Diageo India partners with TSL Foundation to train 200 young women for the hospitality industry

Diageo India (United Spirits Ltd) Partners with TSL Foundation to train 200 young women under its ‘Learning for Life’ programme. The training center in Bhondsi, Gurgaon was inaugurated in the presence of Gaurav Singh, Additional CEO, Haryana State CSR Trust, Government of Haryana along with members from Diageo India and TSL Foundation team.

 The employability linked training programme will be conducted in collaboration with the Government of Haryana to build awareness to upskill and empower young women. This initiative is aligned to Diageo India’s commitment to championing Inclusion and Diversity, a key pillar of Diageo’s Society 2030: Spirit of Progress goals.

 The two-month long training programme will include theory classes, on-job training and simulations in front office set up at the training center, activity-based learning, projects and periodic assessments, guest faculty lectures and interview preparation sessions for successful placements. Students will receive National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) or equivalent government certification post completion of the programme and meeting the assessment criteria.

 Gaurav Singh, Additional CEO, Haryana State CSR Trust, Government of Haryana said,"This Skill Development Center will be a blessing for our young women, offering essential skills to thrive in major institutions. Many aspiring professionals lack access to foundational training, and this initiative by Diageo India and TSL Foundation bridges that gap.”

 “We plan to expand this center, providing invaluable training and placement support from industry leaders like Ramada and Radisson, helping candidates secure positions in top-tier organisations,” he said.

 Navdeep Singh Mehram, VP- CSR & Sustainability, Diageo India said, “Our partnership with TSL Foundation, is driven by a common goal to create a diverse workforce in the hospitality sector.  Together, we aim to empower 200 young women with the skills to become self-reliant, thereby contributing to the economic development of the country.”

 Apoorva Sharma, Director- TSL Foundation, said, “We are thrilled to collaborate with Diageo India whose dedication towards inclusive development is exemplary. In collaboration with the Government of Haryana we will educate and raise awareness on upskilling young women and supporting a thriving hospitality sector. Post completion of the programme, we will offer support for internships and employment opportunities.”

 Over the years, Diageo has initiated multiple initiatives across NCR region including Water, Sanitation and Hygiene projects, programmes for Skilling Persons with Disability and promoting responsible consumption.