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On the occasion, Sindhu Gangadharan, On the occasion, Sumana Dutta, SAP’s dedication to the neurodiverse
Managing Director, SAP Labs India; Founder & Executive Director, community extends beyond its
Head of Customer Innovation Akshadhaa Foundation said, “The organization to the larger ecosystem.
Services, SAP, said, “At SAP, our vision collaboration between SAP and In addition to its ‘Autism at Work’
revolves around creating an inclusive Akshadhaa Foundation epitomizes program, which is aimed at recruiting
future where everyone has equal the power of partnership in fostering and supporting neurodivergent
access to opportunities and resources. inclusion and empowerment. By individuals, particularly those with
BREAKING empower neurodivergent community, Akshadhaa’s dedication, we are it has also pioneered a network
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD),
leveraging SAP’s expertise and
We have several initiatives in place to
paving a path of opportunity for
and this partnership with Akshadhaa
community of corporates to
Foundation will help us further extend
come together and advocate for
neurodivergent individuals, particularly
BARRIERS: SAP’S our efforts to the larger community. those with autism, in the IT industry. neurodiverse employment. The
‘India Autism at Work Summit’ is
Together, we are not only building
The digital learning program aims
to unlock the full potential of
skills but also breaking down barriers,
one such initiative by SAP Labs India
that aims to celebrate the success
neurodivergent talent by helping them
ensuring that everyone has a chance
of neurodivergent individuals and
break down employment barriers and
to thrive and contribute meaningfully.
NEURODIVERSITY enter the workforce. I am confident We envision our partnership as a create a collaboration platform for the
we will witness an organizational
catalyst for positive change, inspiring
community.
culture that not just empowers but
others to join us in creating a more
inclusive and equitable future.”
celebrates all of us.”
INITIATIVE

CSR initiative to Boost Digital Learning for the

Neurodiverse Community

AP Labs India announced its collaboration with Akshadhaa
Foundation to launch a digital learning program tailored to the needs
of neurodivergent individuals, under its CSR initiative, Code Unnati.
The program aims to create employment opportunities for the
Sneurodiverse community by equipping them with not just technical
skills, but also job-readiness skills necessary to pursue meaningful careers.

This digital learning program reaffirms SAP Labs India’s commitment to
promoting skill development and employment equity, spearheading a movement
towards a more inclusive workforce. Code Unnati serves the youth in the age
group of 14-30 years, and provide them with skills, knowledge, and values for a
rapidly changing world. This comprehensive skill set empowers youth for lifelong
learning and success in an evolving global business landscape. With this, SAP
aims to address income inequality by connecting beneficiaries to employment or
entrepreneurship opportunities.

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