Our upcoming webinar, “Skills for All: Bridging Gaps, Building Inclusive Futures,” as part of the #CentumKnowledgeSeries, will bring together experts to discuss the role of skill development in fostering economic inclusion for women and transgender individuals.

Featuring Shaswati Samal (Manager, Strategy and Planning, Mahindra Powerol), Ashika Genga (Senior Specialist, Corporate Responsibility, Thomson Reuters), and Akshay Gupta (Associate Director, Centum Foundation), the session will explore strategies to break employment barriers, leverage digital empowerment, and create sustainable livelihood opportunities.

The discussion will highlight the importance of corporate responsibility in shaping inclusive workforce policies and the impact of skilling initiatives on long-term economic resilience. Shaswati Samal will share insights on workforce strategy and policy implementation, Ashika Genga will bring perspectives on CSR-led skilling programs, and Akshay Gupta will discuss data-driven approaches to bridging employment gaps.

The webinar will also examine how digital skilling, entrepreneurship, and policy collaboration can create pathways to sustainable employment. Attendees will gain actionable insights to drive impact in their organizations and communities, ensuring equitable opportunities for all.

This session aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the strategies needed to build an inclusive and skilled workforce, reinforcing the role of sustainable skilling in shaping a more equitable future. Through knowledge-sharing platforms like this, Centum Foundation continues to drive meaningful change, fostering resilience and economic empowerment.

Speakers

Shaswati Samal

Manager, Strategy and Planning, CSR champion

Mahindra Powerol

Shaswati Samal

Shaswati Samal is a passionate advocate for skill development, economic inclusion, and social impact. With over a decade of experience in business strategy and workforce development, she plays a key role in driving inclusive growth initiatives at Mahindra & Mahindra.
Her expertise in digital empowerment, industry collaboration, and vocational training aligns with her commitment to creating opportunities for marginalized communities, including women and transgender individuals. With a background in manufacturing and data-driven decision-making, she understands the transformative power of skills in fostering financial independence and sustainable livelihoods.

Beyond her corporate role, Shaswati is actively involved in human rights, social services, and community welfare initiatives.

Beyond her corporate role, Shaswati is actively involved in human rights, social services, and community welfare initiatives.

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Ashika Genga

Senior Specialist, Corporate Responsibility

Thomson Reuters

Ashika Genga

Ashika Genga is a dedicated CSR professional with extensive experience in CSR strategy, compliance, and project portfolio management. With a strong focus on employee engagement and operational excellence, she has successfully led impactful initiatives aligning with both employee and client expectations.
Passionate about bridging the skilling gap in the CSR sector, she founded Skibetto, a movement aimed at raising awareness among students and professionals about the scope of CSR in India.

With a background in corporate social impact across leading organizations like NetApp and Microland. Ashika brings valuable insights into sustainable development, corporate responsibility, and social impact.

With a background in corporate social impact across leading organizations like NetApp and Microland. Ashika brings valuable insights into sustainable development, corporate responsibility, and social impact.

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Key Highlights

  • Strategies to break employment barriers for women and transgender individuals
  • The role of digital empowerment in fostering inclusive skilling
  • Corporate responsibility in shaping workforce policies and economic inclusion
  • The impact of skilling initiatives on financial independence and social mobility
  • Entrepreneurship as a pathway to sustainable livelihoods
  • Policy collaboration for building a more equitable and skilled workforce

Who Should Attend

  • CSR Professionals
  • Aggregators
  • CSR Implementation Agencies
  • Skilling Organizations
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