Another is the global 'Propel' programme empowering senior-level women through coaching. The 'Returnship' initiative supports those returning to work after a career break, while the 'Be Gritty' programme trains fresh campus hires with a growth mindset. Moreover, to ensure best practices as per industry standards, Cognizant has collaborated with Nasscom, with an objective of making diversity and inclusion (D&I), a distinguishing factor in India's technology sector. As per an official statement, Cognizant's commitment to diversity is evident in India, where nearly 40 per cent of its associates are women, surpassing the industry average of 36 per cent. Additionally, over half of Cognizant's centres in the country have achieved over 40 per cent women's representation, with two major centres currently led by women. Recently, the company introduced a company-wide allyship programme to address workplace challenges faced by women.