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Signify all set to illuminate 10 Brahmaputra Volleyball League (BVL) grassroots courts in Assam

December 6, 2023

6th December, 2023: Signify (Euronext: LIGHT) has planned the illumination of 10 Brahmaputra Volleyball League (BVL) grassroot courts in Assam. The inauguration ceremony which took place recently at the Community Volleyball Court BVL Barbari village center in Nalbari marked the commencement of the next phase of the project. Three distinguished visiting Olympic Gold Medalists Gilberto Amauri de Godoy Filho (Giba) from Brazil, Mireya Luis from Cuba, and Vladimir Grbic from Serbia were present at the inaugural ceremony. With this initiative, Signify will accomplish the lighting up of more than 120 grassroots BVL courts. Signify’s contribution will create a far-reaching impact, with the apex global body of volleyball, FIVB-The Federation Internationale de Volleyball, recognizing BVL (Community Volleyball League) as one of

Next Education and SELCO Solar India Pvt Ltd partner to Transform Education Through Sustainable Technology

November 30, 2023

30 November, 2023: Next Education, a SaaS-based end-to-end education solutions provider and Selco Solar India Pvt Ltd have collaborated for an educational initiative. This is aimed at introducing advancements in the educational access and sustainability across India. This is an important step in the direction of the environmentally conscious and technologically enhanced schools in the country. The two organizations are forging ahead with a shared commitment of making a meaningful impact on education. The schools identified by Next Education and SELCO for this transformative journey include the regions of Dharwad, Belgavi, Chickmagaluru, Yadgir, Hassan, and Tumkuru. A few key NGO partners like Menda Foundation, Youth for Seva, and Selco Foundation, are also associated with this project. A significant outcome of

ADB, Greenway: Channel Carbon Finance by signing a deal for Enhancing Improved Cookstove Usage in Rural India

November 24, 2023

24 November, 2023: A $6.5 million senior secured loan to produce and distribute 1 million improved cookstoves to the states of Madhya Pradesh and Odisha in rural India was signed by ADB – The Asian Development Bank and Greenway Grameen Infra Private Limited. A first-loss liquidity reserve of $3.25 million has been included from the Climate Innovation and Development Fund (CIDF), administered by ADB. There will be a significant reduction in black carbon and carbon monoxide emissions as the improved stoves reduce the fuel needs by 65% and the generation of smoke by 70% as compared to the typical and traditional indoor stoves or mud chulhas. Through this project, the cost of new cookstoves for rural households will be subsidized.

Campaign on Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse (CSA) on the eve of Child Safety Week launched by Arpan and BEST

November 22, 2023

22 November, 2023: To mark the Child Safety Week 2023, observed from 14 November to 20 November 2023, Arpan and Brihanmumbai Electricity Supply and Transport (BEST) have joined hands. The objective of this collaboration is to increase the awareness about Child Sexual Abuse on public transports and creates safer environments for children during their daily trips. Child Sexual Abuse is a matter of grave concern that requires close attention. Going by the data released from the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) in 2021 170 CSA cases are recorded daily, with 7 cases reported per hour. Arpan and BEST have united to address the rise in incidents of Child Sexual Abuse and aim to enhance the safety of Mumbai’s public transport

Walplast and Nanhi Kali host an educational event to ring in a meaningful Diwali

November 16, 2023

16th November 2023 : Walplast Welfare Foundation, the CSR arm of Walplast hosted an educational event on November 9th, at their head office in Mumbai in collaboration with Project Nanhi Kali. During this event, 33 young students (Std.III to V) participated from the Nanhi Kali project, belonging to Palghar school. They were accompanied by 7 key Community Associates. Walplast, in keeping with its commitment to corporate social responsibility, took all the requisite steps and made all efforts to ensure that the event was a memorable and educational one. The one-day gathering went on to represent the continuation of Walplast’s commitment of supporting the Nanhi Kali student participants in their educational journey. Through this event the company expressed its belief that

India-Rwanda Friendship Association Unveils Second Edition of “Stronger Together” Book: A Tapestry of Rwanda’s Rise and Strategic Ties with India

November 13, 2023

13 November,2023: On the eve of October 10, 2023, the India-Rwanda Friendship Association (IRFA) joined hands with the High Commission of Rwanda in India to present the eagerly anticipated 2nd Edition of “Stronger Together: A Collection of Essays on Rising Rwanda and Strategic Partnership with India.” This momentous event, held in New Delhi, attracted around 350 distinguished guests, including representatives from the diplomatic community, academia, and the business sector. Among the attendees were notable figures such as Hon. Kartikeya Sharma, Member of Rajya Sabha, and Major General (Retd) Dr. Bipin Bakshi. The book delves into diverse facets of Rwanda’s trajectory, encompassing its recovery post the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi, its symbiotic relationship with India, and the promising avenues it

‘Sandesham’ NGO -Cultivating Young Minds and a Sustainable Future through Compassion and Education

October 27, 2023

27th October, 2023: In a world where compassion and education go hand in hand, Shilpi Yadav’s NGO, ‘Sandesham,’ is making a profound impact on the lives of countless students and children. Shilpi Yadav, the visionary behind this initiative, believes in a holistic approach to support and education, fostering the growth of not only young minds but also a greener, more sustainable future. Sandesham’s primary mission is to provide educational support and nourishment to underprivileged students and children. Through various initiatives, Shilpi and her dedicated team ensure that these young souls have access to food, education, and a nurturing environment that promotes growth and learning. Shilpi’s commitment goes beyond the classroom. She firmly believes in instilling values of respect and manners

Critical issues of vision challenges to be addressed in upcoming conference organized by Ek Kadam Aur Global

October 25, 2023

25 October, 2023: Ek Kadam Aur Foundation (EKAF) a nonprofit organization is organizing a conference titled “Prevention and Treatment of Visual Challenges and Educating Children and Adults with Blindness” at the Shangri-La- Hotel Connaught Place New Delhi. This conference is scheduled from the 30-31 October 2023. It will aim to promote awareness about the challenges of visual impairment in India. During the two-day global conference, the prevention, treatment and education of children and adults with blindness will be the primary focus. Insights on this issue and the roadmap to help children with blindness to develop life skills and acquire training to be school ready will be shared by experts. These experts will be from India, Australia, Mauritius, Ireland and

HCCB to empower 5,500 individuals through upskilling programmes and lead community projects in 14 Villages of Maharashtra

October 21, 2023

21 October , 2023:Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB) an FMCG company has partnered with Y4D foundation to facilitate a multi-faceted program in Maharshtra which will empower 5,500 individuals through upskilling. Various community development initiatives in 14 villages in Lote, Wada and Pirnagut were also announced by the company. Shri Devendra Fadnavis, Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra wss present at the launch of this initiative by the company at the India Moment Conclave that was hosted by the Y4D Foundation in Pune. Out of the 5,500 individuals, HCCB will equip 3,000 women with crucial financial and digital literacy skills. An exhaustive Sales and Marketing certification programme will be offered to 2,500 youth as training. Transformative developmental projects will also be

iDream Education pioneering Ed Tech Initiatives for progress, learning and growth

October 13, 2023

In this exclusive interview, Rohit Prakash, Co-Founder of iDream Education, sheds light on the company’s pioneering EdTech initiatives that are contributing to the progress of the educational landscape and helping CSR/NGO initiatives or government entities Facilitate Universal Access to Learning and Growth How do you create synergy between your solutions and the CSR initiatives of Corporates? We create synergy by aligning the vision and Goals of our CSR Partners with the digital learning solution we implement. Our solution and our approach to implement & support is customised based on the objectives of our CSR partners. An example of this, is our work with Cipla Foundation to assist over 4,000 Class 10 students during the COVID-19 pandemic. Their goal was to