Symbiosis Skills and Professional University launched Asia’s first UNESCO Chair dedicated to gender inclusion and skill development, empowering women through advanced education, research, and employment opportunities.

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• Symbiosis Skills and Professional University in Pune introduced Asia’s first UNESCO Chair focused on gender inclusion and future-oriented skill development.
• The initiative was launched in partnership with UNESCO during the international conference on women leading future workforce transformation.
• The Chair promotes women’s empowerment through research, advanced technical education, and employment pathways for underprivileged girls and women.
• More than 10,000 girls have been trained in robotics, automation, semiconductors, defence technology, and advanced manufacturing sectors.
• Industry-integrated training programmes ensured successful job placements for participants in high-growth and emerging employment sectors.
• Under Dr Swati Mujumdar’s leadership, the programme strengthens women’s representation in technical industries through practical learning frameworks.
• The initiative positions India as a global leader in inclusive skill development, gender equality, and future workforce innovation.