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The Virtusa Foundation, the corporate social responsibility (CSR) arm of Virtusa Corporation, has undertaken an initiative at Lady Willingdon Higher Secondary School in Chennai to offer future-ready education. In alignment with its commitment to education, environment, and empowerment, the initiative is implemented in partnership with the Government of Tamil Nadu's Namma School Namma Ooru Palli program. The partnership focuses on creating advanced science laboratory facilities and improving school infrastructure to support student health and learning outcomes.
Serving students from neighborhoods like Mylapore, Kannagi Nagar, Sathya Nagar, and Perumbakkam, Lady Willingdon Higher Secondary School has been a stepping stone for generations of learners, many of them the first in their families to complete school. And despite limited resources, it’s continued to show up for its students year after year. The structural transformation marks a pivotal moment in the school's journey, reinforcing our belief in empowering future-ready students through purpose-led engineering.
"By enhancing STEM infrastructure, we equip students to explore, innovate, and develop critical problem-solving skills."
At the heart of this initiative lies a comprehensive infrastructure upgrade:
- A new 6,600 sq. ft. facility houses advanced Biology, Chemistry, and Physics labs, creating a STEM-ready learning environment. These classrooms are designed to foster immersive, hands-on learning and strengthen students' real-world problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- A new 4,600 sq. ft. kitchen and dining hall provide a clean, modern space where students can enjoy nutritious meals in a safe and dignified setting.
These changes aren't just structural; they reflect a philosophy of equity-driven design. From lab counters to safety systems, each detail is built to ensure safety, inclusivity, and usability for students and faculty alike.
Key benefits of the initiative:
- STEM lab space for immersive, practical science education
- Hygienic kitchen-cum-dining area promoting student well-being
- Improved enrollment and reduced drop-out rates through enhanced facilities
- Hands-on learning that builds problem-solving and innovation skills
"Education is transformative. This initiative strengthens our mission to bridge gaps and empower young minds."
Lady Willingdon HSS now provides a stronger support system for its students, many of whom are first-generation learners. With access to academic infrastructure and daily nutrition within the same space, students are better positioned to attend regularly, stay engaged, and imagine a brighter future. This transformation reflects a shared commitment to holistic education, showing what's possible when communities unite to create spaces that support every part of a child's growth.
Recognition for Virtusa's sustainability program
Virtusa is committed to reducing our environmental footprint, achieving a net-zero future, and fostering inclusive communities. This commitment is reflected in our achievements, including (a) Our CDP A-ratings for climate change disclosure for 2021-2023, (b) our EcoVadis Gold medal (2023-2024), and (c) Recent validation of its greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).
This validation, encompassing Scopes 1, 2, and 3 emissions, highlights Virtusa's unwavering commitment to addressing climate change.
The Virtusa Foundation
At Virtusa, we believe technology can change the world, and we are empowering our employees to do just that. Through the Virtusa Foundation, we connect Virtusans with a spark for doing good with non-government organizations needing support.
We focus on socially relevant causes, including education, empowerment of marginalized communities, rural sports, environmental sustainability, technology incubation with academic institutions, protection of the national heritage, art and culture, and more.