Social Sustainability

Key Highlights of our Initiatives

Education: Nurturing Futures

• 8,427 students benefited from Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) initiatives through Anganwadi interventions and structured learning programs
• 400,000+ students supported under JSW ASPIRE, JSW Green Schools, and JSW Room to Read programs; fostering holistic education and life skills
• 1.5 lakh students benefited through school infrastructure projects
• 25,000 students engaged through the Karnataka Model School Program Pathway; promoting experiential learning and leadership skills
• 9,507 students benefited from initiatives under Jindal Education Trust (JET)
• 1,390 students supported through JSW Udaan, and 110 students enrolled in Tamanna School for inclusive education

Health & Well-being: Prioritizing People

• 91,426 patients received lifesaving support, and 1,871 patients benefited from critical interventions
• 20,370 cataract surgeries successfully conducted, addressing preventable blindness
• 6,000 screenings carried out in Satari, and 20,952 screenings at the JSW Centre on Climate Change and Health
• 8,156 children screened for malnutrition, and 32,895 screenings completed for non-communicable diseases (NCDs)
• 559 children successfully completed treatment since 2022, and 106 surgeries were completed during FY 2024-25
• 100,000 sq. ft. of building space dedicated to healthcare facilities for improved access

Water, Environment & Sanitation: Sustaining Resources

• 7.86 lakh m³ of rainwater harvested to enhance water security across operational areas
• 135 villages reached through WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene) programs promoting sanitation and hygiene
• 200,000+ tree saplings planted under afforestation and biodiversity initiatives
• 300+ solar streetlights installed to improve rural infrastructure and sustainability
• Strengthened water security at Kuttapatti through community-driven water conservation measures

Skills and Livelihoods: Building Resilience

• 75 women benefited from Project Sakhi, which upcycles single-use plastic into handwoven fabrics, promoting circular economy and skill-building
• 80 women engaged in creating sustainable livelihoods in the apparel industry, producing over 150,000 high-quality denim garments annually
• 35 women trained at the Bunkai Handloom School, preserving traditional weaving techniques and promoting artisanal crafts
• 35,400 youth benefited through India’s first Skill Impact Bond, enabling vocational training and employability programs
• 50,000 candidates projected to be empowered under gender employability initiatives, strengthening workforce diversity

Sports for Development: Fueling Dreams

• Organized multiple sports tournaments and training programs across disciplines such as badminton, basketball, football, boxing, and mallakhamb
• Football development initiatives supported over 250 players, providing structured coaching and exposure to competitive matches
• Partnerships with Western India Football Association (WIFA) enabled teams to achieve podium finishes in state-level championships

Culture & Heritage: Preserving Identity

• Hampi Art Labs, an initiative by JSW Foundation, spans nine acres in the historic landscape of Hampi, serving as a vibrant space for artistic exploration
• The centre houses world-class galleries, artist studios, residences, gardens, and a café, fostering cultural dialogue and creative production
• Artist Residency Program offers one- to three-month residencies, providing multidisciplinary spaces, workshops, and community engagement

Waste Management: Transforming Waste to Wealth

• 21,000 households across 18 Gram Panchayats engaged, collecting 880 tonnes of waste and diverting 85% from landfills
• Initiative created 100+ direct and indirect jobs and is expanding to 11 Panchayats, managing 3,500 tonnes annually

Agri-Livelihoods: Empowering Farmers Through Collaboration

• Collaborative platform in Vijaynagar, Karnataka brought together 30 FPOs, 14 input segment companies, and multiple stakeholders to strengthen value chains
• Discussions focused on reducing input costs, improving crop productivity, and building long-term resilience for farmers
• 600 participants engaged in shaping strategies for a more secure and prosperous future for FPOs

Read more about our initiatives and outcomes in our Integrated Annual Report.