Mizoram Impact Consulting Council, WICCI

Image via Glossier Instagram Authored by: Dhanshri Parob INTRODUCTION Glossier, conceived by American businesswoman Emily Weiss, originated as an extension of her popular beauty blog, Into The Gloss. This blog tracked beauty trends and featured celebrity interviews about their favourite beauty products. The cosmetic company was founded in 2014, initially only operating online. The pandemic surge propelled Glossier to become a leading product in the market. Following the pandemic, the brand expanded to offline stores and collaborated with significant beauty retailers like Sephora in the United States. Weiss identified and capitalised on the emerging trend of makeup minimalism, positioning Glossier as the face of the trend. At its peak in 2021, Glossier reached a valuation of 1.8 billion US dollars (Gross, 2019). THE STORY Weiss started her blog Into The Gloss in September 2010, when she worked as a fashion assistant for the American edition of fashion magazine Vogue. The website gained ...

Women's Leadership in Ethical Fashion: A Catalyst for Industry Transformation Author: Prapti Jain  Image Source : Morning Brew/Unsplash and Artem Beliaikin/Pexels  Abstract This research explores the pivotal role of women's leadership in driving ethical practices within the fashion industry. Investigating the intersection of gender dynamics and ethical fashion, the study delves into the research question of how women leaders influence positive transformation. The methodology involves a comprehensive review of literature, case studies, and interviews with prominent women leaders in the ethical fashion sector. Results underscore the impact of women's leadership in fostering sustainability, transparency, and social responsibility. The article concludes with implications for the industry and suggestions for future research Introduction In the backdrop of escalating environmental concerns and ethical considerations in the fashion world, this article addresses the vital role wome...

Challenges Faced by Social Impact Firms in India  Authored by AKSHA JAIN, University of Delhi With a large population, India is a nation with many social and economic problems. With high levels of inequality, restricted access to essential services like healthcare and education, and little economic possibilities for disadvantaged populations, poverty and marginalization are pervasive. A viable way to address these issues is through social entrepreneurship, which establishes long-lasting companies that put the welfare of society and the environment ahead of financial gain. Businesses with a social or environmental goal at their heart are known as social enterprises, and they solve social and environmental problems with market-based solutions. Social impact firms are organizations that prioritize creating positive social and environmental change alongside financial sustainability. They operate in a unique space, blending elements of traditional businesses with a strong focus on purpo...

Written by Harshitaa Sharma  BACKGROUND Growing up as the daughter of a single mother is a journey marked by unique challenges and profound lessons for me. This article sheds light on the experiences and perspectives of being a daughter raised by a working single mother, offering insights into the challenges that a single mother face and possible solutions. Working single mothers face a myriad of challenges that stem from the dual responsibilities of managing a career and raising children without the support of a partner. These challenges can be complex and multifaceted, impacting various aspects of their lives. The UN Women report puts the figure of lone mother household in India to 13 million . An estimated 4.5% of all Indian households are run by single mothers. This is exactly why it is essential to shed light on unique challenges faced by single mothers. These resilient women, balancing the roles of provider, nurturer, and professional, encounter hurdles that necessitate colle...

Written by PRERNA SHARMAN from UNIVERSITY OF DELHI Executive summary :   No one knows almost all the gender battles of fintech superior than Sallie Krawcheck, who has gone through the past few decades attempting to bring more ladies into the industry, from securing more financing for women-owned businesses to convincing more ladies to require control of their individual budgetary speculations. Ellevest, the speculation firm established and helmed by Sallie Krawcheck, is contributing in a run of private ventures for its clients, counting women-run wander stores, giving working capital for women-led companies, and reasonable lodging rentals for ladies. Ellevest's general mission is to put more cash into the hands of ladies. It appears that over 70% of ladies are disappointed by the administrations advertised by money related education. This case ponder looks at how Sallie Krawcheck made and advanced Ellevest, a speculation stage which is “gender-aware” and at the same time makes a d...

  Written by Prerna Sharma ABSTRACT The study leverages the data on promoting women's participation in green and clean Tech businesses from the Global Outlook as well in India and the state of Mizoram. Data from US provider Pitchbook shows that private equity (PE) investment globally into cleantech businesses founded by men was $10bn in 2021, dwarfing the $26.1m raised by businesses with female founders in the same year.. India’s 15.7 million women-owned enterprises and start-up ecosystem are driving female entrepreneurship, with a 90 percent growth forecast. However, challenges like gender bias, funding, and support still test their determination. The government has made many programs and incentives to help women who start their own businesses and work on climate change. But there are also big opportunities in the growing green technology industry and in promoting diversity and inclusion in business. INTRODUCTION By 2030, there will be 139 million jobs in the energy industry world...