Water Security for Gender Parity - Celebrating IWD 2016 - Dr. Manta Devi Nowbuth (Mauritius)

Tell us something about yourself?

My name is Manta Devi Nowbuth, from Mauritius and I am the Dean in the Faculty of Ocean Studies at the University of Mauritius.

What would you say are the main challenges in your work as a woman?

As a woman at work, I have often noted that my suggestions are subject to relatively more queries before they are accepted, and also when a responsibility is given to a woman, expectations tend to be relatively very high.

What have you done to overcome these obstacles/challenges?

I would say that women have the added advantage of being more understanding and patient, so these skills help to bring the harmony much needed in a working environment.

Advise to other women in similar situations (in the water world)

My own career in the water world has been highly enriching and I wish all women working in the water sector the same rewarding experience.