ZSer drives positive social change through her work and volunteering

ZS is a global collective committed to advancing business responsibility and impact (BRI) priorities and enhancing the health of communities around the world. We recently sat down with Akshita Vyas, who leads our corporate social responsibility initiatives in India, to talk about her inspirational journey and how ZSers are using their unique skills and passions as a force for good.

Where passion changes lives

“I have always had a passion for giving back to the community and making a difference in the world,” Akshita shares. “My love for volunteering started early in my career when I realized the power of collective action. I saw how a small group of motivated individuals could come together to achieve something significant, and I knew then that I wanted to be a part of that.”

After joining ZS, Akshita quickly connected with the firm’s culture and its core values—treat people right, get it right and do the right thing—all of which serve as the foundation of our ESG initiatives. She says, “ZS supports communities with education, healthcare, environment and economic empowerment. Health equity is close to our hearts. We strive to deliver healthy, fair and sustainable outcomes by integrating ESG priorities into our work, partnerships and operations. In India, we aim to create a meaningful impact through preventive healthcare initiatives for people living in slums and remote areas. We strive to provide access to affordable, quality healthcare.”

Akshita and other ZS volunteers on their way to a laptop donation drive at a rural school in Pune.

When asked about a project she’s proud of, Akshita highlighted ZS’s donation match program. Launched last year, this initiative empowers ZSers to donate and volunteer at a charity of their choice—with ZS matching their contribution. “This platform has worked like magic! Every day, we see multiple requests for donation and volunteer matching,” Akshita says with excitement.

Our global team also pursues pro bono consulting opportunities. Though fully staffed on their day-to-day work, ZSers dedicate additional time to help nonprofit organizations with data analysis, process optimization and more. They bring value to these projects with their expertise, skills and—most importantly—empathy.

“Giving back can have a profound impact on the individuals involved and the community as a whole. Volunteering and pro bono work foster a sense of community, empowerment and create a positive impact for generations,” Akshita says.

Akshita is proud to have found her people at ZS and is excited to be part of a movement that is changing the world, one volunteer at a time. She believes that together, we can make a lasting difference.

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