Pune: Fiserv has partnered with the National Federation of the Blind Maharashtra (NFBM) to inaugurate a new hostel facility at the NFBM Jagriti School for Blind Girls in Pune. This facility will provide girls with visual disabilities across a wide age bracket with free lodging, boarding, and educational support, fostering an environment designed for their holistic development.

With an investment of nearly ₹2 crores, Fiserv’s support is aimed at empowering more than 120 underserved girls who have varying degrees of visual disabilities. The initiative goes beyond just providing residential assistance and includes scholarships, educational resources, and infrastructure development. A key aspect of the partnership is the establishment of a Braille Publishing Centre, which is set to benefit approximately 7,000 visually impaired students across Maharashtra. This center will enhance access to learning materials for students, ensuring they have the tools they need to succeed.

During the inauguration ceremony, Vishal Pratapwant, Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President, Global Services, Fiserv, said, “At Fiserv, we are dedicated to fostering inclusivity and equity both in our workplace and the broader community. Through our global Corporate Social Responsibility program, we partner with communities to unlock their full potential. Our initiative with the NFBM Jagriti School is a unique one, operating at the intersection of education and social inclusion. We are committed to providing girls with visual disabilities an equitable opportunity for holistic development and self-reliance.”

The new hostel facility is part of a larger commitment by Fiserv to create lasting social impact through initiatives that focus on education. Programs such as STEM Laboratories, Fiserv Scholarships and Residential Support to homeless girls compliment the overall investment towards education. Fiserv Corporate Social Responsibility programming proactively empowers people, advances communities, champions responsible business practices, and invests in sustainable systems to generate positive outcomes, stated a press release.