Meet our 2022 Adobe India Women-in-Technology Scholarship winners
At Adobe, we’re focused on bringing together the most intelligent, driven, diverse set of individuals. And we give them the freedom to nurture their intellectual curiosity, providing them with the necessary resources and support to shape their ideas into tangible results.
Through the Adobe India Women-in-Technology (WIT) Scholarship, we strive to create gender equality in science, technology and engineering domains by encouraging women to showcase their excellence in computing and technology, so that they can become future leaders and role models.
“It is truly inspiring to see these young women technologists succeed and we are proud to give them fair and equitable opportunities.”
Atanu Sinha, Principal Scientist and Women-in-Technology program lead
This year, we are proud to announce that the Adobe India WIT Scholarship awarded six winners, with each of them receiving funding for tuition, opportunities to interview for an internship with us, designated mentors, and paid attendance to the Grace Hopper Conference in India.
Here are our 2022 winners describing what receiving the scholarship means to them.
Esha Pahwa
Computer Science, Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani
"To say that I was delighted when I found out that I had received the Adobe India Women-in-Technology Scholarship would be an understatement. It made me reflect upon my previous work, and I felt grateful to those who supported me throughout my journey. This achievement paves the way for me to elevate my skills and gives me a chance to help others who are now on the same path as I was before. My sincere thanks go to the entire Adobe Research team for providing me with this platform where I can grow as a person and as a leader."
Ishika Joshi
Computer Science, Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology, New Delhi
"Receiving this recognition from Adobe is of enormous significance to me. As a researcher working on problems that directly influence humans and their interactions with technology, winning this award reinforces that I’m on the right path. This scholarship will also open doors for me, and I’m excited to share my stories and experiences with other aspiring women technologists. Thank you, Adobe, for contributing to inclusive technology by encouraging women like me to push themselves forward.”
Kumud Lakara
Computer Science, Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal
"I am incredibly thrilled and truly honored to have received recognition for my work from an organization as established and renowned as Adobe. I have always aspired to make this world a better place through my work and receiving this sort of appreciation is immensely gratifying. This scholarship will allow me to empower other amazing women in tech and make the tech community more inclusive and diverse. The scholarship will enable me to create a difference through my work. The program will open new technological horizons for me that I may not otherwise have the opportunity to explore. It will also empower me to create a positive impact and, when possible, pay it forward. Adobe has a thriving culture that supports people from all backgrounds, and it allows people to put their best foot forward.”
Parimala S
Computer Science, People's Education Society University, Bangalore
"I feel honored to be recognized as one of the Adobe Women-In-Technology Scholars. It was a dream come true seeing my name amongst the list of 2022 scholars. It is a huge milestone in my journey and has opened a new horizon for me. Adobe has redefined my career by enabling me to visualize my dreams. I'm grateful for this wonderful opportunity. It is a great platform for mentorship and interaction with experts and fellow scholars working on emerging AI technologies to deliver intuitive and novel customer experiences. This opportunity will prove to be an ocean of experience and help me enhance my knowledge and skills and help me step closer towards my goal. Thank you, Adobe!"
Rukhshanda Hussain
Electrical Engineering, Jadavpur University, Kolkata
"I was astonished to see my name on the winner list! I consider myself highly fortunate to have received the prestigious Adobe India WIT Scholarship. Adobe Research brings in researchers from different backgrounds with varying skill sets, and this is my chance to contribute to the scientific community. It is well known for its innovation and development in artificial intelligence and data science fields globally. It provides me with the necessary resources and a platform to shape experimental ideas into real-world technologies. I look forward to enhancing my technical skills and contributing!”
Supriti Vijay
Computer Science, Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal
"I feel extremely honored and thrilled to have been selected as one of six recipients to be awarded the Adobe India WIT Scholarship. Winning the award has given me a chance to pursue my interests in research and development. This scholarship provides me with mentorship from expert professionals and previous scholars whose guidance will help me make a difference in the world. I am thankful to the entire Adobe team for opening up a world of possibilities for other women and me in STEM."
Congratulations to our young leaders-in-the-making!