EBC Financial Group champions education and sustainability with Shakti Regeneration partnership
EBC Financial Group (EBC), a global leader in financial brokerage, has unveiled its latest Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, showcasing its dedication to empowering marginalized communities and advancing sustainable development. Through a strategic partnership with the Shakti Empowerment Education Foundation, part of the Shakti Regeneration Institute (SRI), EBC has taken significant steps to support education and environmental advocacy in West Bengal, India, and beyond.
Empowering Education in West Bengal
EBC’s collaboration with the Shakti Empowerment Education Foundation focuses on supporting the Ramakrishna Vedanta Vidyapith school in West Bengal. The initiative provides 50 low-income students with essential educational resources, uniforms, vocational sewing classes, and extracurricular activities. This sponsorship enhances access to quality education, equipping children with the tools they need to thrive and break the cycle of poverty.
David Barrett, CEO of EBC Financial Group (UK) Ltd., emphasized the transformative power of education:
“Education is the foundation for societal change. Our partnership with Shakti Regeneration Institute reflects our commitment to creating opportunities for marginalized children and empowering the next generation to achieve lasting success.”
Driving Sustainability and Conservation
EBC extends its commitment to global advocacy through its involvement in the upcoming documentary #TheRegenerationGeneration. Directed by SRI founder Indrani Pal-Chaudhuri, the film highlights the urgent need for regenerative finance and education. It features interviews with Nobel laureates, business leaders, educators, and Indigenous advocates, including Barrett himself. The documentary sheds light on protecting vulnerable ecosystems and Indigenous communities facing climate change threats.
![Students from the Ramakrishna Vedanta Vidyapith school share a joyful moment with Indrani Pal-Chaudhuri, one of the founders of Shakti Regeneration Institute (SRI), during an event supported by the institute. [Photo credit: Shakti Regeneration Institute]](http://ourdailynewsonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/picture-1.jpg)
“This collaboration combines our strengths in education and ecological advocacy to drive global awareness and empower communities worldwide. With EBC’s support, we can address critical challenges facing Indigenous communities and their ecosystems.”
A Broader Mission of CSR Excellence
EBC’s partnership with SRI complements its ongoing CSR strategy, which includes supporting the University of Oxford’s What Economists Really Do (WERD) public education series. By sponsoring episodes on tax evasion and climate-focused macroeconomics, EBC bridges academic research with real-world challenges, empowering individuals and institutions with critical insights.
The Ramakrishna Vedanta Vidyapith school, celebrating its 25th anniversary in January 2025, plays a vital role in uplifting local communities. Through EBC’s sponsorship, the school continues its mission of transforming lives through education and vocational training.
![Students at Ramakrishna Vedanta Vidyapith thank EBC Financial Group for sponsoring their education and vocational training, fostering opportunities for brighter futures.[Photo credit: Shakti Regeneration Institute]](http://ourdailynewsonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/picture-3.jpg)
Building a Sustainable Future
Operating under its core values of integrity, responsibility, and sustainability, EBC Financial Group combines its role as a global brokerage with impactful social investments. By aligning financial resources with meaningful initiatives, EBC contributes to community welfare, education, and environmental conservation.
To learn more about EBC Financial Group’s ESG initiatives, visit https://www.ebc.com/ESG.
