar An officer of the 1994 batch of the Indian Revenue Services (IRS), Sunita Singh serves with distinction as the Principal Commissioner of Income Tax, Dehradun. A Gold Medalist in History from Guwahati and holding an LLM in Taxation, she exemplifies the spirit... 
Meet Charanya Gurusathya, Founder Director of Natyashala Academy of Fine Arts from Pune the most Passionate Bharatanatyam Dancer, Teacher, Choreographer of current era. She has to her credit many accolades & achievements in field of dance. Her contribution to Indian culture and tradition crosses boundaries where she is developing beautiful, passionate classical dancers across the globe. Her connect to traditional dance through Indian mythology and spiritual stories portrays her humble nature, making her loveable and touching the hearts of many. * Could you share your memorable moments of 2023? Ans: Among many memorable programs, lecture demonstrations and events of 2023, including the Arangetram of my students, stage performances during various festivals like MahaShivaratri, Ganesh Chaturthi, Krishna Janmashtami, Navaratri: Krishna Anuraag remains close to my heart – performance on 9th September 2023 Developing a thought, conceptualising an idea, choreographing multiple dance numbers has created a wavelength, between me as a dancer & my dance.The two-hour Solo dance performance is a feeling of expression – of confidence, of joy – and of a divine dance journey internalised within me. The years of learning, teaching, performing has culminated to, look on, and settle. “May my art speak into each of your hearts,” was the underlying expression portrayed at Krishna Anuraag – Ultimate love & devotion to Lord Krishna. * What’s your future plans for 2024? Ans: As 2024 unfolds, upholding Indian culture, traditions, passing it on to the next generation and collaborating with various like-minded artists is the key path to sustain the Art and its values. * After one year where you want to See yourself? Ans: An inspiring artist, a loveable teacher, a good friend, a caring mother, a supportive wife and a humble person. * What’s your message on New Year? Ans:Let the continuous creative exploration into music, arts & dance take precedence and allow an opportunity to every aspiring dancer to reach the pinnacle. * What was your key driving force to become a successful Artist? Ans:Structure, planning and execution. If we plan our day in advance, then it’s simple. As Artists we need to manage our time at home, kids, family and passion. Rehearsing comes with passion to art, there’s certain time slot I keep where I can rehearse and will make sure I never miss that schedule. So, planning and sticking to a schedule is the mantra. * How do you spread your art to the people? Ans:One thing that fascinates me is that this classical... 
Meet Leena Honakeri, A Social Entrepreneur from Dharwad ,Karnataka who has been working towards the betterment of the society and is Proud to be crowned as ‘Popular Queen of Universe’ and ‘She is also honoured to be crowned as ‘I Am Me Royal India Mrs Asia Classic’. Her social activities ranges from helping the needy to funding kids for education.Her happiness lies in bringing a smile on the faces of the deprived and impart education to villages as many as possible. * Could you Share your Memorable Moments of 2023? Ans: 2023 was a year filled with challenges thrown at me on a personal front, which I have been able overcome with my positive attitude towards Life . * What are your future plans of 2024? Ans: My plans of 2024 is to be a role model for imparting education to the underprivileged,supporting them emotionally, mentally, physically and if needed be even financially. * After one year where you want to see yourself? Ans: I am contented with where I have reached in life, but would definitely want to reach higher goals of becoming a TedX speaker one day. * What is your message on New Year 2024? Ans: Live your Dreams and every moment of your life to the fullest as those moments will never come back. * How do you help People? Ans: With God’s blessings I am able to help the needy depending on their needs which could be emotionally, mentally, physically and sometimes even financially ( cash or kind) * What Motivates you? Ans. I am a simple person and just a smile on the face of the person I help is my motivation and driving to become a social worker/ activist * What is your greatest fear,and how do you manage fear? Ans: Some times People misunderstands our action of kindness is my fear..I overcome it by not stopping my kind actions. * What are your ideals? Ans: My ideals is ‘However successful you are in life,never forget your morals and roots from where you started ‘ * How do you define Success? Ans: Success is when the goal set by ‘you’ is reached. * What is your favourite aspect of being ab entrepreneur? Ans: My advice to fresh start-ups is to convert the obstacles into a solid path to success. * What is your favourite aspects of being an entrepreneur? Ans: Helps me improve myself to be a better human being is one... 