Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives: 2023 - 2024
Building a better world together.
Opening doors to opportunity.
As a responsible corporate Nikon India tries to contribute to the society beyond business interests. We see the world brimming with potential but also recognize pockets where opportunity is scarce. Through impactful local projects under CSR, we tries to bridge these divides. Our focus is equipping communities with the tools they need to thrive. This means ensuring access to education, and empowering individuals with sustainable livelihood options. Ultimately, we believe that empowering communities today leads to a brighter, healthier future for all.
Nikon India CSR Initiatives
Providing a Safe Haven for Children in Need: Supporting Orphan Children with SOS India
For the past five months, Nikon has partnered with SOS India to provide a loving home for 68 orphaned children across 9 Family Homes. These homes, located in Hojai (Assam), Bhubaneshwar (Odisha), Raipur (Chhattisgarh), and Shillong (Meghalaya), offer comprehensive care, including food, clothing, education, transportation, medical needs, utilities, and salary for 1 mother per family home.
Empowering Dreams: Nikon Scholarship Program with Buddy4study
For five consecutive years, Nikon has proudly supported aspiring photographers from underprivileged backgrounds through the Buddy4study scholarship program. This year, we empowered 35 students with financial aid to pursue photography-related courses, equipping them with market-ready skills for future employment or entrepreneurial ventures.
Building Brighter Futures: Education for Employability with Magic Bus
Nikon's partnership with Magic Bus focuses on empowering marginalized youth with the skills they need to thrive in the workforce. This program equips young people with essential skills like problem-solving, teamwork, information and communication technology (ICT), and effective communication, helping them secure employment opportunities. This year, we've successfully supported 250 youths in finding placements across various organizations.
Opening Doors to Opportunity: Certified Ophthalmic Program with Dr. Shroff's Charity Eye Hospital
In collaboration with Dr. Shroff's Charity Eye Hospital (SCEH), Nikon has launched the Certified Ophthalmic Program. This initiative aims to educate, train, and empower 40 young women from underprivileged communities. The program equips them with the skills to counsel patients, manage records, and assist doctors in OPDs, wards, and OTs, paving the way for successful careers in the healthcare field.