A large scale programme for training and placing persons with disabilities in the retail and allied sectors

The Trust for Retailers & Retail Associates of India (TRRAIN) is a charitable trust based in Mumbai that empowers employees in the retail industry. TRRAIN launched the Pankh – Wings of Destiny programme in 2011, a 45-day training and employability programme for persons with all types of disabilities in urban areas across India, later followed by a similar programme for women from marginalized backgrounds. Trainings are conducted throughout the country, and employees are supported in creating inclusive workspaces. By mid-2024, TRRAIN programmes had trained 30,500 people with disabilities, resulting in the employment of 22,763.

Solution: TRRAIN Pankh – Wings of Destiny programme
Organization: Trust for Retailers & Retail Associates of India (TRRAIN)
Country of Implementation: India

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[Alt text: A group of young men in a classroom setting, attentively listening and dressed in matching blue shirts with "Pankh" on them. Their expressions convey engagement and curiosity, representing an inclusive educational environment that encourages learning and skill development, fostering opportunities for all.]