As International Women’s Day approaches, Sunstone, a leading higher education startup, is taking a bold step towards empowering women through education and inclusive workplace policies. To mark this occasion, Sunstone is celebrating Women’s Day for a week, starting from March 8th, to recognize and celebrate the contribution of female graduates in education, industry, and society.
Over the past five years, Sunstone has been instrumental in uplifting the lives of over 3000+ female students across the country. The company’s mission to provide equal opportunities in education is reflected in its unwavering support for female students. To date, Sunstone has disbursed over Rs 10Cr in scholarships to girls enrolled in its programs, with the invaluable support of women leaders among its investors, campus partners, hiring partners, and workforce.
Sunstone is proud to have a majority women’s workforce and has always prioritized the well-being and growth of its women employees through inclusive and supportive policies.
In celebration of Women’s Day, Sunstone is delighted to announce a special scholarship for female students. From March 8th to March 15th, every girl who wishes to embark on her graduation or post-graduation journey at a Sunstone-powered campus will be eligible for an additional 20% scholarship over and above the existing scholarships.
Mr. Ankur Jain, Co-Founder & CBO of Sunstone, expressed, “We believe that educating a woman means educating a family, and with this announcement, Sunstone reaffirms its commitment to empowering women through education and creating an inclusive environment that fosters their growth and success. As technological change accelerates, Sunstone remains committed to equipping graduates with in-demand skill sets that meet India’s growing needs.”
Sunstone’s initiatives towards gender equality and women’s empowerment exemplify its vision of creating a more equitable society, where every individual has access to quality education and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
