H T Parekh Foundation marks its 10th anniversary by sharing 25 select stories that have shaped our journey. This book offers a glimpse into moments that fueled our growth and redefined our giving. We invite you to join us in reflecting on these stories as "Sometimes we must look back to see how far we've come, so we can better understand where we're headed.
Ctrl-Alt-Reset: The New Together aptly denotes the pandemic year, where we have all had to reboot, reinvent and reset our lives, both personal and professional in some way or the other. Courage and resilience have see us thus far, and will see us through in the future too.
Our COVID-19 response was aimed at alleviating the Human & Health crisis faced by socioeconomically vulnerable sections of society, healthcare workers and frontline personnel. Assistance was provided from HDFC’s CSR commitment along with additional funds received from voluntary employee contributions into the Foundation.
Unemployment rates among a younger demographic are starker than in the average adult workforce; often double or even higher. Most young people seeking employment may face difficulty finding a suitable job or even a job at all. Post-COVID recovery efforts present an opportunity to overhaul the education system to provide learning experiences that are relevant and rewarding for young learners. The paper outlines what it takes to integrate 21st century skills in India's learning ecosystems.