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From first spark to a career.

One ladder, four steps. Every woman enters at curiosity and climbs as far as she wants. Most begin with free literacy; the determined reach a career.

Start step one — free
Pathway
The funnel

Wide at the top, deep at the bottom.

The million is a literacy number. The careers are a smaller, deeper number that proves the literacy is real. Designing for both — and being honest about which is which — is what makes the goal credible.

01
Awareness · for everyone

Design & AI Literacy

A free, self-paced course — no coding, no cost. Understand what design and AI really are, and use today's AI tools with confidence.

  • Free, mobile-first, self-paced
  • English + priority Indian languages
  • Certificate of completion
  • Distributed via campuses, NGOs & CSR programs
The engine of the million~10–15 hours · this is what the public counter measures.
02
Foundations · for the committed

Skills & Frameworks

Guided tracks in UX and product design, now AI-augmented — the models, methods and frameworks of the craft.

  • UMO Design School tracks
  • Applied AI-for-designers modules
  • Scholarships for those who need them
  • Volunteer-led campus chapters
Where depth beginsCohort & guided learning · scholarships open access.
03
Community · for belonging

Mentorship & Community

One-to-one mentors, peer circles, and the women of WSummit and UXINDIA. You cannot be what you cannot see.

  • 1:1 and group mentoring
  • Peer learning circles
  • Speaker series & events
  • Visible women role models
Belonging & role modelsPowered by your mentor network and flagship events.
04
Careers · for the future

Careers & Fellowships

Portfolio reviews, internships with partner companies, and the 1MW Fellowship for emerging leaders.

  • Portfolio & interview prep
  • Internships & placements
  • The 1MW Fellowship
  • Alumni return as mentors — the flywheel
Outcomes that prove impactSmaller, deeper cohort — the proof literacy converts to careers.
Who it fits

Wherever you start, the ladder fits.

The same four steps serve four kinds of learner — each with its own entry point, pace and goal.

Students

Begin at literacy, find your spark on campus, and climb at your pace.

Early & mid-career

Add AI fluency to real experience and stay ahead as the field shifts.

Returning to work

Re-enter with current, in-demand skills and a community behind you.

Your first step is free.

Start with Design & AI literacy today — no cost, no coding, no prerequisites.

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