OpenTakshashila Course
Effecting Change: Transforming Women’s Sport in India
This 3-week course (Edition 2) examines the policy, economics, and socio-cultural dimensions of women’s sport in India. Through classroom sessions, guest talks from sports industry practitioners, and structured readings, participants will develop frameworks to understand the challenges and opportunities in transforming women’s sport.
The course is delivered online with Saturday classroom sessions (9 AM–12 PM IST) and Wednesday guest talks (7–8:15 PM IST).
Edition 2
| FORMAT | 3 weeks · online |
| CADENCE | Sat 9–12 IST · Wed 7–8:15 PM IST |
| APPLY BY | 11 June 2026 |
| RUNS | 13–27 June 2026 |
| FEE | ₹5,000 + GST |
Who this is for
How it works
6 modules
Covering history, policy, grassroots, barriers, elite sport, and the way forward.
Classroom sessions
Saturday sessions (9 AM–12 PM IST) with expert faculty.
Guest talks
Wednesday sessions (7–8:15 PM IST) with sports industry practitioners.
3 weeks
Compact format designed for busy professionals.
~6–8 hours/week
Including sessions, guest talks, and readings.
Certificate
Awarded upon successful completion of evaluation criteria.
Curriculum
Evolution of Women's Sport
Tracing the history of women's sport in India — from early pioneers to the current landscape. Understanding the institutional, social, and policy factors that have shaped women's participation in sport.
Policy, Economics, and Market Forces
The economics of women's sport — funding models, sponsorship, media rights, and the role of government policy in shaping the sports ecosystem. Examining what drives investment and what holds it back.
Grassroots Development
Building the pipeline — school sports, talent identification, coaching infrastructure, and community programmes. How grassroots initiatives create pathways for women athletes.
Socio-Cultural Barriers
Understanding the social, cultural, and institutional barriers that women athletes face — from family expectations and safety concerns to media representation and gender bias in sports governance.
Elite Sports and High Performance
The ecosystem for elite women athletes — training infrastructure, sports science, competition pathways, and the transition from amateur to professional sport.
The Way Forward
Policy recommendations and strategic interventions for transforming women's sport in India. Synthesising learnings from the course into actionable frameworks for change.
Application process
and fees
Eligibility
Open to anyone with an interest in sports policy and gender equity. No prior background in sports or policy required. Registration via application form.
Why this course
Women's sport in India is at an inflection point — understand the forces shaping its future. Gain frameworks spanning policy, economics, and socio-cultural analysis. Learn from practitioners and experts working in India's sports ecosystem. Connect with a cohort of professionals passionate about sports and gender equity.
Cohort and cadence
3-week cohort. Saturday classroom sessions 9 AM–12 PM IST; Wednesday guest talks 7–8:15 PM IST. Approximately 6–8 hours per week including readings. All sessions are recorded.
Questions
Have specific questions about eligibility, schedule, or fees? See the FAQs below, or apply via the OpenTakshashila platform.