About DigiSam Foundation

Founded on the belief that digital literacy is a pathway to empowerment, we've been bridging the digital divide for communities since May 2025.

Our Story

DigiSam Foundation was born from a simple observation: the world is changing rapidly with the advancement of AI. We believe this AI revolution will bring both opportunities and challenges—and history shows us that women from lower socio-economic backgrounds are often the ones left behind, paying the highest price.

We see an urgent need to ensure that women from marginalised communities are not just passive observers of this change, but active participants shaping this future. For us, it's not just about digital literacy—it's about the democratisation of AI, where everyone has a voice in how this technology shapes their own future.

The idea for DigiSam Foundation took root in May 2025. Just a few months later, in August 2025, we launched our first initiative,Survey Sakhi, to understand women's digital literacy and day-to-day challenges in rural India that can be fixed using AI.

This is only the beginning of our journey to bridge the AI divide, bring diverse voices to the table, and empower women to thrive in the digital age.

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Years of Service

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Our Vision

A world where every women, regardless of their background or location, has equal access to digital opportunities with a high focus on AI and the skills needed to thrive in an increasingly connected society.

Our Mission

To bring diverse voices to the table, bridge the AI divide, and empower communities through accessible education, digital literacy, and future-ready skills—so the next era of AI is built by and for everyone, not just a few CEOs.

Our Core Values

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Inclusivity

We believe AI should be democratised. It should be accessible to everyone, regardless of age, gender, economic status, or geographic location.

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Lead by Science

We ground every action in solid research and scientific study, ensuring our work is credible, impactful, and future-focused.

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Preparedness

We anticipate the rapid and unpredictable shifts brought by AI and stay ready to adapt, so we can guide communities confidently through the future it creates.

Our Journey

Key milestones in our mission to bridge the digital divide.

May 2025Milestone

Foundation Established

DigiSam Foundation is formally established to bridge the digital and AI divide in underserved women communities.

August 2025Milestone

Survey Sakhi Launched

Programme launched to collect on-ground data on women's digital literacy and day-to-day challenges in rural India.

January 2026Milestone

Survey Sakhi Completed

Survey Sakhi programme successfully completed, delivering insights into rural women's digital access, barriers, and aspirations to shape DigiSam's future programmes.

Q2 2026

Sakhi Station AI Training Program

Launch of weekly AI training sessions across 3 villages for 20 women, guided by a 5-module curriculum and led by trained local women leaders.

Q2 2026

WhatsApp AI App — Scheme Discovery

Deployment of a WhatsApp-based tool integrating the MyScheme API for voice-based government scheme discovery, with support for local dialects via Bhashini or Sarvam AI.

Q3 2026

Digital Financial & Health Inclusion

Hands-on support for 50+ women with pension applications (Vidhwa Pension Yojana), 30 women set up with UPI for digital payments, and 20 women trained on eSanjeevani telemedicine consultations.

Meet Our Team

Passionate individuals working together to create lasting change.

Vishal Yadav

Co-Founder & Executive Director

Data Scientist and social entrepreneur, leading DigiSam's vision to bridge the AI and digital divide for women in rural India.

Chitra Yadav

Co-Founder & Program Director

Bio-tech Scientist and programme designer, driving women-centric initiatives like Survey Sakhi and AI Shakti to create real grassroots impact.

Mahendra Pal Yadav

Co-Founder & Community Outreach Director

Ex Military and grassroots leader with deep community ties, ensuring DigiSam's programmes are trusted, accessible, and responsive to local needs.

Our Partners

Working together with organizations that share our vision.