Glance, the world’s leading smart lock screen platform, has partnered with upGrad, a prominent integrated learning and workforce development company, to offer free upskilling courses to young Indians. This initiative is part of Glance’s “Glance for Good” program, which aims to foster personal growth and drive positive social change.
Through this partnership, upGrad is providing free courses under its Intern-Zip program on Glance Smart Lock Screen. The program is designed to impart essential, job-ready skills to the youth between 20 and 24 years of age. Glance reaches over 235 million users every day, 47% of whom are under 24 years of age, making it an ideal platform for upGrad to reach its intended beneficiaries.
The courses cover foundational topics such as:
Key Course Topics
– Technical Savviness: Developing technical skills to stay competitive in the job market
– Soft Skills: Building essential skills like communication, teamwork, and leadership
– Professional Development: Enhancing career prospects through professional development tools
The partnership aims to address the 13.4% unemployment rate among graduates by helping them build their professional futures with confidence and competence. With over 50% of India’s population under 25, this initiative can drive long-term economic growth by enhancing labor market resilience, making youth job-ready, and addressing the evolving needs of a tech-driven economy.
