Powering People's Progress

Empower Foundation works with youth, women, and informal workers from underserved communities to strengthen skills and build pathways to dignified livelihoods across India.

Empower Foundation giving certificates to women after successful training programs
Empower Foundation giving certificates to women after successful training programs
Empower Foundation giving certificates to women after successful training programs
Empower Foundation upskilling program with AU foundation
Empower Foundation upskilling program with AU foundation
Empower Foundation upskilling program with AU foundation
Empower Foundation hosting a Health Camp in partnership with Prince Pipes
Empower Foundation hosting a Health Camp in partnership with Prince Pipes
Empower Foundation hosting a Health Camp in partnership with Prince Pipes
Empower Pragati's Certification Ceremony for Mechanics under the Castrol Eklavya Initiative
Empower Pragati's Certification Ceremony for Mechanics under the Castrol Eklavya Initiative
Empower Pragati's Certification Ceremony for Mechanics under the Castrol Eklavya Initiative

Vision

To create a world where every individual, regardless of their background, is empowered to thrive and reach their fullest potential. Through our commitment to Empower Foundation works with youth, women, and informal workers from underserved communities to strengthen skills and build pathways to dignified livelihoods across India.

Mission

To uplift marginalized communities by providing them with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed. Through targeted interventions in vocational training, entrepreneurship, community development, and women empowerment, we aim to break the cycle of poverty and inequality, empowering individuals to take charge of their own futures.

Certifications

Empower Foundation operates with complete compliance and accountability. We are registered under FCRA, 12A, 80G, and CSR1, enabling us to partner with corporates, government bodies, and international donors.


We are also proud to be officially listed as a Social Entity – Not for Profit Organization on the NSE Social Stock Exchange (SSE), effective June 09, 2025. This registration recognizes our social intent, connects us to impact-driven investors, and reinforces our commitment to transparency, reporting, and measurable social impact

Our Story

Over a Decade of
Creating Impact

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55,000+ Youth Skilled

02

40,000+ Jobs linked

03

47,000+ Informal workers Up Skilled

04

2,150+ Women entrepreneurs trained

05

32,500+ People reached through awareness sessions

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18,000+ Health check-ups conducted

Leaders Who Care

Our leadership team unites experienced professionals from various sectors. Guided by our Board, we combine vision with experience to ensure projects deliver results. Our leaders engage with communities and partners to stay connected to our mission.

Rajiv Sharma

Director & Founder

Rajiv leads organizations with strategic vision. With over 25 years in senior roles at Kodak, HCL, and as CEO of Airtel, he has expertise in finance and operations. He enjoys traveling, food, and golf.

Rajiv Sharma

Director & Founder

Rajiv leads organizations with strategic vision. With over 25 years in senior roles at Kodak, HCL, and as CEO of Airtel, he has expertise in finance and operations. He enjoys traveling, food, and golf.

Rajiv Sharma

Director & Founder

Rajiv leads organizations with strategic vision. With over 25 years in senior roles at Kodak, HCL, and as CEO of Airtel, he has expertise in finance and operations. He enjoys traveling, food, and golf.

Mrinal kant Sharma

Director

He has over 12 years in skill development, leading large government and corporate programs. As COO at Empower Pragati, he designs innovative livelihood programs for youth, women, and micro-entrepreneurs in the informal sector.

Mrinal kant Sharma

Director

He has over 12 years in skill development, leading large government and corporate programs. As COO at Empower Pragati, he designs innovative livelihood programs for youth, women, and micro-entrepreneurs in the informal sector.

Mrinal kant Sharma

Director

He has over 12 years in skill development, leading large government and corporate programs. As COO at Empower Pragati, he designs innovative livelihood programs for youth, women, and micro-entrepreneurs in the informal sector.

Sanjay Bahl

Director

Sanjay has 35 years in Edtech and Telecom. He excels in creating ventures and fostering growth, partnering with industry and government for B2C, B2B, and B2G models.

Sanjay Bahl

Director

Sanjay has 35 years in Edtech and Telecom. He excels in creating ventures and fostering growth, partnering with industry and government for B2C, B2B, and B2G models.

Sanjay Bahl

Director

Sanjay has 35 years in Edtech and Telecom. He excels in creating ventures and fostering growth, partnering with industry and government for B2C, B2B, and B2G models.

Shruti Kirti Sharma

Director

Shruti has 14 years in management consulting and education. As Partnerships Lead at Generation Global, she promotes global citizenship education through partnerships in 40+ countries. She has advised on education policy and EdTech.

Shruti Kirti Sharma

Director

Shruti has 14 years in management consulting and education. As Partnerships Lead at Generation Global, she promotes global citizenship education through partnerships in 40+ countries. She has advised on education policy and EdTech.

Shruti Kirti Sharma

Director

Shruti has 14 years in management consulting and education. As Partnerships Lead at Generation Global, she promotes global citizenship education through partnerships in 40+ countries. She has advised on education policy and EdTech.

People Behind Progress

At Empower Foundation, our strength lies in our people. We are a passionate team of professionals, trainers, field workers, and community mobilisers, all united by a shared mission to empower individuals and communities. Our collective expertise spans social development, corporate engagement, training, and impact measurement, allowing us to design and deliver programs that are practical, inclusive, and transformative.

Sanjeev Sharma

Chief Executive Officer

Sanjeev Sharma is a CEO with 40 years of experience in business growth in the Middle East and Africa. Known for his strategic insight, he delivers transformative results and enhances marketing strategies.

Sanjeev Sharma

Chief Executive Officer

Sanjeev Sharma is a CEO with 40 years of experience in business growth in the Middle East and Africa. Known for his strategic insight, he delivers transformative results and enhances marketing strategies.

Sanjeev Sharma

Chief Executive Officer

Sanjeev Sharma is a CEO with 40 years of experience in business growth in the Middle East and Africa. Known for his strategic insight, he delivers transformative results and enhances marketing strategies.

Shruti Kirti Sharma

Director

Shruti has 14 years in management consulting and education. As Partnerships Lead at Generation Global, she promotes global citizenship education through partnerships in 40+ countries. She has advised on education policy and EdTech.

Shruti Kirti Sharma

Director

Shruti has 14 years in management consulting and education. As Partnerships Lead at Generation Global, she promotes global citizenship education through partnerships in 40+ countries. She has advised on education policy and EdTech.

Shruti Kirti Sharma

Director

Shruti has 14 years in management consulting and education. As Partnerships Lead at Generation Global, she promotes global citizenship education through partnerships in 40+ countries. She has advised on education policy and EdTech.

Ambika Wahi

Head- Programme Monitoring and Management

Ambika has over four years of experience in the development sector, specializing in programme monitoring and management. Leveraging her corporate background, she ensures that initiatives are strategically aligned and deliver measurable impact.

Ambika Wahi

Head- Programme Monitoring and Management

Ambika has over four years of experience in the development sector, specializing in programme monitoring and management. Leveraging her corporate background, she ensures that initiatives are strategically aligned and deliver measurable impact.

Ambika Wahi

Head- Programme Monitoring and Management

Ambika has over four years of experience in the development sector, specializing in programme monitoring and management. Leveraging her corporate background, she ensures that initiatives are strategically aligned and deliver measurable impact.

Rajgopala Rao

Manager Programme Implementation and Fundraising

With 28 years in banking, he transitioned to development two years ago. He uses his banking expertise to manage a community project, aiding self-help groups with financial insights. His skills in stakeholder management and community engagement are vital for project success.

Rajgopala Rao

Manager Programme Implementation and Fundraising

With 28 years in banking, he transitioned to development two years ago. He uses his banking expertise to manage a community project, aiding self-help groups with financial insights. His skills in stakeholder management and community engagement are vital for project success.

Rajgopala Rao

Manager Programme Implementation and Fundraising

With 28 years in banking, he transitioned to development two years ago. He uses his banking expertise to manage a community project, aiding self-help groups with financial insights. His skills in stakeholder management and community engagement are vital for project success.

Sonalika Kumari

Project Executive

She has experience in community engagement and development planning. She led a livelihood project, managing planning, execution, and impact assessment, contributing to micro-enterprises for women from marginalised communities.

Sonalika Kumari

Project Executive

She has experience in community engagement and development planning. She led a livelihood project, managing planning, execution, and impact assessment, contributing to micro-enterprises for women from marginalised communities.

Sonalika Kumari

Project Executive

She has experience in community engagement and development planning. She led a livelihood project, managing planning, execution, and impact assessment, contributing to micro-enterprises for women from marginalised communities.

Tanmoy Santra

Accounts Manager

Tanmoy Santra has 7 years of experience in financial management as Accounts Manager at Empower Foundation. He specialises in budgeting, donor reporting, and audit coordination to ensure compliance and transparency.

Tanmoy Santra

Accounts Manager

Tanmoy Santra has 7 years of experience in financial management as Accounts Manager at Empower Foundation. He specialises in budgeting, donor reporting, and audit coordination to ensure compliance and transparency.

Tanmoy Santra

Accounts Manager

Tanmoy Santra has 7 years of experience in financial management as Accounts Manager at Empower Foundation. He specialises in budgeting, donor reporting, and audit coordination to ensure compliance and transparency.

Ashima Mukhi

HR Executive

Ashima Mukhi is an HR Executive at Empower Foundation. She manages recruitment, focusing on talent identification, onboarding, and creating positive candidate experiences aligned with the organisation’s goals.

Ashima Mukhi

HR Executive

Ashima Mukhi is an HR Executive at Empower Foundation. She manages recruitment, focusing on talent identification, onboarding, and creating positive candidate experiences aligned with the organisation’s goals.

Ashima Mukhi

HR Executive

Ashima Mukhi is an HR Executive at Empower Foundation. She manages recruitment, focusing on talent identification, onboarding, and creating positive candidate experiences aligned with the organisation’s goals.