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𝐖𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝟖! NuSocia proudly celebrates 8 years of innovation, growth and collaboration. In these 8 years, we've worked alongside incredible organizations, communities, and changemakers to create solutions that make a lasting difference. From empowering underserved communities to advocating for sustainable development, we’re committed to shaping a more equitable and inclusive world. A huge thank you to our passionate team, partners, and clients who have trusted us on this journey. Together, we’ve achieved so much – and the future holds even more opportunities to create lasting impact. Here’s to 8 years of impact and an infinite future of transformation! Manju Menon,Ph.D. | Amol Dhakane | Aviral Apurva

Imagine the weight of a cancer diagnosis—now imagine that weight compounded by the fear of treatment costs, long wait times, and uncertainty about accessing quality care. For many, this is the harsh reality. On March 10th, 2025, my colleagues Amol Dhakane, Mohammad Faizan and I had the opportunity of presenting the findings of the impact assessment study of three cancer care projects to the CSR committee of India’s oldest and trusted stock brokering company, highlighting how these initiatives are helping to ease the burden on patients and their families. Implemented across Maharashtra and Karnataka, these initiatives go beyond treatment—they bring hope, dignity, and survival. The projects are about- Supporting the hospital to procure diagnostic systems Advanced technology in cancer diagnostics is enabling early detection, helping hospitals and doctors accommodate more patients in OPDs, reducing waiting times, and ensuring timely intervention. Supporting head and neck cancer patients For advanced-stage cancer patients, access to treatment at private hospitals at discounted rates ensures timely and quality treatment. This prevents patients from dropping out of treatment due to financial distress and improves recovery rates. Unwavering Support for Children Full financial assistance to pediatric cancer patients covers the entire treatment cycle—from diagnostics and chemotherapy to medications and nutritional support. Additional aid, including emergency funding, central line support, and palliative care, ensures fewer dropouts and better survival outcomes for children. However, in our assessment we learned that support is needed at every stage—from diagnosis to treatment, to post-treatment care. And Continuous counseling and long-term follow-ups play a crucial role in sustaining recovery. At NuSocia, we have conducted needs and impact assessments on healthcare projects. This is my second project focused on cancer care, and it has reaffirmed an undeniable truth: "Disease doesn’t just affect the patient—it impacts entire families". The high cost of treatment often forces families into debt, selling assets, or abandoning treatment altogether. These interventions help ease financial stress, ensuring that no patient has to choose between survival and affordability. Behind every step forward, the dedicated efforts of doctors, medical social workers, hospital administrators, and implementation partners play a crucial role. Their unwavering commitment and compassion are truly commendable. These projects are thoughtful and necessary steps toward compassionate cancer care. More such initiatives are needed to create a lasting difference. hashtag #NuSocia #CSR #CancerCare #CancerSupport #PatientSupport #HealthAndWellness Photo Credit: Photo by Tara Winstead from Pexels

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 It’s not flowers, care packages, empowerment messages or pink color themes! We have the real answers. 1️⃣ 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗮𝘆 – Because pay gaps don’t just hurt women. They hurt their families. 2️⃣ 𝗙𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 – To exercise their personal and professional choices without stigma 3️⃣ 𝗔𝗰𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 – Of biases. Of glass ceilings. Of unpaid care work. 4️⃣ 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 – For their contribution to society beyond caregiving – as leaders, innovators, sportspersons, war veterans etc. This International Women’s Day, the women at NuSocia speak about stereotypes, expectations, biases and more. Read on to know what women really want! Featuring Manju Menon,Ph.D. | Monika . | Namrata Shinde | Nikita P | Nilakshi Biswas | Nisha Poojari | Rama Panchanadikar | Riteka Pothan | Ronsilla C. | Sangjukta Roy Chowdhury | Sindhu Nambiath | Tanvi Khorgade | TRUPTI VIDHATE | Vanaja A Vaidya #IWD2025

Ahead of the International Women’s Day, we turned the conversation to an often-overlooked perspective—𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀. We asked the men at NuSocia three questions about gender equality and allyship. Their responses were honest, insightful, and a reminder that these conversations matter—not just today, but every day. 𝐁𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐢𝐬𝐧'𝐭 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞—𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥. How do you define gender equality in the workplace? Share your thoughts below. 👇 #IWD2025 #WomensDay #Allyship #GenderEquality Amol Dhakane | Aviral Apurva | Mohammad Faizan | Anuj Navle

A big thank you to Digital Bharat Collaborative, a part of Piramal Foundation, for inviting Aviral Apurva, our CTO and Nilakshi Biswas, Head - NTRC, to speak at the TechSOCIAL forum on AI for Social Good. It was an incredible opportunity to engage with fellow speakers and thought leaders on how technology can drive positive change and empower communities. We're proud to be part of a growing movement where technology intersects with purpose, and we're excited to continue exploring how we can leverage AI for the greater good. Here's to more conversations, collaborations, and meaningful impact ahead! #AIForGood #SocialImpact #TechForGood #Collaboration #FutureOfTech

A culture of collaboration and open knowledge sharing is essential for driving sustainable social impact. Such resources are not just tools for operational efficiency; they are instrumental in creating long-term sustainable change. NuSocia’s engagements have contributed to laying a foundation for replicable, scalable programs that produce measurable impact. Dive into our article to see how knowledge sharing can amplify your initiatives for greater social impact. How are you leveraging collaboration to drive social change? Let's share ideas and build on what's working! #csr #KnowledgeSharing #impact #ImpactEvident #collaboration

𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐬: 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐄𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧? As businesses make commitments to water sustainability goals, it’s essential to ensure those efforts lead to lasting, measurable change. How can corporates assess the impact of their water conservation efforts? Dive into our insights to learn more! #WaterConservation #Sustainability #ESG #CSR #ImpactAssessment

The latest data from Fortune Most Powerful Women shows that only 11.6% of CEOs are women. The numbers in #India paint an even starker picture. ➡️ Just 1.6% of Fortune India 500 companies have female CEOs. ➡️ Among the 2,000 NSE-listed companies, only 100 are led by women. ➡️ When we broaden the lens to the entire C-suite, only 19% of leadership roles are held by women, lagging behind the global average of 30%—which itself is far from ideal. In his recent Forbes article, NuSocia advisor Paul Klein explores actionable strategies to foster equitable leadership and create stronger pathways for women in executive roles. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gMHWCbiQ

The 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱-𝟮𝟲 presents an opportunity for businesses, nonprofits, and policy leaders alike to reflect on how the government’s priorities will impact social change, sustainability, and inclusive growth. At NuSocia, we closely analyze how fiscal policies can create long-term positive outcomes, especially for marginalized communities. This year's budget sets a clear vision for inclusive development, encapsulated in the acronym GYAN—Gareeb (Poor), Yuva (Youth), Annadata (Farmers), and Nari (Women). Read on as we break down the key takeaways from this year’s budget and explore its implications for the social sector. #india #csr #UnionBudget #InclusiveGrowth #WomenEmpowerment #farmers #youth

In a world increasingly focused on sustainability, the leaders of tomorrow will be those who act decisively today. As India steps up its sustainability efforts, how can Indian businesses future-proof themselves? The NuSocia Sustainability Centre of Excellence and the NuSocia Translational Research Centre (NTRC) studied ESG reports of the top 98 companies across diverse sectors in India to identify 𝟱 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗦𝗚 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀. Dive into the insights to stay ahead of the curve and lead the change towards a sustainable future! 🚀🚀 #sustainability #ESG #india #SustainabilityTrends #ClimateAction #CSR