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Magic Bus India Foundation Is Now Great Place To Work Certified 4th Time in a Row

 Magic Bus India Foundation has been Great Place To Work® Certified™ in India for the fourth time in a row. The Certification speaks volumes about its commitment to fostering an exceptional workplace culture. This Certification reinforces the foundation’s dedication to creating an environment where employees feel valued, respected, and proud to be a part of the organisation.

Great Place To Work is the global authority on workplace culture. Since 1992, they have surveyed more than 100 million employees worldwide and used those deep insights to define what makes a great workplace: trust. Their employee survey platform empowers leaders with the feedback, real-time reporting, and insights they need to make strategic people decisions.

Speaking about the achievement, Mr. Jayant Rastogi, Global CEO, Magic Bus India Foundation said, “We are honoured to receive Great Place to Work® Certification for the fourth consecutive year. This achievement is a testament to Magic Bus’ commitment to cultivating an extraordinary workplace environment for our people. We are deeply committed to building a culture of purpose and trust, where all our people feel valued, empowered, and inspired to make a difference. It is a tribute to the collective efforts of our team members, who consistently strive for an inclusive and supportive working environment where everyone thrives.”

This remarkable achievement becomes even more special when considering the inspiring work being done by the foundation. We continue our journey to create high impact and drive innovation in India within the development sector, helping transform millions of lives through our programmes. Its commitment to innovation is evident in its adoption of automated and institutionalised approaches, further enhancing its ability to scale and reach more beneficiaries efficiently.

Over the past 25 years, Magic Bus has expanded its reach to 24 states across India, engaging with numerous communities. The organisation has impacted over 30 lakh adolescents since 1999, equipping them with life skills to achieve school, life, and work outcomes. The organisation has also placed over 3.7 lakh youths in employment, providing them with transferable life and employability skills, and connecting them to sustainable livelihood opportunities.

At Magic Bus India Foundation, our people are at the heart of everything we do. This Certification reaffirms our steadfast commitment to fostering a workplace culture that celebrates diversity, nurtures collaboration, and prioritises the well-being of our employees as they go out there and make a difference. This recognition is a testament to our commitment to fostering a culture where every team member is valued, supported, and empowered. We are incredibly proud of this Certification, and the credit goes entirely to our employees. Their dedication, passion, and commitment have been instrumental in building the incredible work culture we have here at Magic Bus.”, said Ms. Monika Bawa, CHRO, Magic Bus India Foundation.

By combining a culture of excellence in the workplace and pioneering efforts in social impact, Magic Bus India Foundation stands as a beacon of inspiration and impact in the nonprofit sector.

About Great Place to Work:

Backed by 30 years of data, Great Place To Work is the global authority on workplace culture. Through its proprietary For All™ Model and Trust Index™ Survey, it gives organizations the recognition and tools to create a consistently positive employee experience. Its mission is to help every place become a great place to work for all, driving business growth, improving lives, and empowering communities. Through globally recognized and coveted Great Place To Work Certification and highly competitive Best Workplaces™ Lists, Great Place To Work enables employers to attract and retain talent, benchmark company culture, and increase revenue. Its platform enables leaders to truly capture, analyze and understand the experience of every employee, and compare outcomes with data collected from more than 100 million employees in 150 countries worldwide.

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About Magic Bus India Foundation:

Magic Bus India Foundation is one of the leading NGOs in the education and skilling space in India. Over 25 years, the organisation has established its presence across 23 states and UTs of India. Magic Bus works with young people from underserved communities between the age group of 12 to 25 years, providing them with life skills and employability skills. The NGO offers two distinct life skills programmes – the Adolescent programme and Livelihood Programme.

The Adolescent Programme is designed to empower adolescents (12-18yrs) with life skills and education enhancement, ensuring they complete their secondary education. The organisation has established an impressive network of 335 Community Learning Centres (CLCs) and has partnered with 8 state Governments. The Livelihood Programme equips youths (18-25 years) with transferable skills that enhance their employability and enable them to enter the sustainable workforce. Magic Bus has established 117 Livelihood Centers, 1052+ college partnerships, and multiple Entrepreneurship Incubation Centers to support aspiring entrepreneurs from underserved communities.

Over the past 25 years, Magic Bus has empowered over 30 lakh adolescents and 3.7 lakh youth, enabling their transition from childhood to livelihood.