NEW DELHI (India CSR): Accor and InterGlobe Hotels, in partnership with the HOPE Foundation, a pan-India organization dedicated to empowering underserved communities through education, vocational training and healthcare programmes, celebrated the graduation of 237 students from the 2025–26 cohort of their vocational education initiative. The ceremony, held at Pullman New Delhi Aerocity, honoured students who successfully completed industry-aligned training programmes in Hospitality, Retail, and Nursing Assistance.
This collaborative CSR initiative is part of a long-standing partnership with the HOPE Foundation, which began in 2012 with the establishment of the Accor Centre of HOPE. The programme was further strengthened in 2017 through the support of InterGlobe Hotels and the continued commitment of the InterGlobe Foundation, further expanding the initiative’s reach and impact in empowering underprivileged communities through education, skills development and livelihood opportunities.
The vocational education initiative combines classroom learning with practical industry exposure, offering specialised training in hospitality operations, retail services, and healthcare assistance. Beyond technical skills, the programmes focus on developing life skills, self-confidence, and workplace readiness, enabling young people to build sustainable and rewarding careers.
Since its inception, the initiative has positively impacted more than 4,000 families, trained over 1,000 young people, facilitated more than 900 successful job placements, and achieved an overall placement rate of over 80%. These outcomes reflect the programme’s continued focus on transforming vocational education into meaningful employment opportunities.
Commenting on the occasion, Ms. Ranju Alex, CEO, Accor South Asia, said:”At Accor, we have undertaken several initiatives over the years to support education and employability, and it is incredibly rewarding to see so many young people and their families benefiting from these efforts and using these opportunities to build a better future. Hospitality is not only about serving our guests; it is also about serving our communities by creating pathways to skills, employment and financial independence. The graduation of 237 students this year, along with the strong placement outcomes, is a powerful reflection of what can be achieved when organisations come together with a shared purpose. We are proud to be part of their journey and remain committed to creating opportunities that make a lasting difference.”
Aditya Pande, CEO InterGlobe Enterprises said:”It is inspiring to see another cohort of young people complete their vocational training and take an important step towards meaningful careers. The strong placement outcomes this year reflect both the relevance of these programmes and the dedication of the students. At InterGlobe Hotels, together with the InterGlobe Foundation, we remain committed to creating opportunities that build skills, confidence and financial independence. We are proud to continue this journey with Accor and the HOPE Foundation and to contribute towards creating a more empowered future for young people.”
The 2025–26 cohort recorded strong placement outcomes across all three vocational programmes of the 64 students who successfully completed the Hospitality programme, 61 secured placements. The Retail programme achieved a 100% placement rate, with all 60 students successfully employed. In the Nursing Assistance programme, 98 of the 113 graduating students secured employment opportunities within healthcare institutions.
The graduation ceremony brought together senior leaders from Accor, InterGlobe Hotels, InterGlobe Foundation and the HOPE Foundation, alongside graduates and their families, to celebrate the students’ achievements and recognise the collective efforts behind the programme’s continued success.
As the initiative enters another year, Accor, InterGlobe Hotels, InterGlobe Foundation and the HOPE Foundation continue their shared commitment to expanding access to vocational education. Together, the organisations aim to equip young people with the skills and opportunities they need to secure meaningful employment and build greater financial independence.
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