Equal Opportunity Awards 2015
Application Form
Eligibility criteria
 Participant organization must be an Indian registered Colleges, Schools, Universities, Statutory bodies,
NGO’s, Government companies, Public Sector Undertaking, Public companies, Private companies and
other business entities having completed at least 2 years of operations in India as on August 31, 2015
 An Organization cannot participate on behalf of its sister units; parent organization or other organizations
under the parent organization
 The initiative taken to ensure Equal Opportunity for employment could be a product / service / project /
process / procedure / methodology etc. implemented in the organization
 Employees of Nipman, sponsors and partners of the Awards are not allowed to participate in the Awards
 The final eligibility of the Participant will be subject to the discretion and approval of Jury
 Participation in the Awards is subject to defined rules and regulations available on website
http://nipmanfoundation.com/awards/equal-opportunity-awards.html
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For the purpose of the Awards, the definition of ‘Disability’ will be as defined below:
Term
Disability
Definition
The Disability Discrimination Act 1995 defines disability as “physical or mental
impairment which has a substantial and long term adverse effect on the ability
to carry out normal day to day activities”
Instructions for completing this form
 All questions are mandatory else it may be disqualified from participation. Forms should be filled in
English language only
 All physical entries must reach the address: Nipman Foundation, 1004, 10th Floor, DLF Jasola Tower
B, DDA Distt Centre, Jasola, New Delhi – 110 025
 Alternatively, applications can be submitted online, by clicking the “Apply Now” link on
http://nipmanfoundation.com/awards/equal-opportunity-awards.html home page
 Participant can send multiple application forms for same category or separate categories provided it is
for a different initiative / innovation. If multiple entry forms are received for same initiative then only
one form will be considered and others will be disqualified.
 All questions are mandatory and must be answered. Incomplete forms may not be considered.
 Participants can upload up to three supporting documents (screenshots, photographs, references,
customer feedback letter etc.) in the “Attachments” section (Maximum size that can be uploaded is 10
MB (file type .jpeg, .pdf,.docx, .pptx are acceptable)
 Once complete, the Participant must agree to the Rules & regulations by checking the ‘Declaration’ on
the website. In case of hard copy the application form much be stamped with organization stamp and
signed by authorized signatory from the participant organization
 Please maintain one copy of the filled form with you for your records
 In case of any queries relating to the Application form or participation in the awards please contact
Nipun Malhotra on nipunmalhotra@nipmangroup.com
 For detailed rules and regulations, please visit http://nipmanfoundation.com/awards/equal-opportunityawards.html
Options for submission
 All forms must be submitted on the website by latest 7 November 2015
 Hard copy forms must reach the following address latest by 18:00 hrs on 7 November 2015
Nipun Malhotra
CEO
Nipman Foundation
1004, 10th Floor, DLF Jasola Tower B,
DDA Distt Centre, Jasola,
New Delhi – 110 025
Cell: +91-98719 53332
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In addition, you can also email the scan copy of the completed, signed and stamped form in pdf format
to: contact@nipmanfoundation.com
Equal Opportunity Awards 2015
Application Form
Section I
Participant information (To be filled by an organization)
Name of participant
(Entity / Company
name)
Address of registered
Head Office in India
City:
State:
Pin code:
Website:
Contact person (HR or
Admin Head / Manager)
Contact details
Years of operation in
India as on March 31,
2015
Number of employees on
payroll
Contact no.
Email id:
 2 - 5 years
 6 – 10 years
 16 - 20 years
 >20 years
 <100
 100 - 499
 500 – 999
 1,000 - 4,999
 5,000 - 9,999
 >10,000
 11 – 15 years
Ratio of Disable
employees to complete
workforce (Percentage%)
Instructions to fill Section 2
Showcase the initiative as part of the case study which you are submitting for the Awards. The case study should be able to
demonstrate the objective of the initiative and measurable impact to the jury members. Impact should be supported with
evidence and reports. Detailed below are illustrations of initiatives and probable impact they may have. These are to be
used for reference purpose only. Institutions can participate with initiatives and impacts beyond the ones mentioned
below
Illustrations of Initiatives
The initiatives could be in the following areas
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Equality in work environment : An environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where the
talents and skills of different groups are valued
Equality in Learning : A workplace where Persons with Disability are trained and given the same orientation as their
peers
Equality in Expression : A workplace where there is equality in expression for Persons with Disability and they can
also voice their grievances and would get the same treatment as the rest of the workers
Equality in Participation: A workplace where Persons with Disability are allowed to take the lead without any
supervision if capable. They also are allowed to take up front facing roles
Equality in Economic sufficiency: The workplace should be paying Persons with Disability at par with the rest of the
employee without any discrimination. This is includes bonus’s
Equality in Removal of Barriers:
Equality in Training: A workplace giving Persons with Disability the same kind of training programs as the rest of
the employees get
Equality in Growth/ promotion: a workplace where Persons with Disability are equally given promotions/increments
as the rest of the employee
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Illustrations of Sustainability measures
What are the steps you will take to sustain the above mentioned initiatives:
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Increase in number of Person with Disability employees YoY
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Management support to sustain the initiative
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Infrastructural enhancements
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Partnerships with the right kind of Associations
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Awards and recognition
Illustrations of Impact
The impact should be measurable and generic statements should be avoided. Supporting evidence should be provided in
form of measureable reports and metrics to assist jury members to evaluate
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Productivity Level: How have the initiatives impacted the productivity level of people with disability?
Job Satisfaction: Has the initiative resulted in job satisfaction for Persons with Disability within the organization.
(exhibits, surveys, 360 degree appraisal etc.)
Work - Life balance: What sort of impact does the initiative have on the work –life balance of the Persons with
Disability
Attrition rates: Does the initiative have a positive or negative attrition rate for Persons with Disability. Please give
measurable examples
Section II
Case Study (To be filled by an organization)
Innovation / Initiative
1. Describe in regards to the organizations vision the initiative’s taken to ensure that an equal
opportunity is given to attract and retain a diverse workforce.
(Examples of initiatives - Equality in Work environment, Equality in Learning, Equality in Expression,
Equality in Participation, Equality in Economic sufficiency, Equality in Removal of barriers, Equality in
Training, Equality in Growth, Any Others)
Sustainability
2. What were the hurdles / challenges faced by your organization in implementing the initiative?
And how did you overcome the hurdles / challenges to ensure sustainability of the initiative?
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Impact
3. Describe key metrics used to demonstrate the success of your initiative on the
organization towards Persons with Disability employed
(Talk about the following aspects which created an impact Productivity level, Job satisfaction,
Work-life balance, Trainings and career growth, Attrition rate of disabled employees or Any other)
Other information
Details of any other information or certification(s) that you wish to highlight to the jury
Please tick to indicate what material you are enclosing with this entry)
 Award, recognition, credits etc
 Write-up
 Brochure
 Other: _________________________________________
Section III
Declaration
I/We agree, on behalf of my Organization, to abide by the rules of the ‘Equal Opportunity Awards 2015’ and
accept that the decisions of the Jury are final. I confirm that my organization is eligible to take part in this
competition and that all information in this application and accompanying documents are correct to the best
of my knowledge.
Participant’s name: __________________________
COMPANY
STAMP
Signature*: ________________________________
Designation: ________________________________
Date: ___________________________
* The Application Form needs to be signed by the authorized signatory from the participant
organization (Human Resource Head / Manager or Administration Head / Manager)
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Terms Defined For The Purpose Of The Awards
Term
Skilled workforce
Definition
A skilled employee is one who is capable of working efficiently of
exercising considerable independent judgment and of discharging his
duties with responsibility. He must possess a thorough and
comprehensive knowledge of the trade, craft or industry in which he is
employed.
Examples:
1. Head clerk 2. Accountant 3. Cashier 4. Head operator 5. Sales man 6.
Receptionist 7. Typist 8.Manager 9. Beauticians 10. Store keeper
11.Supervisor 12. Any other skilled employee who is capable of working
effectively of exercising considerable independent judgment and of discharge
his duties with responsibility.
Semi-skilled workforce
A semiskilled worker is one who does work generally of defined
routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the
judgment, skill and but for proper discharge of duties assigned to him
or relatively narrow job and where important decisions made by
others. His work is thus limited to the performance of routine
operations of limited scope.
Examples:
1.Gatekeeper 2.Lineman 3.Asstt. Operator 4.Winder 5.Asstt. Electrician
6.Weight man 7.Stock boy 8.Bill collector 9.Canvasser 10.Assistants. 11.
Asst.Cook 12.Waiter or Bearer 13. Book Binder 14. Auctioneer 15. Kharidar
16. Mali with Technical experience 17.Guide 22.Pantryman 18. Room Bearer
19. Night -Bearer 20. Asstt. Bakery Mistry 21. Tailor 22. Mechanic
23.Carpenar 21. Any other employee who does work generally of a welldefined skill and dexterity but of proper discharge of duties assigned to him
for a relatively marrow job and where important decision are made by other.
Unskilled workforce
An unskilled employee is one who does operations that involve the
performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little of
no independent judgment or previous experience although familiarity
with the occupational environment is necessary. His work may thus
require in addition to physical exertion familiarity with variety of
articles or goods.
Examples:
1. Peon 2. Chowkider 3.Durban 4.Packer 5.Watchman 6.Cleaner 7.Sweeper
8.Kahar 9.Masalchi 10.Mazdoor 11.Loader 12.Unloader 14.Palledar
15.Messenger 16. Helper 17. Mali (Mazdoor) 18. any other unskilled worker.