Wadhwani Foundation

CREATING JOBS.
CHANGING LIVES.

Our mission is to accelerate job growth in emerging economies and enable millions to earn a family-sustaining wage and lead a dignified life.

OUR INITIATIVES

Five pathways to unlock economic opportunity at scale.

Built for Impact. Designed for Scale.

Discover the approach, leadership and global network behind our work across emerging economies.

Our Approach

Enable independent local non-profit organizations to design, deliver, and scale high-impact programs through philanthropy, strategic partnerships, and AI-powered technology.

Our Founder

Entrepreneur. Visionary. Philanthropist.
Few of the many hats he dons.
Meet Dr. Romesh Wadhwani.

Our Global Network

A talented network of independent local organizations and dedicated professionals working together to advance our shared mission in communities around the world.

Our Global Network, United by a Shared Mission

Independent local organizations advancing the Wadhwani Foundation mission across countries and communities worldwide.

Impact in Action

Real stories. Measurable outcomes. Lasting change.

Mrinal Narain

Student Venture: Numo Uno

Liftoff by Wadhwani Foundation is a game-changer for startups. The support and opportunities it provides are instrumental in paving the way for future unicorns to emerge.

Amrit Tiwari

Head of Investment Management, IIM Lucknow Enterprise Incubation Centre

Umesh Jagwani

Founder, Nature Rich Food and Xinng Foods

Prof. H. Sudarsana Rao

Vice Chancellor, JNTU Anantapur

1IM Nagpur-NEN IGNITE Program enhances entrepreneurial skills and prepares you for worst case scenarios.

Rutuja Sahane

Co-founder, Triamp Motors

Komal Kurne

GDA Facilitator - Tata Strive, Mumbai

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