International Women’s Day 2026

#GiveToGain

When we give, we gain

International Women’s Day 2026 at Virtusa marks a significant shift in how we approach workplace culture and gender equality. Our theme for International Women’s Day 2026 is #GiveToGain. We are focused on a mindset of generosity and collaboration that recognizes the immense power of reciprocity. When people, organizations, and communities give generously, opportunities and support for women increase significantly. We view giving as intentional multiplication rather than a simple transaction.

Our objective is to foster a workplace culture where support and empowerment are actively given through mentoring, visibility, and training. We believe that when we invest in these areas, all women employees gain equal footing, growth, and recognition. This year’s International Women’s Day initiatives are all about building an environment where everyone rises together through abundant giving.

True equity requires intention. We are committed to a culture where support and visibility are actively given through mentorship and fair practices. When we invest in this way, we ensure women gain the equal footing and recognition they deserve."

 

Lori Mullane, Chief People Officer

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Leaders who gave, and gained

Our leaders share short videos and write-ups detailing specific moments when supporting women helped them grow as leaders. These personal stories illustrate how lifting others contributes to their own professional development. You can explore their thought leadership posts and video snippets to see this philosophy in action. 

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The leadership pledge

Our leaders take a formal pledge to support mentoring, sponsorship, and inclusive hiring practices. We display these commitments to ensure accountability and visibility across the organization.

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Women leadership stories

We highlight women leaders at Virtusa who have been with us for over five years and are excelling in their careers. These spotlights feature employees who go above and beyond in their teams and serve as role models for long-term success at our company. 

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Campus connect

Our teams conduct career counselling sessions for students at various campuses. We provide guidance and mentorship to help the next generation of professionals navigate their career paths with confidence.

Campus HYD event

  • 300 campus students attended the International Women’s Day 2026 – Campus Leadership Connect at Virtusa’s Hyderabad office. The event reflected high engagement and enthusiasm.

  • The session was led by Inderjeet Singh Aidhi, distinguished engineer & VP at Virtusa, who spoke on the topic “The Power of Paying It Forward: Building Confidence and Clarity in Early Careers.”

  • During the session, students received practical early-career guidance on confidence-building, technical depth, continuous learning, and leveraging mentorship — equipping them with actionable direction as they begin their professional journeys.

  • Additionally, the Leadership Connect, along with Fusion Pulse (Virtusa’s learning initiative), reinforced the importance of growth mindset, structured development, and long-term career ownership.

  • Ultimately, the event brought the global theme to life by demonstrating how sharing knowledge, mentorship, and experience empowers the next generation — proving that when leaders give forward, future professionals gain clarity and confidence.

Campus Chennai event

  • 110 campus students attended the International Women’s Day 2026 – Campus Leadership Connect at Virtusa’s Chennai office on March 9, showing strong participation and enthusiastic engagement.

  • The event, part of International Women’s Day celebrations, aligned with the global theme “Give to Gain” - highlighting the value of sharing knowledge, experiences, and mentorship.

  • DuraiMurugan Thangaraju, Vice President at Virtusa, led the session titled “The Power of Paying It Forward: Building Confidence and Clarity in Early Careers.”

  • Students gained valuable insights on building confidence in early careers, strengthening technical foundations, embracing continuous learning, and leveraging mentorship.

  • The discussion also highlighted how initiatives like Leadership Connect help students and early-career professionals develop a growth mindset, adopt structured learning, and prepare for long-term careers.

  • The interactive session enabled students to connect with leadership, ask questions, and gain practical career advice.

  • Overall, the event reinforced the spirit of “Give to Gain”, demonstrating how sharing knowledge and experiences empowers future professionals with clarity, confidence, and direction. 

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Give education, gain confidence

Virtusa is partnering with the Times Foundation to sponsor the education of 100 girls. This initiative involves conducting workshops on career guidance, digital literacy, and resume building to help young women gain confidence.

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Donate a day

Virtusa employees volunteer to donate a day or a weekend to work with school students. They conduct sessions of their choice to share skills such as teaching, coding, or design with the community.

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Ready to gain by giving?

We are looking for people who believe that success creates more success when it is shared. If you want to work in a culture where your growth is supported and your contributions make a real difference, we invite you to join us.

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