Women Inspiring Network (WIN) and The Body Shop curate powerful International Women’s Day round table on Beauty Begins Within
National, 2026: Marking International Women’s Day (IWD) in March, Women Inspiring Network (WIN) and The Body Shop will host a closed-door round table on March 2, 2026, at The Quorum, Gurugram, centred on the theme, Beauty Begins Within. As conversations around beauty continue to evolve, the evening will bring together founders, creators, industry leaders and change makers to reflect on a cultural shift that moves beyond appearance-led ideals towards well-being, individuality and choice, and how women are leading that change on their terms.
The initiative draws inspiration from the philosophy of The Body Shop founder, Dame Anita Roddick, who believed beauty is not something dictated by society, but a deeply personal expression of identity and values.
As social norms shift, more women are redefining beauty in ways that feel honest and empowering. The discussion will explore this evolution, the quiet pressures women continue to navigate, and how a new generation is reshaping the narrative across industries and communities. A strong focus will also be placed on women-led enterprises that are building thoughtfully, listening closely to real needs and creating with care.
The round table will feature perspectives from a diverse group of leaders and creators, including Sharan Khanna, Founder, SharanYoga; Usha Chengappa, Centre Head, Bharat Thakur Artistic Yoga; Shriti Malhotra, Executive Chairman, Quest Retail; Kompal Matta Kapoor, Content Creator; Shailja Dutt, Founder and Chairperson, Stellar Search; Kanta Singh, UN Women India; Somya Satsangi, Independent Director and Chairperson, Risk Committee, Dr Lal PathLabs; Sudha Sarin, Professor of Practice, IILM University, Gurgaon; Akshara Dalal, Director, JD Institute of Fashion Technology; Priyanka Gulati, Partner, Grant Thornton; Pari Jhaveri, Managing Partner, Purpose Leaders; Snehal Verma, CEO and Co-Founder, NatureDots; Priya Rana, Luxury and Fashion Journalist; Abhilasha Gupta, Global Head – Corporate Communications and Public Affairs, Tech Mahindra; Reshma Chordia, Art Gallerist, Art Explore; and Stuti Jalan, Founder, Women Inspiring Network.
Speaking at the event Shriti Malhotra, Executive Chairman, The Body Shop South Asia -
Today, women are redefining beauty on their own terms through confidence, wellbeing, informed choices, and how they live their lives. Forums like these help shift the narrative away from narrow ideals towards a more realistic understanding of women’s experiences. At The Body Shop, this belief has always been reflected in how we work. We believe beauty begins with self-worth, not standards, and that continues to shape how we approach care, confidence, and responsibility as a brand.
“Over the years, I have realized that beauty is an inside job. It begins with how you see yourself, how you value yourself, and the confidence you carry within. This round table is about creating a space for women to share that journey, and remind each other that real beauty starts from within!”
— Stuti Jalan, Founder of Women Inspiring Network
This collaboration between Women Inspiring Network and The Body Shop is rooted in a shared belief that beauty should never feel like pressure, but always like possibility. Through Beauty Begins Within, the evening aims to spark honest dialogues and leave behind a reassuring message that the future of beauty is being shaped with empathy, courage and authenticity!
About Women Inspiring Network (WIN)
Women Inspiring Network (WIN) is a global non-profit initiative born during the pandemic to connect, collaborate and celebrate the success of women leaders. Over the years, WIN has hosted 200+ panel discussions with a digital reach of 50 million+, partnering with organisations such as the Ministry of Entrepreneurship and Skill Development, Invest India, Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the Gates Foundation.
The WIN Lounge has been part of global platforms, making its debut with inaugural lounges at Davos during World Economic Forum Week, Cannes during Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, and New York Climate Week alongside UNGA 80.
Its standout initiatives include breast cancer awareness campaigns with NewsX, youth empowerment programs with the US Embassy, and global mentoring walks with FICCI and Vital Voices. In 2025, WIN introduced the WIN Voices Podcast, which debuted at global events in Davos, Cannes and New York.
WIN’s mission remains simple yet powerful: to pay it forward and create lasting impact.
For more information, please visit: www.womeninspiringnetwork.com
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