Upfront

Join us tomorrow (2nd August 2024) at 11:30am at ‘Being UpFront' conversation where our esteemed panelists will dive deep with us to explore solutions and approaches for a thriving workforce. The session will be moderated by Shaonli Chakraborty (She/Her) to explore effective strategies to support and improve worker wellbeing. Meet our panelists: Bharti Birla | Lakshmi M Bhatia | Suhela Khan | Sheena Kanwar I Rana Alok Singh

𝐁𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐩𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭 - 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐞𝐬! Join us in the "Being Upfront" conversation where we engage with workforces and experts to discover unconventional stories and solutions for a Thriving new-age Workforce & their wellbeing. We hope to discuss and gain valuable insights, address challenges and brainstorm scalable solutions. Your voice matters, so get ready to participate through interactive polls. Learn how to get involved and support existing solutions. Worker Wellbeing is crucial for the nation and its economy. Be part of the 'Being Upfront' conversation! Register (http://bit.ly/CSI2024-Reg) now to attend! Find the detailed agenda here (http://bit.ly/3zZ3jCs). Swasti | Vrutti -Livelihood Impact Partners | Catalyst Management Services | GREEN Foundation | Community Action Collab | Fuzhio Health and Business Services #socialimpact #CSI2024 #workforcewellbeing

The UNFPA's policy paper underscores the importance of integrating Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) into workplace policies to increase women's participation, which is currently around 20% in India. The private sector can lead this change by adopting gender-sensitive recruitment practices, fostering inclusive cultures, and investing in women's leadership.   Shaonli Chakraborty (She/Her), CEO of Upfront, recognises that to fully harness the potential of India's female workforce, a multifaceted approach is required. This involves integrating SRHR into workplace policies, strengthening the care economy, and expanding social protection in collaboration with private sector and civil society stakeholders.    Read here to know strategies that can be employed: https://bit.ly/4feu9GD United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) #WomenEmpowerment #Upfront #InclusiveGrowth

In India, only 27% of the population is financially literate(https://bit.ly/4cMFDQ6), meaning one in five Indians is equipped with the skills to manage one of the most crucial aspects of their wellbeing. Financial literacy lays the foundation for effective financial management, while digital #financialliteracy, with its focus on online transactions and accessing social security and investment options, broadens the scope for improved financial management. Financially uneducated individuals are more prone to debt traps, poor investment choices, and financial scams, hindering wealth accumulation and asset building. Promoting knowledge on the foundations of financial and digital financial literacy is therefore essential to empowering the workforce, reducing financial vulnerabilities, and fostering #economicgrowth. Using adult learning techniques and a multi-pronged approach, Upfront is dedicated to raising awareness and facilitating access to digital financial services for the workforce to support them in their journey towards financial independence. Join us in creating a digital financial landscape that is more inclusive and empowering. https://upfront.global/ #DigitalLiteracy #financialinclusion

In India, financial inclusion remains a critical goal, especially for women. Nearly 20% of women in India do not have a bank account, and among those who do, many still lack access to savings and credit. Financial inclusion is essential not only for personal empowerment but also for economic growth and poverty alleviation. According to the Global Findex Database 2021, women and the poor are more likely to lack proof of identity, a mobile phone, or reside far from a bank branch, significantly limiting their access to financial services. These challenges are compounded by limited access to digital financial literacy, technology, and information, further hindering financial empowerment. Addressing these gaps requires a multi-faceted approach that tailors solutions to specific contexts and adopts comprehensive learning methods with gender-specific targets. Upfront is dedicated to providing comprehensive programs to equip women with the necessary tools to enhance their financial and digital financial literacy. These programs cover a wide range of topics, including online banking, secure mobile payments, and accessing social security schemes and financial services. By offering these resources, Upfront is making significant strides in breaking down the barriers to #financialinclusion. Their efforts empower women with sustainable financial tools that not only enhance economic empowerment but also challenge discriminatory social norms that hinder access to finance. https://upfront.global/ World Benchmarking Alliance | Ministry of Labour & Employment, Governme | UN Women | Fuzhio Health and Business Services | Vrutti -Livelihood Impact Partners | Swasti | Community Action Collab | Catalyst Management Services #DigitalLiteracy #WomenEmpowerment #EconomicGrowth