WinVinaya Foundation

We are very happy to share wonderful news. WinVinaya Foundation got the ATF Award for the "Best Assistive Technology Initiative among NGOs" At Bengaluru Tech Summit today. Thanks a lot for all your support and blessings. #WinVinaya #ATF AssisTech Foundation (ATF) WinVinaya Foundation

🚀 Exciting Updates from WinVinaya Foundation! 🚀  🌟 Check out the latest edition of Dare To Dream, Volume 4 Issue 10 , filled with empowering stories! Dive in here:  https://lnkd.in/gBpY_aU3  🔑 Unlocking Potential: We launched a specialized English program for transgender individuals with the Solidarity Foundation! Curious about their inspiring journey? 👀  🌐 Building Bridges: TATA Elxsi visited us on October 10, exploring the power of inclusive training and sparking exciting collaboration opportunities!  🎙 A Journey of Change: Hear Shiva Jayagopal's inspiring story on Career Espresso as he shares insights on lifelong learning and inclusion.  🧘♀ Inclusive Yoga: Our recent yoga session with Runners High promoted wellness for all abilities. Discover the connection!  ✨ Empower Event: We showcased our mission at the NISH Empower event, connecting with changemakers!  🎓 Celebrating BFSI+ Graduates: Meet 21 empowered candidates ready to make their mark in the financial sector!  👤 Humans of WinVinaya: Discover Ashna Varghese’s journey from Kerala to Chennai, creating accessible education in the deaf community.  Ready to be inspired? Explore these stories in our latest newsletter! 🌟 Check out our Newsletter in Sign Language: https://lnkd.in/gWFGyFEc  Let’s celebrate these milestones and incredible stories of growth and empowerment!  Follow us for more updates on our inclusive initiatives at WinVinaya Foundation! #WinVinaya #Inclusion #Empowerment #SocialImpact #TransInclusive #CareerGrowth 

🌟 Exciting News from WinVinaya Foundation! 🌟 🌟 Hey everyone! We're thrilled to share the latest updates and milestones in this month’s edition of Dare To Dream, Volume 4 Issue 9. Check out the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/g-nfXWnY Dive into this month’s newsletter, filled with inspiring stories of inclusivity, empowering partnerships, and vibrant celebrations that highlight the incredible journeys of our candidates! Together, we’re transforming lives and fostering a community where everyone shines! 🎉✨  🎉 Wells Fargo Sparks Innovation at WinVinaya We were excited to host Anna Bard, Bandana Jha and Anvisha Bhardwaj from Wells Fargo! Our candidates with hearing and speech impairments led the event, showcasing their talents. 🌟 A Heartfelt Connection with Sambhav Foundation Our visit to Sambhav Foundation inspired us with their dedication to students with intellectual disabilities. Meeting Program Manager Simrandeep Kaur was truly uplifting. We look forward to exciting collaborations ahead!  🌸 Onam: A Celebration of Unity and Inclusion On September 16, WinVinaya celebrated Onam with vibrant traditions and cultural performances! Our team, in traditional attire, united to create a joyful atmosphere. It was a beautiful showcase of inclusivity and community spirit! 🎓 BFSI and IT Training Valedictory: New Beginnings! We proudly celebrated our BFSI and IT training graduates, equipping them with essential skills. Special thanks to Ms. Pratigya from Amazon for inspiring them on their new career journeys. The future is bright for our talented candidates! 💡 Project Discovery: Innovation by Persons with Disabilities Through Project Discovery, we highlighted 36 innovative assistive solutions created by persons with disabilities. These initiatives reflect resilience and creativity in overcoming challenges. We’re committed to making these ideas accessible to all! 🏃♂️ Runners High: A Lesson in Inclusivity Our session with Runners High showcased the incredible capabilities of persons with disabilities. Participants demonstrated communication techniques and shared inspiring stories. This event reinforced the importance of inclusivity in every sector! 📖 Curious to dive deeper? Check out our newsletter for the full stories and more! Here’s the link to the newsletter in sign language: https://lnkd.in/g8WQJ-DA ✨ Stay in touch and check out our newsletter for more inspiring updates! ✨ Keep the positivity and inclusion going strong—together, we’re making a difference! #ChangingLives #InclusionMatters #WinVinaya #EmpoweringAbilities #InclusiveWorkforce #BreakingBarriers #EmpowerDiverseTalent #DisabilityInclusion #CollaborationForChange #RunnersHigh #Innovative #Onam #WellsFargo

A Day of Inspiration and Impact: Wells Fargo Visits WinVinaya Foundation We were thrilled to welcome the leaders from Wells Fargo to WinVinaya Foundation for a momentous visit that highlights the power of partnership in creating a more inclusive society. Their ongoing CSR support fuels our initiatives and enables us to make a tangible difference in the lives of persons with disabilities. The day commenced with an inspiring welcome speech delivered by our candidate Balaji, who is a person in the neuro diverse spectrum. Ashwin Ganesan, our Deaf employee along with Ajith our deaf candidate beautifully introduced Indian Sign Language (ISL) to ensure inclusivity. Ashna, a person with a hearing impairment, seamlessly guided the event as the Master of Ceremonies, setting the tone for a collaborative atmosphere. We were inspired by a remarkable demonstration on how prompt engineering can help learn V-Lookup, H-Lookup in MS Excel, skillfully delivered by Kaushik, a person in the neuro diverse spectrum highlighting the boundless creativity and innovative capabilities within our community. We shared an engaging Power BI Dashboard presentation along with a video, on our partnership with Wells Fargo, showcasing how their support has played a crucial role in expanding and strengthening our programs and initiatives. The event featured an inspiring speech by Anna Bard, Head of Global Impact & Volunteer Engagement at Wells Fargo and the Wells Fargo Foundation. We were also honored to hear from Bandana Jha, Head of Philanthropy and Community Impact, Wells Fargo India and Philippines, whose insights on philanthropy and community engagement left a lasting impression on all of us. We thank Anvisha Bhardwaj for her unwavering support to WinVinaya. Thank you, Wells Fargo, for your continued support and for believing in the potential of individuals with disabilities. We look forward to deepening our partnership and creating a more inclusive world together. #WellsFargo #WinVinayaFoundation #CSR #DisabilityInclusion #Innovation #PowerBI #Disabilities #Philanthropy #Philippines #Partnership #Volunteer #IndianSignLanguage #WinVinaya #Neurodiverse

🌟 Hey everyone! We're thrilled to share the latest updates and milestones in this month’s edition of Dare To Dream, Volume 4 Issue 8. Check out the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/g98GV7Br ✨ Akila Sankar: Acumen India Fellow and Change maker⚡ Curious about Akila Sankar’s incredible journey as an Acumen India Fellow? Discover how her newly acquired skills and vast network will amplify WinVinaya’s mission, driving us closer to a more inclusive and equitable world. 📈Milestones Crossed 🚀: Big things are happening! 20 skilled Graduates with HSI from WinVinaya Foundation’s BFSI training are poised to make waves in the financial sector and 12 Graduates with Visual Impaired trainees mastered industry ready skills at WinVinaya Foundation. Their skilling journey is just beginning, and it’s one for the books! Want to interact with them for recruiting? Reach out to Placement@WinVinayaFoundation.org 🤝Collaborating with Key Stakeholders: WinVinaya Foundation teamed up with parents to explore life-changing job opportunities for neurodiverse candidates. When we combine forces and reach out to corporates together, we can open more employment opportunities. 🗓️Mark Your Calendars: Upcoming Job Drive with TVS: Get ready for our upcoming job drive on September 1! TVS and WinVinaya Foundation are uniting to empower diverse talent. Don’t miss out—discover incredible opportunities for candidates with disabilities to shine and succeed.  This is the first step and based on the best practices and learnings, we plan to conduct joint placement drives with more forward looking companies. 💡Insights from Our Three-Day Webinar on Disability Inclusion: Our recent webinar series in collaboration with In Diverse Company on disability inclusion in India was a huge success! Featuring expert discussions on inclusive education, workplace inclusion, and impactful policies, we’re excited to share how these insights are shaping a more inclusive future for everyone. Want to partner with us for future events? Reach out to pmo@WinVinayaFoundation.org 💪Empowering Through Collaboration: TE Connectivity Volunteers Make an Impact Experience the power of collaboration as TE Connectivity volunteers joined forces with WinVinaya Foundation. From mock interviews to soft skills training to AI-focused train the trainer, this event highlighted the incredible impact of partnerships in driving meaningful change. 🎉Stay tuned for more exciting updates and join us in celebrating these inspiring achievements! 📖 Curious to dive deeper? Check out our newsletter for the full stories and more! Here’s the link to the newsletter in sign language: https://lnkd.in/gkgAywEs Keep the positivity and inclusion going strong—together, we’re making a difference! #AcumenFellow #ChangingLives #WinVinaya #EmpoweringAbilities #InclusiveWorkforce #BreakingBarriers #JobDrive #EmpowerDiverseTalent #DisabilityInclusion #WebinarInsights #TEConnectivityVolunteers

🌟 We’re excited to be part of this important event on Disability Inclusion in India🌟 At WinVinaya Foundation, we are committed to creating a more inclusive world where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their abilities. This event series, "𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮," aligns perfectly with our mission and values. We believe that inclusion is not just a moral imperative but a business one too, and it's heartening to see this being recognized and discussed by leaders and experts in the field. The sessions on Inclusive Education, Inclusion at Work, and Inclusive Policies and Allyship are critical areas where we need to focus our energies to drive real change. Join us and REGISTER TODAY to be part of this transformative conversation. Together, WinVinaya Foundation and In Diverse Company can break barriers and build a future that embraces everyone. #Inclusion #DisabilityInclusion #WinVinayaFoundation #InclusiveEducation #InclusiveWorkplaces #Allyship

Hey champs! Excited to connect with you all through this month’s newsletter, Dare To Dream, Volume 4 Issue 7 (https://lnkd.in/gbrXZJ_x) Empowering Abilities at WinVinaya 🚀 Exciting news! A top MNC is launching an internship-to-hiring model. Two candidates with locomotor disabilities secured finance roles at a healthcare company, and 40 candidates with hearing and speech impairments are awaiting BPO test results. Another success story includes a candidate landing an accounting role at an NGO. Kudos to our amazing candidates! 🎉 Visually Impaired Training: Path to Success 👩💻 Partnering with Help the Blind Foundation, we’re empowering visually impaired candidates with essential skills like MS Office, Internet Browsing, Soft Skills, and Prompt Engineering. Our training aims to open doors to new job opportunities. 🌐✨ Inclusive Fun with Wells Fargo 🌸🎥 On Environment Day, 26 Wells Fargo volunteers joined 16 of our candidates for a day of fun activities like flowerpot coloring and video creation. Communicating in Basic ISL, everyone felt included and appreciated. A beautiful example of community and creativity! 🤝 Comedy for a Cause 🎭❤️ Rangved Theatre's hilarious show raised funds to support our mission. Their performance and engagement with our visually impaired community were heartwarming. Thanks for the support, Rangved Theatre! 🌟 Collaborating for PwD Education 📚🤝 We’re teaming up with Maithree and Rangammal Memorial to enhance education for neurodiverse and hearing-impaired individuals. Exciting times ahead as we explore new training and teaching methods! 📈 Promoting Women’s Safety with Red Dot Foundation 🚺 We support women's safety. Red Dot Foundation trained us on women's safety and empowerment. We learned new strategies to make our workspace safe for all women. Together, we ensure safety. Green Office Practices with Saahas NGO ♻️ We aim for sustainability. Saahas NGO taught us about sustainable menstruation and green office practices. We now promote recycling, reduce waste, and encourage a sustainable lifestyle. Together, we create a greener future. Stay tuned for more updates and join us in celebrating these wonderful milestones! 🌟 Curious about more details? 🤔💬 Check out our newsletter for the full scoop! Here’s the link to the newsletter in sign language: https://lnkd.in/gf3K7mZC.      🙌🏼 Don't miss out on the action, folks! Let's keep spreading those waves of positivity and inclusion together!      💖🌊 #ChangingLives #InclusionMatters #WinVinaya #InspiringChange #EmpowerAbilities #WinVinayaSuccess #VisuallyImpaired #InclusionMatters #InclusiveWorkforce #WellsFargoVolunteers #CommunityAndCreativity #ComedyForACause #RangvedTheatre #EmpoweringPwD #DisabilityInclusion #JobOpportunities #PromptEngineering #Neurodiversity #HearingImpaired #TrainingAndSkills #SocialImpact #SupportPwD #Empowerment #InclusiveEducation 

Welcome to the WinVinaya Foundation!!! In this video, we aim to raise awareness about the critical importance of eye donation, specifically for the hearing and speech impairment communities. Corneal blindness affects millions of people worldwide, and through eye donation, we have the power to restore vision and change lives. Special thanks to Ms. Vandana for scripting this impactful message and their support in creating this video. 🔗 Watch more and get involved: Visit https://lnkd.in/geMHeteu to learn more and receive an appreciation certificate. Join us in this noble cause and help spread the word. Together, we can make a difference! #EyeDonation #Awareness #WinVinayaFoundation #NISH #InclusionMatters #ChangingLives 

Welcome to the WinVinaya Foundation!!! This video is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of eye donation, focusing on the visually impaired community. Corneal blindness is a condition that impacts millions globally, but with eye donation, we can help restore sight and transform lives. Special thanks to Ms. Vandana for scripting this powerful message and their support in creating this video. 🔗 Watch more and get involved: Visit https://lnkd.in/geMHeteu to learn more and receive an appreciation certificate. Join us in this noble cause and help spread the word. Together, we can make a difference! #EyeDonation #Awareness #WinVinayaFoundation #NISH #InclusionMatters #ChangingLives 

🌟 A Day of Creativity and Inclusion at Our Organization! 🌟      Yesterday was a record-breaking day at our organization! We were thrilled to welcome 26 passionate volunteers from Wells Fargo who joined us for an enriching session of volunteering activities.   These activities weren't just fun, they were inclusive! From the vibrant coloring of flowerpots to the creation of themed videos, the day fostered a sense of community and creativity.   What truly made this event special? The participation of 16 of our extraordinary candidates, all of whom have hearing and speech impairments. This inclusive event underscored our commitment to creating opportunities for everyone, regardless of their abilities. The session was a beautiful blend of teamwork, creativity, and mutual respect.   Our volunteers went the extra mile to ensure inclusion! They communicated with the candidates in Basic Indian Sign Language (ISL), ensuring everyone felt included and understood.   The results? Masterpieces and memories! The volunteers and our candidates worked hand in hand, creating colorful flowerpots and inspiring themed videos that are a testament to their combined artistic talents and the power of inclusion.   We are deeply grateful! A huge thank you to the amazing volunteers from Wells Fargo. Your dedication and enthusiasm brought immense joy and made a significant impact. Your support in promoting an inclusive environment is truly commendable.   A special shoutout to our incredible candidates! Thank you for your active participation and for sharing your unique talents with us. Your contributions are what make our events so meaningful and memorable.   Thank you to everyone who contributed! Together, we are paving the way for a more inclusive world where everyone has the chance to shine.   Vinay Keshava Pankaj Kumar Pavan Kumar Guntupally Naveen Zutshi Veerabhadra Shelke (He/Him) Suriyakala Vijayakumar Soumyaa Sundaray Kalyani Singh Manideep Isukapalli Praveen P Gowda Blossom D. Tamanna Perween Sachil Jhina Jashan Grover Soni Sharma Usha L Stay tuned for more exciting updates and join us in celebrating the beauty of diversity and inclusion!     #WinVinaya #InclusionMatters #Volunteering #Community #Creativity #Diversity #Teamwork #WellsFargo #ThankYou #CuriosityDriven #Empowerment