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π The Wait is Over: Celebratory Date Announcedπ
We are coming to your location for celebrating Independence Day along with performers with disabilities from all over the country! From Udaipur, Amritsar & Chandigarh in the North, to Bhubaneswar in the East, Bangalore & Hyderabad in the South and Mumbai & Ahmedabad in the West, we are all set to wave the flag of inclusivity all across the country.
Sing along our artists, dance with your family, listen to their stories, and appreciate the immense talent they possess. Spread the word and if you reside in these cities, please visit your nearby Nexus Select Trust malls to witness this free spectacle! See you soon! π
We had the privilege of conducting aLeadership Sensitization Sessionat the Nivea Sanand Plant, a truly enriching experience! Through interactive simulation games and a project overview, we introduced the concept of disability, fostering empathy and understanding. The session began with a blindfold walk and puzzle-solving exercise, giving leaders a firsthand experience of the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities. The core team's enthusiasm and dedication to inclusivity were remarkable, showcasing a culture that truly values diversity.
Disability Sensitization Session for JK Cement in Gurgaon:With approximately 35 participants from HR, CS, IT, and other teams present, this session marked a significant step in JK Cement's inclusion journey. Led by Shradha Kundra, Head of Inclusive Hiring at Atypical Advantage, the session received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with participants expressing a deeper understanding of disability inclusion. From conducting accessibility audits to sensitization sessions, we are all set to assist JK Cements in fostering a more inclusive and accessible work environment.
On August 8th, our Founder and CEO Vineet Saraiwala sparked a pivotal conversation at the Global Inclusion Summit 2024 in Bengaluru, posing a crucial question: "What does it take to Build a Workplace for all - Skill, Will, or Opportunity?" As he led a powerhouse panel featuring Alina Alam, Founder-CEO of Mitti Cafe, Kapil Sharma, CEO, 5S Digital, and Pavithra, MD, Vindhya e-Infomedia, one thing became clear: "Inclusion is not a destination, but a continuous journey of empathy, awareness, and action.
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Atypical Advantage is Indiaβs largest livelihood platform for Persons with Disabilities(PWD). Whether it is a singer looking for a show, a visual artist looking to sell their paintings, or job seekers with disabilities looking for career opportunities, it bridges the supply & demand side inefficiencies so that Persons with Disabilities can earn a dignified income. We have a large pool of 15,000+ talents with disabilities and have worked with 250+ corporates within a short span of 3 years. We were also featured on Shark Tank Season 2 and were declared the winner of the prestigious National Startup Award under the social impact category by the Union Government. For more information, visit our website here.