EXL expands CSR program into Philippines in collaboration with EduBridge and Edukayson.ph
Mumbai – EduBridge- India’s leading Workforce Development platform, today announced the launch of “Skills to Win Program” in Philippines under its flagship community engagement initiative with EXL, in partnership with Edukasyon.ph. With this program, Edubridge expands its partnership with EXL through which they will train more than 3000 candidates in the Data Analytics and Finance & Accounting fields in India and will aim to empower Filipino youth from underserved communities in the Philippines by providing them with comprehensive, employment-linked training in AWS Cloud Practitioner program.
A total of 150 selected candidates from marginalized backgrounds will undergo extensive training for over 300 hours focused on AWS Cloud Practitioner job roles. It is an advanced level of training in Tech that includes domain-specific knowledge, essential soft skills, and employability modules. This comprehensive approach will prepare Filipino youth, not only for their specific domains but also equip them with the necessary soft skills for building sustainable careers and progressing within their current or future companies. Upon successful completion of the program, 50% of these youth will be provided with placement opportunities in entry-level Cloud based roles, including Cloud Engineers, Cloud Infrastructure and related positions.
Engadin Corporation, operating under the brand name of Edukasyon.ph, will help expand this Program’s operations in the Philippines. Engadin Corporation, based in Makati City, Philippines, is a TESDA-registered company comparable to NSDC in India. EduBridge and Edukasyon.ph will join forces to effectively implement EXL’s program in the Philippines, ensuring its smooth execution and significant impact.
“At EXL, we are committed to providing opportunities to diverse talent and believe that programs like AWS re/Start could help accelerate the growth of the cloud industry in the Philippines. We are glad to collaborate with AWS in building the talent pool for the country while supporting underserved communities and bringing them to the forefront,” said Jaideep Anil Pradhan, Senior Vice President, Operations & Country Head, Philippines, ExlService Philippines, Inc.
“This initiative will equip individuals with in-demand skills, provide access to jobs in a fast-growing sector and create opportunities for our employees to share their knowledge and skills with underserved communities in the Philippines. The program will focus on professional skills like critical thinking and collaboration, building a diverse pipeline of entry-level Cloud talent,” said Satyajit Gupta, Vice President, Assistant General Counsel and Head of India Legal, Global Head of CSR at EXL.
“We’re grateful to EXL for helping us reach more learners and we’re excited to launch this program with them. Our vision at Edukasyon.ph is to ensure that Filipino learners gain access to quality education and this partnership is one of the key steps in ensuring that that vision becomes a reality” said Grace David, CEO, Edukasyon.ph
“India takes great pride in collaborating with the Philippines as we extend our partnership to empower the youth with digital literacy and Cloud Practitioner skills. Joining forces with Edukasyon.ph, we aim to create a global impact, fostering sustainable careers and enabling the less fortunate to shine in the Filipino corporate arena. As an emerging Workforce Development platform, we extend a hand of kinship to Filipino nationals, building a prosperous future for both nations. We are grateful to EXL for their continued trust and belief in our partnership.” – Girish Singhania, Founder & CEO of EduBridge
Through curated educational content and modules, such programs will aim to equip learners with crucial future skills. This innovative approach presents an opportunity to bridge the skill gap across Philippines and empower Filipino learners for success in the job market.