RVIT HER
The permanent flagship women-focused initiative of RV Institute of Technology (Autonomous), dedicated to advancing female scholars across holistic health & wellness, technical leadership, personal safety, mental resilience, and equal career opportunities.
At RV Institute of Technology (RVIT Autonomous, Guntur), empowering women is an integral, year-round institutional commitment. RVIT HER consolidates the efforts of our Women Empowerment Cell (WEC), Internal Complaints Committee (ICC/POSH), NSS Unit, and Student Activity Centre (SAC) into a comprehensive 360-degree development framework for female scholars, faculty, and the surrounding community.
HEALTH & HYGIENE
Body & Clinical WellnessRegular gynaecological consultations, PCOS awareness, menstrual dignity with automated dispensers, and free nutrition screening.
EMPOWERMENT
Education & Tech LeadershipWomen in STEM coding circles, Google/Amazon tech fellowships, ₹15 Lakhs MSME startup grants, and corporate leadership grooming.
RESILIENCE
Safety & Mental StrengthPractical self-defence training (HER SHIELD), confidential psychological counseling, cyber defense, and statutory POSH legal rights.
The Four Core Pillars of RVIT HER
Comprehensive support across every dimensionHER HEALTH — Women's Health & Hygiene
Promoting health literacy, preventive medical care, and continuous clinical consultation for female students and staff.
- Gynaecological Consultations: Regular on-campus interactive doctor forums.
- Menstrual Hygiene & Dignity: Free automated sanitary napkin vending dispensers across blocks.
- PCOS / PCOD Awareness: Hormonal health, clinical symptoms & lifestyle management.
- Nutrition & Anaemia Screenings: Free haemoglobin diagnostics & dietary counseling.
HER FUTURE — Women in Tech, Leadership & Innovation
Catalyzing female engineering leadership in coding, artificial intelligence, research, and startup entrepreneurship.
- Women in STEM Mentorship: Coding circles targeting Google, Amazon & Infosys scholarships.
- Entrepreneurship Grants: Access to ₹15 Lakhs MSME seed funding & RVIT Incubation Center.
- Financial Literacy: Practical investment, budgeting, mutual funds & banking masterclasses.
- Corporate Leadership: Executive communication, resume grooming & interview preparation.
HER SAFETY — Personal Safety & Legal Protection
Building instinctive safety reflexes, digital resilience, and comprehensive awareness of women's legal rights.
- Practical Self-Defence (HER SHIELD): Hands-on martial arts, joint locks & attack-escape drills.
- Situational Awareness: Recognizing threats, de-escalation tactics & confident body language.
- Cyber Safety: Defending against social media impersonation, phishing & online harassment.
- Legal Literacy: Awareness of AP Disha App, POSH Act norms, IPC/BNS laws & 112 helpline.
HER WELLNESS — Mind, Body & Emotional Balance
Fostering psychological resilience, stress management, and physical vitality during rigorous academic life.
- Confidential Counseling: Free one-on-one psychological support with certified counselors.
- Stress & Exam Relief: Interactive sessions on overcoming academic burnout and anxiety.
- Yoga & Mindfulness: Weekly pranayama, meditation, and functional posture exercises.
- Self-Esteem Circles: Overcoming imposter syndrome and cultivating assertive confidence.
A rich portfolio of recurring initiatives conducted under the RVIT HER umbrella across each semester:
Gynaecological Consultation
Senior gynecologist interactive lectures, reproductive healthcare & confidential Q&A clinics.
Women in Tech & Coding Circles
Coding hackathons, Google/Amazon STEM fellowship mentorship, and technical innovation.
Practical Self-Defence Training
Hands-on martial arts defense, strike points, situational awareness & attack-escape drills.
Menstrual Hygiene & Dignity
PCOS/PCOD lifestyle management, eco-friendly sanitary pad access & myth-busting sessions.
Mental Wellness & Resilience
Stress management, emotional well-being, mindfulness meditation, and confidential guidance.
Cyber Safety & Anti-Harassment
Digital privacy settings, social media defense, cybercrime reporting, and AI deepfake defense.
Dedicated Campus Facilities for Women Scholars
Girl Students' Common Rooms
Spacious, hygienic, and furnished relaxation lounges with attached restrooms across academic blocks.
Automated Sanitary Napkin Dispensers
Installed in every washroom complex alongside eco-friendly incinerators for safe hygiene disposal.
24/7 Monitored Safe Campus
Complete CCTV surveillance, security personnel at all access gates, and dedicated college bus transportation.
RVIT HER Annual Initiatives & Workshop Calendar
Academic CalendarRVIT HER Annual Women's Conclave: Health, Leadership & Safety
Multi-track symposium featuring gynecological consultations, women in STEM panels, and practical safety demos.
Gynaecological Wellness & PCOS Awareness Interactive Forum
Consultant gynecologist medical lecture on reproductive health, menstrual hygiene, hormonal balance & diet.
Cyber Resilience & Digital Harassment Defense Workshop
Hands-on cyber forensics session on online privacy settings, anti-stalking legal remedies, and AI deepfake safety.
RVIT Autonomous enforces a Zero-Tolerance Policy against gender discrimination, harassment, and ragging. The statutory Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) and Women Empowerment Cell (WEC) operate strictly under the guidelines of UGC, AICTE, and the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (POSH Act).
Statutory Redressal Mandates:
- 100% Confidential grievance registration and swift inquiry process.
- Independent women external member / legal counsel on committee.
- Dedicated 24/7 internal complaint email and physical complaint box.
24/7 Safety Emergency Helplines:
- AP State Women Helpline (Disha): 112 / 1091
- National Commission for Women Helpline: 7827170170
- RVIT Women Cell Campus Emergency: +91-7659068811
RVIT HER extends its mission of women's safety, hygiene, and empowerment into the surrounding Chebrolu and Guntur communities. Through joint initiatives with the NSS Unit and local schools, our student volunteers conduct:
School Girl Health Drives
Conducting basic personal safety, hygiene awareness, and digital safety camps at local government high schools.
Rural Women Health Camps
Free anaemic screening, blood pressure checks, and nutritional counseling for rural village mothers.
Legal Awareness Drives
Educating community women on the AP Disha App, domestic safety protections, and government welfare schemes.
RVIT HER Facilitation & Women Support Cell
Women Empowerment Cell (WEC) & Internal Complaints Committee (ICC)Any female student, scholar, or faculty member seeking workshop participation, confidential health counseling, academic mentorship, or safety assistance is encouraged to reach out to our dedicated facilitation desk.