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1st July 2024: Sightsavers India, in collaboration with AbbVie India, successfully launched a series of state-level consultations across India to raise awareness about the prevention of visual impairment due to glaucoma. The inaugural event took place at Lemon Tree Premier in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, drawing a diverse audience that included ophthalmologists, senior optometrists, public health professionals, civil society representatives, social scientists, and journalists. Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide, and early detection and treatment are critical in preventing visual impairment. This initiative seeks to educate the public, share knowledge among professionals, encourage regular eye check-ups, and promote early detection and treatment. The consultation commenced with a welcome from Siva Prasad, State Programme Lead, Sightsavers India, Odisha, followed

27th June 2024: The Convergence Foundation, in collaboration with Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies, Centre for Exponential Change, and India Impact Sherpas (knowledge partner), hosted a landmark conference on ‘Creating Systemic Impact’, bringing together development practitioners, thought leaders, and philanthropists to focus on the practices and enablers of systems change. Organizations that adopt the systems change approach—System Support Organizations (SSOs)—work closely with governments at both the central and state levels to create large-scale impact by addressing the root causes of problems rather than applying quick fixes or band-aid solutions. In the keynote address by Rohini Nilekani, Chairperson of Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies, she emphasized, “This decade is one of the most critical decades in human history, demanding inclusive and exponential social change. We

26th June: Synergy Steels, recently spearheaded an inspiring initiative at its Alwar, Rajasthan facility. The event promoted sustainability and community engagement through employee environment awareness training and a plantation drive. With the thought-provoking theme of “Land Restoration, Desertification and Drought Resilience,” the company aimed to contribute to a greener future while addressing pressing environmental issues. Synergy Steels aims to meet part of its energy needs through renewable sources by 2030. The company is focused on decarbonizing its stainless-steel production and has sustainability at the core of its business. To move forward with this aim, Synergy Steels organized a plantation drive, with active participation from plant employees who pledged to embrace sustainable practices. As a result of this event, the trees

25 June 2024: Marking a decade of innovation and contribution to community welfare in India, Xiaomi India, a global technology leader, has announced a landmark partnership with the Yuvraj Singh Foundation (YouWeCan), a non-profit organization established by cricketer and cancer survivor Yuvraj Singh. The ‘Swasth Mahila Swasth Bharat’ project aims to screen 1,50,000 women for breast cancer over 12 months across 15 states, focusing on under-represented and under-resourced communities. This initiative represents Xiaomi’s most extensive effort in India so far, in terms of impact and reach. Muralikrishnan B, President of Xiaomi India, said, “In our decade-long journey in India, we have evolved beyond being a technology brand by leveraging our extensive network for meaningful social change. The stark reality that a woman

Shailesh Dhuri CEO of Decimal Point Analytics 25th June 2024: Decimal Point Analytics, a financial analytics firm, is committed to creating opportunities and transforming lives through its impactful “Dnyanodapi Dhanodapi” program a corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative aimed at identifying and nurturing talented students from underprivileged backgrounds in the financial analytics sector. The “Dnyanodapi Dhanodapi” program provides a unique opportunity for deserving students. It offers paid internships, mentorship programs, and career guidance, ensuring a well-rounded learning experience. Upon successful completion of the internship, students are offered full-time positions at Decimal Point Analytics. The company’s commitment extends further. After gaining industry experience, eligible employees can receive sponsorship for their MBA programs. This continuous investment empowers them to take on greater responsibility

20 June 2024: A healthcare company is proud to announce the extension of its Tuberculosis (TB) screening under its CSR campaign to the Kutch District of Gujarat with its implementation partner, Apollo Telemedicine Network Foundation, further broadening the scope of its community health initiatives that are already underway in Valsad and Banaskantha. This significant step aligns with the commitment to the national TB elimination campaign, ‘TB Harega Desh Jeetega,’ reinforcing the dedication to combatting TB across India. The National TB Elimination Program’s India TB Report 2024 reveals that 25.55 lakh TB cases were notified last year, marking the highest number since the program’s inception in the 1960s. Despite positive trends, the estimated number of TB cases remains high at 27.8

18 June 2024: Mankind Pharma has launched a major multi-city campaign titled #RippleOfChange on World Blood Donor Day. This initiative aims to address the critical shortage of blood donors in India and raise awareness about the importance of blood donation. The campaign’s centerpiece is a powerful video that portrays the dire consequences of blood scarcity. The narrative follows a group of friends who experience the tragic loss of a loved one due to the unavailability of blood donors. The video aims to inspire more people to donate by highlighting how a simple act can save precious lives. Here is the link to the video campaign: https://youtu.be/VXz4AoZTgHg “With less than 1% of our population donating blood annually, India faces a severe

18 June 2024: A significant round table conference on ‘SELF & Sustainable Development’ was successfully conducted on June 8, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the TERI School of Advanced Studies, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi. The event was jointly organized by the Delhi Management Association (DMA) ESG Committee, TERI School of Advanced Studies (TERI SAS), and Vishwa Yuvak Kendra (VYK), with CS Deepak Jain, Chairman of the DMA ESG Committee, presiding as the chair. About the Conference: The conference addressed the urgent need for integrating self-awareness with sustainable development practices. In today’s fast-paced world, where economic pressures and daily struggles often sideline environmental concerns, the discussion centered on effectively engaging various sections of society in sustainability issues. The aim

“Anti-Corruption Collective Action Playbook Training” New Delhi, June 14, 2024 – The highly anticipated workshop on “AC CA Playbook Training,” jointly organized by the UN Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI) and PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), concluded successfully today at PHD House, New Delhi. The workshop, held from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM, focused on enhancing participants’ understanding of anti-corruption collective action (AC CA) and promoting a culture of integrity in business environments. Professionals from diverse sectors attended the workshop, which featured comprehensive sessions highlighting key aspects of Anti-Corruption Collective Action (AC CA) initiatives. Participants gained insights into the importance of specialized training in combating corruption, detailed steps and tools provided by the AC CA Playbook, and

12 June 2024: The PARI Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting education and rural empowerment, is proud to announce the launch of a new initiative called the ‘Changemaker Drive’. Backed by crowdfunding support from donors on Milaap, the initiative aims to provide comprehensive support to rape survivors and raise awareness about sexual violence. It has set an ambitious goal to train 10,000 youth volunteers who will work towards impacting the lives of at least 100 rape victims across the country. Through this initiative, the foundation will also offer rape survivors access to essential services, including medical care, counseling, legal assistance, and vocational training, to help them rebuild their lives. Additionally, it will also focus on challenging societal norms and