Cognizant Foundation India

In this special edition of Conversations of Change, Rajesh Varrier – Director @CFChangingLives engages in a thoughtful dialogue with Cornelius from @enableindia on accessibility, continuous learning, and the principles that truly empower individuals. Watch full on YouTube.

Cornelius lost his sight at five, but not his ambition. Through our digital skilling program offering Blimey, an accessible learning tool with @enableindia, he could up-skill. Today, he leads Blimey himself and inspires others. Know more⬇️ @Cognizant #TwoDecadesOfEmpowerment

In Pune we marked the culmination of the celebration of our 20-year journey, reflecting on what collective action can achieve. We are grateful to our team who helped shape this journey. With renewed resolve, we look ahead to do more. @Cognizant #TwoDecadesOfEmpowerment

From Gadag’s Halligudi Govt. School, teacher Kshama Vastrad found new ways to bring learning alive through AIF’s Digital Equalizer program, supported by Cognizant Foundation. Today, she’s part of a growing teachers' community. @Cognizant @AIFoundation #TwoDecadesOfEmpowerment

Our Director Kasturi Balaji reflected on how sustained collective effort, from partners, volunteers, and associates, has helped turn ideas into lasting impact across education, healthcare, and livelihoods with the foundation. @Cognizant #TwoDecadesOfEmpowerment

In Pune, Director Narayanan T. unveiled The Light That Lives On, celebrating the voices and journeys that have shaped the Foundation’s mission and continue to inspire its path forward. @Cognizant #TwoDecadesOfEmpowerment #TheLightThatLivesOn

At our final event in Pune from our 20-year commemorative series, CEO Deepak Prabhu Matti highlighted how the foundation’s impact is rooted in equity, with technology amplifying reach and inclusion across India. @Cognizant #TwoDecadesOfEmpowerment #TheLightThatLivesOn

Inspiring journeys begin with small steps. With support from Help The Blind Foundation & Cognizant Foundation, he learned to type and became the first TN govt school student to type his 12th boards and topping his school. Learn more here. @Cognizant #TwoDecadesOfEmpowerment

In Pune we marked the culmination of the celebration of our 20-year journey, reflecting on what collective action can achieve. We are grateful to our team who helped shape this journey. With renewed resolve, we look ahead to do more. @Cognizant #TwoDecadesOfEmpowerment

As the Pune event and our 20th anniversary commemorative series comes to a close, here’s to building opportunities, deepening impact and empowering many more lives together. We’re grateful to our board, our partners and community champions. @Cognizant #TwoDecadesOfEmpowerment

Wrapping up the evening with a sincere vote of thanks from Edwin Moses, honouring every partner, participant and story that has shaped our shared mission. @Cognizant #TwoDecadesOfEmpowerment #TheLightThatLivesOn #Future4All

(3/3) Along with College of Social Work Nirmala Niketan, Bright Future, Sankara Jyoti Eye Institute

(2/3) @TISSpeak @Pratham_India @Y4DTeam @CCDTrust @lvprasadeye @hv_desaieye @SankaraV2020 @SGS_SA @LokBharti_Group @NGOMuktangan @HKIDB_Mumbai @RoomtoRead

(1/3) Celebrating the partners who’ve walked alongside us, shaping impact and strengthening communities. Honoured to recognise their contributions tonight. @Cognizant #TwoDecadesOfEmpowerment #TheLightThatLivesOn #Future4All

Abhijit Datar, Global Head of IOT, Cognizant, reflects on how technology, supported by empathy and collaboration, shapes long-term social transformation. @Cognizant #TwoDecadesOfEmpowerment #TheLightThatLivesOn #Future4All

What empowers a student to become a changemaker? Prof. Asha Banu and student Aishwarya who availed our scholarship while studying at the Tata Institute of Social Sciences highlight how mentorship and institutional support are essential tools for a student. @Cognizant @TISSpeak

A special moment as we unveil The Light That Lives On - a celebration of two decades of stories of impact, resilience, and community transformation. @Cognizant #TwoDecadesOfEmpowerment #TheLightThatLivesOn #Future4All

Sanskruti Patil, an alumna of the Dhyeya program and now a Cognizant Associate, shares her inspiring journey - a testament to how structured support, mentorship, and perseverance can transform aspirations into achievement. A proud moment for all of us. @Cognizant #Future4All

Our Board Member, Kasturi Balaji addresses the role of shared purpose, equity, and long-term commitment in driving Cognizant Foundation’s impact over two decades at our Pune celebration. @Cognizant #TwoDecadesOfEmpowerment #Future4All

A powerful interaction between a teacher and her student demonstrates how Khan Academy–enabled digital learning, supported by Cognizant Foundation, is strengthening comprehension, curiosity, and classroom confidence. @Cognizant @khanacademy #TwoDecadesOfEmpowerment #Future4All