Diversity and inclusion
Bring your authentic self to work and achieve incredible things
How we empower women in tech
Shakti is our unified initiative designed to support our women associates throughout every stage of their career.
- BeGritty for campus hires: Instilling a growth mindset from the outset.
- RISE for mid-career women: Building women’s leadership skills and accelerating their career growth.
- Propel for senior women leaders: Connecting women to a supportive community where they can collaborate, build their leadership brand and learn from thought leaders.
- MATRI for expectant and new mothers: Supporting mothers, from clear maternity policies to a seamless return-to-work experience.
How we empower people with disabilities
The Accessibility Concierge Service is a confidential helpdesk that provides associates with disabilities the accommodations and support they need to thrive—without navigating multiple systems.
Thriving through connection
Our Affinity Groups are associate-led communities built around shared interests, backgrounds and experiences. They are open to all Cognizant associates and they offer a space for members and allies to connect and support one another on their professional journeys. More than 35% of our associates around the world participate in one of our vibrant Affinity Groups!
Embrace
Community for the inclusion of LGBTQ+ people
Veteran's Network
Community for the inclusion of service members, veterans and military families
Unite
Community for the inclusion of people with disabilities and caregivers
Women Empowered
Community for gender equality, the inclusion of women, and allies across all genders
Embrace
Community for the inclusion of LGBTQ+ people
Unite
Community for the inclusion of people with disabilities and caregivers
Veteran's Network
Community for the inclusion of service members, veterans and military families
Women Empowered
Community for gender equality, the inclusion of women, and allies across all genders
Celebrating each other year-round
Cognizant Returnship Program
A 3‑month structured pathway for technology professionals who’ve taken a career break to return to work with confidence.
We've been recognized by those that know D&I
- Great Place to Work® Certified in India
- LinkedIn: Top Companies to Work for in India
- Stevie Awards: Bronze in Women Helping Women
- CNBC: Future Female Forward
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