Zeeko and GD Goenka establish strategic alliance to implement leadership programmes for students

~ Zeeko’s Magical Leaders Programme Set to Transform GD Goenka Group’s Learning Environment Across India ~

India, 1st April, 2024 – Ireland based Zeeko, a pioneering educational technology platform, has concluded its pioneering Magical Leaders Programme with GD Goenka Group, one of India’s top educational institutions. The partnership was facilitated by Enterprise Ireland, the Irish government’s trade and innovation agency with a focus on supporting Irish companies to grow in global markets. 23 students from GD Goenka School were awarded certificates on completing the programme by Mr. Simon Coveney TD, Minister for Enterprise, Trade, and Employment of Ireland, who recently led a multi-city visit to India and Bangladesh, accompanied by a delegation of Irish academics and corporate representatives.

Zeeko’s Magical Leaders Programme is an innovative peer-led education initiative designed for middle year students that focuses on nurturing 21st-century skills in an engaging and interactive manner, while aligning itself with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. This collaboration with GD Goenka School is expected to drive innovation in education and contribute to the holistic development of students across the country.

Speaking about the partnership, Minister Coveney said: “I commend Zeeko and GD Goenka for their commitment to leveraging technology to revolutionise education. I am pleased to see students complete this transformative journey and acquire vital competencies with the spirit of leadership and adaptability that will serve them well for the challenges of tomorrow.”

Minister Coveney further emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts in shaping the future of education and highlighted that the partnership is a testament to India and Ireland working together in the education space to build leaders of tomorrow.

Joe Kenny, Founder of Zeeko, highlighted the significance of the partnership, saying, “We are thrilled to see the results of this partnership with GD Goenka School, a renowned name in education, that has brought innovative learning solutions to their students. This collaboration underscores our shared vision of harnessing the power of technology to empower the next generation of learners.”

Jennifer Melia, Executive Director, Enterprise Ireland, said: “It’s encouraging to see Zeeko, a company proudly supported by Enterprise Ireland, engaged in an important leadership programme like this, which will support the development of skills that will shape the students of the future. Enterprise Ireland is committed to supporting Zeeko as it continues to expand its business in India and foster further partnerships with esteemed institutions like GD Goenka School.”

The collaboration between Zeeko and GD Goenka is an example of the transformative steps that can be made in the area of education and highlights the collaborative opportunities between Ireland and India. With a shared commitment to innovation and excellence, this partnership has already begun redefining how students learn and grow. As technology continues to play an increasingly pivotal role in education, initiatives like these underscore the importance of collaborative efforts in shaping a brighter future for generations to come.