Hyderabad, December 06th 2022: Learning Links Foundation (LLF) has successfully concluded the first skills program for Telangana aerospace manufacturing sector exclusively for People with Disabilities (PWDs). As part of the Learn and Earn initiative, this unique youth skilling program is supported by Boeing and Tata Boeing Aerospace Limited (TBAL).
A first batch of 17 trainees, with speech and hearing impairment and locomotive disabilities, have undergone classroom training, followed by on-the-job training at TBAL. The curriculum focussed on developing skills in archiving, maintenance, inspection, stores, and safety audit domains for Foreign Object Debris (FOD) in the aerospace manufacturing sector. The program structure provided the trainees with soft skills and a deep learning experience, which they can leverage to secure employment opportunities with various aerospace manufacturing Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) operating in Telangana. Upon completion of the training, all the trainees have been offered employment by TBAL.The ceremony was held in the presence of Sir Michael Arthur (President Boeing International), Brendon Nelson (President, Boeing Australia), Scott Drach (Vice President HR, Boeing International).
, Ajay Sharma (Director HR, Boeing India), Laura Legra (Chief of Staff, Boeing International), Praveena Yagnambhat (Chief of Staff & BGE Lead, Boeing India & South Asia) from Boeing and other dignitaries from the two companies. “Boeing is working closely with LLF and our Indian partners to help skill and develop the local aerospace and defence ecosystem, to support the vision of Skill India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat,” said Salil Gupte, President, Boeing India. “Through the years, we have invested in building partnerships within the Indian aerospace ecosystem to build capabilities which can further our vision of equity, diversity, inclusion and beyond,” he added.
“At Tata Advanced Systems (TASL), we strive to build a fair and supportive environment that facilitates people from varied backgrounds in pursuing a meaningful career. We believe, such efforts through strategic actions will not only advance diversity & inclusion for differently abled, but it will also create a pool of job opportunities in the aerospace and defence industry..” – said a TASL Spokespers.
“At Learning Links Foundation, we are committed to fostering purpose and progress in learners by kindling the spirit of lifelong learning. Learn & Earn Program is a true embodiment of our vision and it is fulfilling to see how it has been a life-altering milestone in the lives of course participants,” said Ms. Nuriya Ansari, Managing Partner, Learning Links Foundation.
