breaking gender norms

When her father passed away, Tumpa Das from Birbhum, West Bengal, stepped into his role at the local crematorium — a job rarely held by women. Over the last decade, she has performed more than 5,000 cremations, breaking gender barriers with courage and compassion.

Despite facing prejudice and being the only woman among 20 men onboard, Romeeta rose from ETO cadet to senior roles on global vessels—and now inspires future women seafarers.

Frontline sales roles were once seen as jobs only men could do. But with support from the WINGS programme, women are now being trained, mentored, and placed in real sales jobs — showing what’s possible when someone finally gives them a chance.