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- Business Standard
Quest Global and IEEE India support women engineering students and returning women engineers through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives
PRNewswire Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 2: Quest Global, a leading global product engineering services company, has extended its strategic collaboration with IEEE, the world's largest technical professional organization advancing technology for humanity, in India to provide opportunities for female engineers through its advancing women in engineering initiative. Now in its third year, this strategic collaboration continues to deliver meaningful impact through two key Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives - the Women in Engineering (WIE) Scholarship Program and the Returning Women Engineers Program (RWEP). To date, the IEEE WIE Scholarship Program has benefited 790+ Women students from three Indian states, that is, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Kerala, and is aiming to support 200+, including students from underserved communities who aim to get admission to Engineering after the 12th standard this year. The program offers a comprehensive development platform, including financial aid, technical courses through IEEE's Blended Learning Program, industry-led learning sessions, mentorship, placement support, and professional networking opportunities. Eligibility is based on academic performance, with applicants required to have a minimum of 60%, and preference given to candidates from Underserved Communities. The program is already yielding positive outcomes: 100+ students have successfully secured employment, with placement support ongoing for other participants. "Quest Global is proud to continue our partnership with IEEE India in advancing equitable access to engineering education and careers for women in India," said Cheryl Rodness, Global Head of Brand, Quest Global. "We are dedicated to enabling women to become leaders and innovators in this field because we believe in the transformative power of engineering." Srikanth Chandrasekaran, Country Head, IEEE India Operations, highlighted the importance of collaboration, stating, "We sincerely thank Quest Global for their continued support in empowering over 1,000 people through Women in Engineering initiatives across three states in India. Moving forward, IEEE is committed to expanding this impact to reach all states, fostering a truly inclusive engineering ecosystem nationwide." Complementing the scholarship initiative, the Returning Women Engineers Program (RWEP) is designed to help women professionals re-enter the workforce after career breaks. Developed by IEEE India and funded by Quest Global, the program provides training in both technical and soft skills, along with career preparation, interview coaching, resume building, and mentorship support. About IEEE IEEE is the world's largest technical professional organization and is a public charity dedicated to advancing technology for the benefit of humanity. Through its highly cited publications, conferences, technology standards, and professional and educational activities, IEEE is the trusted voice in a wide variety of areas ranging from aerospace systems, computers, and telecommunications to biomedical engineering, electric power, and consumer electronics. Learn more at IEEE India Operations Center was established in 2010 with a focus on standards, technical activities, membership development, Education, philanthropy initiatives, business development, and support for digital library customers. IEEE India is developing educational programs under the umbrella of the IEEE Blended Learning Program, focused on training and skills development. IEEE India Philanthropy (IIP) supports the IEEE core purpose of transforming lives through the power of technology and education with generosity of internal (within IEEE) and external donors. About Quest Global At Quest Global, it's not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. We're in the business of engineering, but what we are really creating is a brighter future. For over 25 years, we've been solving the world's most complex engineering problems. Operating in over 17 countries, with over 83 global delivery centers, our 21,000+ curious minds embrace the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Using a multi-dimensional approach, combining technology, industry expertise, and diverse talents, we tackle critical challenges faster and more effectively. And we do it across the Aerospace & Defense, Automotive, Energy, Hi-Tech, MedTech & Healthcare, Rail and Semiconductor industries. For world-class end-to-end engineering solutions, we are your trusted partner.
Malaysian Reserve
a day ago
- Malaysian Reserve
Quest Global and IEEE India support women engineering students and returning women engineers through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives
Reaching 1000 females through WIE Scholarship and RWE Program BENGALURU, India, July 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Quest Global, a leading global product engineering services company, has extended its strategic collaboration with IEEE, the world's largest technical professional organization advancing technology for humanity, in India to provide opportunities for female engineers through its advancing women in engineering initiative. Now in its third year, this strategic collaboration continues to deliver meaningful impact through two key Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives – the Women in Engineering (WIE) Scholarship Program and the Returning Women Engineers Program (RWEP). To date, the IEEE WIE Scholarship Program has benefited 790+ Women students from three Indian states, that is, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Kerala, and is aiming to support 200+, including students from underserved communities who aim to get admission to Engineering after the 12th standard this year. The program offers a comprehensive development platform, including financial aid, technical courses through IEEE's Blended Learning Program, industry-led learning sessions, mentorship, placement support, and professional networking opportunities. Eligibility is based on academic performance, with applicants required to have a minimum of 60%, and preference given to candidates from Underserved Communities. The program is already yielding positive outcomes: 100+ students have successfully secured employment, with placement support ongoing for other participants. 'Quest Global is proud to continue our partnership with IEEE India in advancing equitable access to engineering education and careers for women in India,' said Cheryl Rodness, Global Head of Brand, Quest Global. 'We are dedicated to enabling women to become leaders and innovators in this field because we believe in the transformative power of engineering.' Srikanth Chandrasekaran, Country Head, IEEE India Operations, highlighted the importance of collaboration, stating, 'We sincerely thank Quest Global for their continued support in empowering over 1,000 people through Women in Engineering initiatives across three states in India. Moving forward, IEEE is committed to expanding this impact to reach all states, fostering a truly inclusive engineering ecosystem nationwide.' Complementing the scholarship initiative, the Returning Women Engineers Program (RWEP) is designed to help women professionals re-enter the workforce after career breaks. Developed by IEEE India and funded by Quest Global, the program provides training in both technical and soft skills, along with career preparation, interview coaching, resume building, and mentorship support. About IEEE IEEE is the world's largest technical professional organization and is a public charity dedicated to advancing technology for the benefit of humanity. Through its highly cited publications, conferences, technology standards, and professional and educational activities, IEEE is the trusted voice in a wide variety of areas ranging from aerospace systems, computers, and telecommunications to biomedical engineering, electric power, and consumer electronics. Learn more at IEEE India Operations Center was established in 2010 with a focus on standards, technical activities, membership development, Education, philanthropy initiatives, business development, and support for digital library customers. IEEE India is developing educational programs under the umbrella of the IEEE Blended Learning Program, focused on training and skills development. IEEE India Philanthropy (IIP) supports the IEEE core purpose of transforming lives through the power of technology and education with generosity of internal (within IEEE) and external donors. About Quest Global At Quest Global, it's not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. We're in the business of engineering, but what we are really creating is a brighter future. For over 25 years, we've been solving the world's most complex engineering problems. Operating in over 17 countries, with over 83 global delivery centers, our 21,000+ curious minds embrace the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Using a multi-dimensional approach, combining technology, industry expertise, and diverse talents, we tackle critical challenges faster and more effectively. And we do it across the Aerospace & Defense, Automotive, Energy, Hi-Tech, MedTech & Healthcare, Rail and Semiconductor industries. For world-class end-to-end engineering solutions, we are your trusted partner. Logo: View original content:
Ya Biladi
2 days ago
- Ya Biladi
Morocco champions human rights in business at UN event in Geneva
مدة القراءة: 3' For Habib Belkouch, Interministerial Delegate for Human Rights (DIDH), Morocco's participation in the forum aims to «expand the circle of stakeholders in the human rights project» by fully integrating businesses. He emphasized that this topic, now central to United Nations debates, is part of ongoing discussions around a binding international treaty on business and human rights. According to Belkouch, «Morocco brings to Geneva the conclusions of the Morocco-Africa Forum in Marrakech», recently held to help forge a common approach between Africa and the Arab world. He outlined three key pillars of Moroccan policy: - Protecting workers' rights, through a new law on the right to strike, described as «a balanced law that protects both workers and business interests». - Combating child labor, reaffirming that «a child's rightful place is in school». - Promoting gender parity in corporate governance, with legal targets of 30% women on company boards by 2024 and 40% by 2027. CGEM at the Forefront Representing the General Confederation of Moroccan Enterprises (CGEM), Youssef Alaoui noted that 95% of the Moroccan private sector is made up of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). With over 90,000 members, CGEM has become a key player in social dialogue and economic governance. Since 2007, it has developed governance codes tailored to companies of all sizes, recently reinforced by an annual barometer for responsible governance. On the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) front, CGEM has awarded more than 150 Corporate Social Responsibility labels, now recognized at the European level through the Responsibility Europe network. A dedicated Responsible SME label has also been launched to support smaller businesses. On the social side, Alaoui praised the structured tripartite dialogue between the government, trade unions, and employers, which has led to a 20% increase in the minimum wage over the past six years. The constitutional right to strike is now regulated by a 2024 law that guarantees both union freedom and the right to work. Advancing Gender Parity in Governance Another key achievement, according to Alaoui—who also chairs the CGEM group in the Chamber of Advisors—is the extension of mandatory health insurance to 86% of the population, backed by a public contribution of 35 billion dirhams. CGEM has also launched a Social Academy, which has already trained over 100 managers in conflict prevention and collective bargaining, 42% of them women. Highlighting the link between diversity, economic performance, and sustainability, Alaoui called for a shift in mindset where women's representation in leadership is no longer symbolic but seen as a true growth driver. «Some companies already have 50 to 60% women in their governance structures», he noted. He also highlighted that child labor in Morocco has been reduced by 90% over the past two decades, dropping from 600,000 in 1999 to fewer than 60,000 today. Anti-child labor clauses, he added, will be integrated into CSR frameworks, especially in high-risk sectors like agriculture, construction, and textiles. International Recognition UN representatives praised Morocco's efforts. Pernille Fenger, Director of the UN Population Fund (UNFPA) office in Geneva, commended the quality of strategic dialogue with the Moroccan government, particularly on gender equality and reproductive rights, with a focus on youth, women, and people with disabilities. Olga Nilova, a specialist in the UNDP's Business and Human Rights program, applauded Morocco for convening more than 300 participants, from governments, businesses, unions, and NGOs, and reaffirmed the UNDP's support for implementing the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights. Through this high-level event, Morocco sought to present a model that reconciles economic development, social inclusion, and human rights—a complex challenge, but one rooted in a clear vision: a private sector that drives transformation in the service of shared prosperity.
