As the world celebrates International Women’s Day 2025, marking thirty years since the Beijing Declaration, EducationWorld is proud to feature Amarjyotiba Gohil, Founder and Managing Director of ASIS Group of Schools, a dedicated educationist working toward inclusive and equal learning opportunities for all.

Coming from a family that valued education, Mrs. Gohil left the U.K. to fulfill her father’s vision—to bring quality education to underserved communities. Over the past three decades, she has transformed the education landscape in Bhavnagar, ensuring that learning is accessible, inclusive, and empowering for every student, regardless of gender.

Steps to Achieve Gender Parity in Education

According to Mrs. Gohil, gender equality in education is an ongoing journey. While India has made significant progress, true gender parity requires intentional efforts beyond policy—real actions that change mindsets and systems. At ASIS Group, her approach focuses on:

1️. Acknowledging progress and gaps – While strides have been made in gender equality, economic barriers, societal biases, and safety concerns still limit opportunities for girls. Addressing these challenges is key to achieving true equity.

2️. Shifting cultural mindsets – In many communities, girls’ education is still undervalued due to deep-rooted beliefs that they will eventually leave their families after marriage. Transforming this mindset is essential to creating equal opportunities.

3️. Creating safe and supportive learning environments – Schools must adopt zero-tolerance policies against discrimination and harassment, ensuring that girls thrive in secure spaces without fear of bias.

4️. Eliminating economic barriers – Families often prioritize boys’ education due to financial constraints. Scholarships, financial aid, and awareness campaigns can encourage more families to invest in their daughters’ future.

5️. Challenging gender stereotypes – ASIS schools actively promote gender-neutral subject choices, ensuring that girls excel in STEM fields and boys are encouraged to pursue arts and humanities—empowering students to follow their true passions.

6️. Addressing resistance to change – In some communities, traditional leaders reinforce outdated gender roles that discourage girls’ education. Engaging with families, religious figures, and local influencers can help reshape these beliefs.

7️. Strengthening laws and policies – While laws protecting girls’ rights to education and safety exist, stronger enforcement and community awareness are needed to ensure their effectiveness.

8️. Recognizing education as an investment – Educating girls is not just about literacy—it is about breaking cycles of inequality and creating future leaders, innovators, and changemakers. It is an investment in national development and progress.

According to the latest reports on gender parity in education, India is making steady progress, but true equality remains a distant goal.

About Amarjyotiba Gohil

Amarjyotiba Gohil is the Founder and Managing Director of ASIS Group of Schools, one of Gujarat’s leading educational institutions, offering ICSE, CBSE, and State Board curricula. With over 30 years in education, she established Silver Bells Public School in 1992, which has since evolved into a center of academic excellence. Under her leadership, ASIS Group has grown into a holistic learning ecosystem, fostering innovation, leadership, and inclusivity. Beyond education, she holds several key leadership roles, serving as District Chairperson of Hindustan Scouts & Guides, President of Avantika Group (Gujarat region) for cultural events, Vice President at Early Childhood Association, and President of LAJJA Foundation, a literacy and women’s empowerment initiative. Her dedication to education and social impact has earned her prestigious accolades, including the Education Icon Award, Pride of India Award, and the EducationWorld Lifetime Achievement Award.

Also read: Outstanding Achievement in Education Leadership Award 2018 – Amarjyoti Gohil