Procter & Gamble India

As we concluded our 5th #WeSeeEqual Equality and Inclusion Summit 2024 yesterday, we took the opportunity to share progress on our programs designed to respect and reflecting the diversity of our consumers – starting from the workplace, and through our brands in the communities we serve. We believe that this progress is one ripple in the journey and hope that it will go on to create a meaningful impact for our consumers, employees, and other stakeholders. #PGIndia #EqualityAndInclusion #Citizenship

Thank you, TheCSRUniverse, for the 2024 Social Impact Awards. This recognizes #PGShiksha’s impact in the Education category, through its holistic educational interventions which help underserved children with targeted programs designed to improve learning outcomes.   We strongly believe that when we collaborate with partners, we enhance our ability to reach and serve more consumers, and enrich the communities we serve, live, and operate in.   P&G Shiksha, our flagship CSR initiative, began as a commitment to strengthen educational infrastructure across the country in 2005. It has today evolved into a 360-degree holistic educational intervention with a focus on learning outcomes especially with foundational numeracy and literacy.    A heartfelt thank you to all our implementing NGO partners, who are empowering lakhs of children on the ground through our targeted educational interventions, impacting over 45 lakh children over 19 years.   #PGIndia #PGShiksha #CSR #Citizenship #SocialImpactConferenceAwards

As per reports, over 6 crore primary school students in the country are challenged by #LearningGaps, whereby their learning levels fall behind their grade’s expected learning level. This learning challenge disproportionately impacts children in underserved and resource deficit communities, like the tribal regions of the country.   This #InternationalLiteracyDay, we are celebrating children from such communities, who are working tirelessly to overcome hurdles and improve their learning outcomes, with a little help from us. We are enabling them through an AI enabled learning tool - #Mindspark, developed and implemented by our partners Educational Initiatives as part of the #PGShiksha initiative. This film by Educational Initiatives beautifully brings to you the evolution and impact of this initiative on students, teachers, and community leaders alike. From helping children overcome learning challenges to making learning fun and enjoyable through a gamified tech-led approach, the program is creating real, scalable impact on ground for thousands of children across the country. #PGIndia #PGShiksha #Citizenship #InternationalLiteracyDay

This #TeachersDay, we are celebrating the crucial role mothers play as their children's first teachers. Together with Pratham Education Foundation, our flagship CSR initiative P&G Shiksha is empowering mothers in underserved communities through our #EarlyChildhoodEducation program, to help them develop essential skills in their children, from motor and cognitive to social-emotional and creative abilities, preparing them for a successful educational journey. Through the program, these mothers’ groups are equipped with tools and resources to actively engage in their children's education. Their dedication and love fuel the growth of the future generation. Join us in celebrating these extraordinary mothers and their immeasurable impact as the first teachers in every child's life. #PGIndia #CommunityImpact #PGShiksha

Today, the idea of growth is shifting, and disruption is accelerating all around us. In this context, it is imperative to drive agility in learning and agility in applying the learnings, to deliver ultimate business outcomes. Today, on #WorldYouthSkillsDay, I personally believe that in this ever-evolving landscape, a passion for learning and growth mindset can go a long way! I recently came across LinkedIn’s 2024 Workplace Learning Report, which had some exciting insights showcasing the opportunities created and positive impact of digital disruptions across industries, and the skills that one needs to succeed today. I was happy to see 80% of survey population wanting to improve their digital (AI) skills in pursuit to deliver business impact better. It also mentions that organizations with robust learning environments see significantly higher employee retention and internal mobility. I find this really encouraging and reassuring that the demand for always-on learning is high, among individuals wanting to accelerate careers. At P&G, we have always believed that our people are our greatest assets. This famous quote by our former CEO – Richard Dupree is a testament to this belief. Just like Consumer Moments of Truth, we strive to create positive Employee Moments of Truth via a superior employee value equation.. This belief is based on the core principles of ‘CARE’ and ‘Co-Creation’. o Care and co-creation to provide meaningful work right from Day 1, which enables people to make an impact they want to. o Care and co-creation to develop essential skills and tools to continuously learn and grow. o Care and co-creation to develop empathetic, inspiring, and inclusive leaders for tomorrow. As every individual’s needs are unique – we believe in managers spending quality time with employees to ‘Co-create’ the required learning and growth journey for the individual. This enables the personal and professional growth of our people, so they can in turn maximize their true potential. What skills do you think are most crucial for young people to develop in today's world? Share your thoughts in the comments below! #PGIndia #PGEmp #WorldYouthSkillsDay #CareAndCareerCoCreation

#Throwback today on #WorldYouthSkillsDay to this wonderful opportunity I had recently, to visit and interact with the graduating students of #Pragati Digital Upskilling Program at the certification ceremony. Hearing their stories of learning with passion, and asking questions with curiosity filled me with pride and showcased the impact this program is creating on the communities. Very proud of our teams at Procter & Gamble India that continue to drive such initiatives year on year! #PGIndia #PGEmployee #WorldYouthSkillsDay #EmpowermentThroughEducation

Recently, I had the opportunity to participate in the certification ceremony of one of the batches of our #PGShiksha program - #LimitlessPragati. This digital upskilling program focuses on providing job-ready digital skills of the 21st century, equipping underserved communities with the tools needed to thrive in today's digital world. During the visit, I had the privilege of witnessing the impact firsthand - the excitement and pride on the newly acquired skills, along with gained confidence in their abilities, was a humbling experience. We also met parents and guardians, with their unique backgrounds yet united in a common desire to see their children overcome barriers and unleash their true potential. P&G Shiksha is not just a CSR initiative, it represents a passionate commitment to transforming lives through education. On this #WorldYouthSkillsDay, let us celebrate the remarkable achievements of these individuals and acknowledge the importance of equipping our youth with the skills they need to thrive in an ever-evolving world. Procter & Gamble India x Youth4Jobs Foundation #PGIndia #PGEmployee #EmpowermentThroughEducation

Today on #WorldYouthSkills Day, I am proud to share with you these happy glimpses from the recent certification ceremony of our P&G Shiksha #PragatiForPride Digital Upskilling Program. The program, part of Procter & Gamble India's flagship CSR initiative is focusing on equipping the transgender community with essential job-ready digital skills of the 21st century, and thereafter assisting them in gaining meaningful employment through a dedicated job fair – Saksham in partnership with Pratham Infotech Foundation and The Humsafar Trust. At P&G, we continue to be committed to providing access and opportunity to LGBTQ+ individuals through engagement in a broad range of community initiatives, so they can thrive in communities where they work and live. #PGIndia #PGEmployee #WorldYouthSkillsDay #EmpowermentThroughEducation