Capgemini announced its collaboration with SAP to launch the Capgemini-SAP Digital Academy program; an initiative aimed at providing employment-linked skill training to marginalised youths in India. This joint initiative will focus on providing vocational and technical skills training to disadvantaged youths across six cities in India including Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi NCR, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Pune.
India, home to the world’s largest youth population, has an opportunity to enhance digital skills among its young citizens. Through this collaboration, Capgemini in India and SAP unite their corporate social responsibility (CSR) visions to provide youth from underprivileged communities with training in courses aligned with market demands. Additionally, this partnership aims to influence policy advocacy to revolutionise the skilling ecosystem. Emphasising gender inclusivity, the initiative prioritises bridging the gap in tech-related fields by ensuring over 50% of participants are young women, thus fostering inclusive socio-economic growth.
Commenting on the announcement, Ashwin Yardi, CEO of Capgemini in India said, “We are delighted to collaborate with SAP and make a significant contribution towards the advancement of India’s digital economy through the upskilling of its youth. This collaboration reflects Capgemini’s commitment to empowering vulnerable youth communities and promoting equal opportunities, fostering inclusion and socio-economic development in India. Through the Capgemini–SAP Digital Academy program, we are not only providing skills but also creating pathways for sustainable careers and livelihood while at the same time nurturing the skilled talent India needs to grow.”
Sindhu Gangadharan, MD, SAP Labs India and Head, Customer Innovation Services, SAP said, “At SAP, we have an unwavering commitment to providing equitable access to education and employment opportunities on digital and green skills for youth in today’s rapidly changing world. By joining forces with Capgemini on this initiative, we are delivering on our commitment to harnessing technology for positive societal impact. Our partnership will empower India’s youth with future-ready and well-defined skillsets, ensuring their long-term success in their careers. This collaboration represents a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to foster a culture of continuous learning, which will undoubtedly contribute to India’s growth trajectory.”
Over the next three years, Capgemini and SAP will jointly invest, and pool resources, expertise, and networks to support this crucial initiative aimed at bridging the digital skills gap for more than 8000 individuals who are part of India’s marginalised youth.