Diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential elements of a thriving academic community.
Our programs can help universities and colleges break down
barriers and biases, and create a welcoming and inclusive campus
culture, where all members at the institution feel valued and
supported.
Enhance critical thinking
Improved academic outcomes
Better preparation for
the workforce
Improved employer
reputation
Transform Your Institution With Our DEI Programs
Partner with Avtar to benefit from the expertise and experience of our DEI
Consultants
to create a more diverse and inclusive learning environment.
Bridge the gap with our training programs
Designed to develop the skills and
knowledge required to build more inclusive
and equitable communities. Our programs
are tailored to meet the unique needs of
each institution and can cover a variety of
topics, such as sensitization, implicit bias.
Elevate the HR curriculum
An elective course providing students with
the opportunity to gain a deeper
understanding of diversity, equity, and
inclusion in the workplace. Upon
completion, students will receive
certification from Avtar Inc.
Lead the way in DEI with Avtar's Most Equitable Educational Institutions in India (MEI) Study
Our flagship program, the study is
designed to help institutions identify areas
where they can improve their DEI practices
and develop strategies to create a more
inclusive and equitable campus
environment.
Who can apply ?
Our programs are open to universities, colleges, and vocational schools in India. We encourage all institutions, regardless of their domain, size or location, to participate in the study and demonstrate their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education.
Our impact
Workshops
Avtar team had conducted a session on “Demystifying Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” for Great lakes Institute of Management, Chennai. In addition, we have conducted sessions in DEI over HR forums like NHDRN Bhubaneshwar and NIPM Kerala where we had a mix of students and professionals attending the same.
We are conducting a MDP on “DEI – Poster to Action” in collaboration with BIMTECH Noida for MSME organizations, start-ups and public sector enterprises on 6th & 7th June 2023.
Engaging with students through events
We had partnered with IIM Bodhgaya for their flagship event Youth Entrepreneurship Summit 2023. Avtar sponsored a case-study on the topic “Building conducive workplace for women in Indian MSMEs”. We had solutions ranging from a rating system for MSMEs to detailed assessment on the working conditions in MSMEs for women.
Avtar leaders have delivered address on various topics on DEI in institutions like IIT Bombay, IIM Bodhgaya, KJ Somaiya Institute of Management and Thiagaraja Institute of Management.
Avtar leaders have delivered address on various topics on DEI in institutions like IIT Bombay, IIM Bodhgaya, KJ Somaiya Institute of Management and Thiagaraja Institute of Management.
Diversathon – We had conducted a paper presentation event for students on the theme of “Creating Inclusive Campuses” as part of Diversity Mahotsav in the month of Dec 2022.
Partnership with education institutions through conferences
Avtar was empanelled as “Inclusivity Partner” for the Women in Leadership Conclave hosted by G Narayanamma Institute of Technology, one of the leading technology institutes for women in India. As part of the same, we had 2 of our Avtar Ambassadors addressing the august audience comprising of together 100+ women leaders (Ambassadors/Consulars, Academicians, Actors, Economists, Senior Bureaucrats, Entrepreneurs, Climate Activists, Authors, Designers, Artists, Corporate Leaders, Ministers, Women Public Representatives-MLAs/MPs)
Avtar is empanelled as an Inclusivity Partner for the International Conference on Technology, Inclusion, Entrepreneurship and Sustainability TIES 2023, hosted by Vivekananda Institute of Management Studies and Research.
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