SSE launches in India

4 Apr 2016

SSE formally launched in India on Feb 3, 2016 at an event hosted by our partner British Council, along with our founding partner PwC. SSE India was launched by Dr. Jitendra Prasad, MoS (Independent Charge), Prime Minister Office, along with our board of directors Jaivir Singh and Ness Wadia.

“We are proud to be partnering with SSE India to propel the spirit of social entrepreneurship in the country through their innovative approach of focusing on the ‘entrepreneur'” – Deepak Kapoor, Chairman, PwC India

“The SSE Fellowship programme is first of its kind in India, and we hope that the social entrepreneurs will be empowered and make a positive change.” – Rob Lynes, Director, British Council India

“SSE believes that strategic mentoring of one social entrepreneur will help create several more in the society while addressing fundamental challenges in their community.” – Jaivir Singh, Chairman – Board of Directors, SSE India

“I profusely thank all our partners PwC India, British Council India, Jagriti Yatra and take pride in standing here at the SSE India launch which would not have been possible without the support of our partners. India is an important milestone in SSE journey and we are looking forward to its success.” Alastair Wilson, CEO, SSE Central