Acting with a Purpose is our internal program that aims to contribute to a more diverse, inclusive, and environmentally conscious community, creating impact through our culture and knowledge by placing social awareness and active participation in daily behaviours. At Celfocus, our commitment to inclusion isn’t just a statement – it’s something we’re putting into action, in all opportunities that arise.

In 2024, we reinforced our commitment to making a meaningful impact in our community by sponsoring a scholarship to support a talented person with a disability on his journey to becoming a skilled professional, partnering with Code for All.

Code for All is known for its intensive Software Development Bootcamps. It operates mainly in two areas: reskill – learning new skills for a different job – and upskill – learning or improving skills to remain competitive – and aims to bring technology courses to all.

Reskilling has become a critical investment in an era of rapid technological advancements, evolving business models, and shifting workforce expectations. It enables organizations to remain competitive, retain talent, and adapt to market demands.

Fábio Vincent joined us at the beginning of 2023 when he finished the Full-Stack Software Development Bootcamp at Code for All. His experience is a great example of reskilling, coming from a different work field. His experience was disruptive and today he’s an Analyst on the Symbiotic Project in the Billing AM team.

"It changed my life. I just wish I had made this decision sooner." - Fábio Vincent
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Through our Acting with a Purpose program initiatives, Celfocus sponsored João Dias' Full Stack Development Bootcamp at Code for All, where he had the opportunity to meet Fábio. João has cerebral palsy but that doesn’t stop him from pursuing his ambition of studying technology. He’s finding this experience fulfilling.
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“This experience is teaching me a lot, especially how to deal with frustration in day-to-day challenges. The bootcamp is challenging but everyone is so helpful. I’m hoping, for the future, to be able to do a good job.” - João Dias
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A Mentor for Success
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‍As part of our commitment to fostering a supportive community, Fábio stepped into the role of mentor, guiding João throughout his bootcamp experience. Sharing insights and tips, Fábio has helped João navigate challenges and gain confidence in his abilities. This mentor-mentee relationship exemplifies the spirit of collaboration and growth we aim to promote through our initiatives.

4 months of dedication and hard work, where he gained valuable skills, built confidence, and overcame challenges, setting himself up for a successful career. Now, João is ready for his next challenge. Bringing dedication, resilience, and a fresh perspective, he would be an asset to any team.

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You can also learn about other initiatives on our Intranet page. Together, let’s continue to create opportunities! If you have suggestions, ideas, or want to participate let us know: acting.purpose@celfocus.com!