Dehradun, Aug. 31 -- Renu D Singh, 64, noted gender rights activist and social worker, was conferred the Honorary Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by Orange County University, California, USA, on 29 August for her work in gender rights activism and social work. Singh was honoured by Dr Ryan Doan, Chief Academic Officer of Orange County University.

Singh, who has devoted nearly 45 years to gender rights and social activism, is the founding president of Samadhan Legal Helpline for Women, Dehradun. The organisation is known for providing effective pro bono legal services aimed at securing justice and empowering women survivors of sexual violence.

She has received several honours for her contribution to women's empowerment and gender justice, inc...