Capgemini in collaboration with SAP announced the launch of the Capgemini-SAP Digital Academy program; to provide employment-linked skill training to marginalised youths in India.
Over the next three years, Capgemini and SAP will jointly invest, and pool resources, expertise, and networks to support this initiative to bridge the digital skills gap for more than 8000 disadvantaged youths across six cities in India including Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi NCR, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Pune.
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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, “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, “Our partnership with Capgemini 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.”