extend culture
The Power of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Higher Education
Why Extend?(Ecosystem Impact & Supply Chain Inclusion)
Sustainable Business Ecosystem Strategies
Develop workplace frameworks that promote culture-first vendor and supplier engagement
Scaling MSMEs & Startups Through Workplace Innovation
Helping small businesses build thriving, inclusive workplaces that fuel long-term business growth
Policy Consulting & Industry Advocacy
Shaping workplace governance frameworks that support resilient, future-ready organizations
Strengthening Business Networks
Fostering supplier diversity, SME inclusion, and cross-industry collaboration to drive long-term workforce transformation
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential elements of a thriving academic community.
Enhance critical thinking
Improved academic outcomes
Better preparation for
the workforce
Improved employer
reputation
Transform Your Institution With Our DEI Programs
Partner with Avtar to benefit from the expertise and experience of our DEI
Consultants
to create a more diverse and inclusive learning environment.
Bridge the gap with our training programs
Elevate the HR curriculum
Lead the way in DEI with Avtar's Most Equitable Educational Institutions in India (MEI) Study
Who can apply ?
Our programs are open to universities, colleges, and vocational schools in India. We encourage all institutions, regardless of their domain, size or location, to participate in the study and demonstrate their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education.
Our impact
Workshops
Engaging with students through events
Avtar leaders have delivered address on various topics on DEI in institutions like IIT Bombay, IIM Bodhgaya, KJ Somaiya Institute of Management and Thiagaraja Institute of Management.
Partnership with education institutions through conferences
Avtar Insights
Extensive media spotlight on Top Cities for Women in India 2025 Report
The release of Avtar’s 2025 Top Cities for Women in India (TCWI) study garnered extensive media coverage across leading publications in multiple languages. Top Cities for Women in India or TCWI study is a call for organizations and policymakers to come together in creating inclusive and safe urban spaces. This initiative is a spotlight on
AI, Data and the Future of ESG Measurement
For years, ESG measurement had been a challenge with inconsistent data, manual work, and reporting what is available. ESG has now entered a new phase where AI and data infrastructure make the reporting a forward looking intelligent capability that informs strategy, risk and growth. AI as we all will agree does not replace human judgement
Avtar Celebrates 25 Years of Building Inclusive Workplaces
Avtar Silver Jubilee Celebrations 2025 have made headlines across leading media outlets. Avtar’s legacy spanning over 2 decades boasts of a beautiful journey of navigating recruitment cycles to shaping workplace culture across the nation. This journey has always been about turning intent into meaningful progress. This event reflected a deep appreciation for Avtar’s enduring contribution