Project Outreach: A Global Initiative

The aim of Project Outreach is to make a tangible difference worldwide in the field of education… through the volunteer efforts of our associates and the financial and administrative support of our company. Progress to date includes these accomplishments:

  • U.S.
    • Junior Achievement pilot in six schools in Chicago, IL and Hartford, CT.
    • Recording for the blind and dyslexic; partnering with School for Autism.
  • UK
    • Junior Achievement / Young Enterprise, The Prince’s Trust.
    • Cognizant teams raised £7,200 and voted as having the best spirit and camaraderie during the Cap Gemini Wild Challenge.
  • India
    • School adoption programs–200+ activity-based projects completed (coaching classes, science awareness, talent competitions).
    • “TalHunt”–164 winners chosen from 5000+ students at 14 underprivileged schools in Chennai (library awarded to two schools).
    • Alumni-led Campus Engagement Program pilot with Anna University, Chennai & RVCE, Bangalore.
  • China
    • Scholarship, stationery, lab support for two schools.
 
  • "Each of us at Cognizant, in one form or another, has received the gift of a solid education, which has given us entry into the service industry, one of the best platforms within the global economy. Through the Outreach program and other CSR initiatives, we will have the opportunity to give such gifts to others."
  • Francisco D’ Souza
    CEO