HERtech Kerala:Empowering Through Technology & Sustainability
HERtech LED Assembly Workshop, held on 18 May 2025 at TKM College of Engineering, Kollam, empowered 30+ Kudumbashree women with hands-on skills in LED bulb and tube assembly. Organized by IEEE IA/IE/PELS Joint Chapter Kerala with IEEE PELS WiE, SIGHT Kerala, and EdSoc Kerala, the program promoted sustainable energy, gender equality, and entrepreneurship.
The HERtech LED Assembly Workshop, held on 18 May 2025 at TKM College of Engineering, Kollam, empowered over thirty women from Kerala’s Kudumbashree mission with technical skills and entrepreneurial awareness. Organized by the IEEE IA/IE/PELS Joint Chapter Kerala in association with IEEE PELS Women in Engineering (WiE), IEEE SIGHT Kerala, IEEE EdSoc Kerala, and community partner KV Nagar Resident Association, Kollam, the initiative combined hands-on learning with social transformation.
The program aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 5 – Gender Equality, SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy), advancing both technological empowerment and sustainability.
The morning session focused on LED bulb assembly, introducing the benefits of modern 9W LED bulbs over traditional CFLs, environmental hazards of mercury, and India’s energy-saving needs. Participants engaged in interactive demonstrations of components—PCB, diffuser, base caps, holders, casing—and practiced assembly and troubleshooting to promote repair culture and waste reduction.
The afternoon session emphasized LED tube light assembly, offering guided training in construction, operational principles, and practical assembly. Discussions inspired women to consider launching micro-enterprises that support community energy efficiency.
By the end of the workshop, participants demonstrated enhanced confidence, market-ready skills, and enthusiasm to explore entrepreneurial pathways. More than just technical training, the event instilled environmental consciousness, leadership, and a strong belief in self-reliance.
Key contributors included Prof. Sunitha Beevi. K (Chair, SIGHT Kerala, PELS WiE & EdSoc WiE Kerala), Dr. Biju K. (Chair, IEEE IA/IE/PELS Joint Chapter Kerala), Dr. Shyni K. (Secretary, IEEE IA/IE/PELS Joint Chapter Kerala), Dr. Bijuna Kunju (Advisor, IEEE IA/IE/PELS TKM Student Branch), Prof. Reshna S. (Advisor, IEEE EdSoc TKM Student Branch), and Mr. Madhu Krishnan (Energy Consultant, Lead Trainer).
The workshop concluded as a replicable model of technical empowerment, bridging the gap between technology and community needs. It championed women’s entrepreneurship, green energy adoption, and community resilience, proving that HERtech is not just a workshop, but a movement towards sustainable, inclusive development.
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- Thangal Kunju Musaliar College of Engineering
- Kollam, Kerala
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- Co-sponsored by TKM College of Engineering, Kollam
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Prof. Sunitha Beevi. K
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Agenda
The HERtech LED Assembly Workshop on 18 May 2025 followed a structured agenda designed to balance knowledge-sharing, practical training, and empowerment.
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10:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Registration & Welcome
Participants were welcomed by organizers, outlining workshop goals and alignment with SDGs. -
10:30 AM – 12:45 PM: Morning Session – LED Bulb Assembly
• Introduction to 9W LED bulbs vs. traditional CFLs and energy-saving benefits
• Environmental hazards of mercury in CFLs and responsible disposal practices
• Contextual insights on India’s energy mix and water conservation
• Demonstration of LED bulb components (PCB, diffuser, base caps, holders, casing)
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12:45 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
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1:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Afternoon Session – LED Tube Assembly
• Introduction to LED tube light construction and operation
• Practical, guided activity assembling LED tubes
• Motivational discussion on entrepreneurship and micro-business development for community energy solutions -
2:30 PM: Closing & Reflection
• Sharing of participant experiences
• Key remarks from IEEE leaders and trainers
• Group photo and conclusion
The agenda ensured participants gained practical skills, environmental awareness, and entrepreneurial confidence, making the workshop both educational and transformative.
The HERtech Kerala Workshop proved that technology can transform lives by equipping women with critical skills, confidence, and sustainable solutions. Through collaboration between IEEE, community partners, and expert trainers, the initiative created a replicable model of empowerment that promotes clean energy, entrepreneurship, and resilient communities.
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