A Blueprint To Transform Cities Through Gender-Inclusive Design | Sharanya Ari | TEDxHyderabadWomen

Sharanya Ari takes centre stage, weaving a captivating narrative that transcends her personal and professional journey of confronting and dismantling gender bias in urban design. With an unflinching gaze, she sheds light on the stark reality that many public spaces perpetuate hostility and inaccessibility for women, subjecting them to numerous obstacles and risks in their daily lives.

Sharanya unveils a mosaic of challenges—from unsafe bus stops and facilities to poorly lit roads and congested transport—highlighting the relentless struggle women face for their right to navigate the city.

The Gender and Policy Lab within the Chennai Municipal Corporation, has established a dynamic platform uniting citizens and government officials to tackle civic infrastructure and transportation issues through a gender lens.
Through her empowering talk, Sharanya paints a vivid picture of how inclusive and participatory design becomes a transformative force, not only fostering safety but also creating cities that are more liveable and equitable for everyone. Brace yourself for an exploration of resilience, advocacy, and the profound impact of design on the fabric of our urban landscapes Ms. Sharanya Ari, an Indian Administrative Service officer (2016 batch, Tamil Nadu Cadre), holds degrees in Information Technology and Public Administration. She's held various significant government roles, including Assistant Secretary in the Ministry of Culture, Assistant Collector in Coimbatore, and Sub Collector in Kanyakumari.
She has served in various significant government roles, including Assistant Secretary in the Ministry of Culture, Assistant Collector in Coimbatore District, and Sub Collector in Kanyakumari District
Ms. Ari leads the Gender and Policy Lab within the Chennai Corporation, collaborating with a team of technical consultants to execute projects focused on enhancing women's safety in public spaces This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx