Lucknow, Feb 09 : In a significant initiative aimed at fostering educational development, Dignity Education Vision International (DEVI) hosted a CSR Panel Discussion titled “The Role of CSR in Promoting FLN.” The event brought together industry leaders, corporate executives, and educationists to discuss strategies to accelerate Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) and meet the NIPUN Bharat deadline.
The two-day (19-20 Feb ) event, held in Lucknow, saw participation from notable figures in the corporate and social impact sector, including:
- Mr. Anurag Srivastava (CISCO) – Head, Digital Impact Office & Corporate Affairs (South Asia)
- Ms. Sangita Dandapat (Kotak Education Foundation) – Project Lead, Foundational Literacy & Numeracy
- Mr. Kumar Anurag Pratap (Capgemini India) – Head CSR
- Ms. Joyeeta Das – Ex IBM CSR, Global Impact Leader
- Mr. Khurram Naayaab (Vedanta Group) – General Manager, CSR & Head-Governance for Anil Agarwal Foundation
- Ms. Sherin Ali (WNS Global Services) – Global CSR Lead
- Mr. Deepak Shandiya (RBL Bank) – Vice President, CSR
- Ms. Archana Sahay (Dell Technologies) – APJ CSR Head
The session was moderated by Mr. Nixon Joseph, Group Executive Director of DEVI Sansthan, with a keynote address by Dr. Sunita Gandhi, Founder & CEO of DEVI Sansthan.
Discussions and Key Takeaways
The panelists explored innovative CSR interventions that can bridge educational gaps and ensure children acquire foundational learning skills. Key discussions revolved around:
- Corporate Sector’s Role: How businesses can integrate CSR efforts with FLN goals.
- Public-Private Partnerships: Strengthening collaboration between government bodies and corporate entities.
- Technology & Digital Learning: Leveraging tech-based learning solutions to enhance literacy and numeracy outcomes.
- Scaling Impact: Developing scalable models for sustainable education initiatives.
A Call to Action
With the NIPUN Bharat mission setting ambitious targets, the panelists emphasized the urgency for corporate stakeholders to take an active role in driving impact. The event reinforced the idea that CSR is not just about corporate philanthropy but a strategic investment in the country’s future.
Looking Ahead
The discussion concluded with a commitment to fostering continued collaboration between corporate leaders and the education sector to accelerate FLN. Participants expressed optimism about the role of CSR in shaping a literate and empowered future for India’s youth.
For more information on the initiative, visit dignityeducation.org/circle.
