Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: Udyogini’s Rebranding Journey

A visual identity project for a New Delhi-based non-profit organisation to highlight their work on women empowerment and livelihoods.
Branding Project for a nonprofit organisation
Branding Project for New-Delhi based non-profit – Udyogini.

Udyogini is a New Delhi-based non-profit organisation that was conceptualised in 1992 by the World Bank to create a movement for women’s economic empowerment in India. Over the years, the organisation has evolved as an authority in entrepreneurship for women. 

However, their visual identity had not kept pace with this evolution. To commemorate their 30th anniversary, they embarked on a remarkable journey of rebranding.

Branding Collaterals for Udyogini.

This visual identity project encompassed designing a dynamic logo, a persuasive pitch deck, and a cohesive brand language, along with other essential collaterals such as letterheads, envelope designs, email signatures, and presentations.

As an organisation dedicated to women empowerment and livelihoods, Udyogini sought a visually captivating logo that embodies the spirit of bold and powerful women stepping out of their homes against all odds. 

We at Simit Bhagat Studios designed a logo that combines bold strokes, feminine curves, and nature-inspired motifs. Its dynamic design revolves around the silhouette of the letter ‘U’, conveying modernity and freshness for aspiring women entrepreneurs. 

Process of Logo Development for Udyogini.

The rebranding exercise for Udyogini extended beyond the logo to create a comprehensive brand language. This language ensures consistency across all communication materials and enhances the organisation’s visual identity. 

The communication collaterals not only convey professionalism but also reflect Udyogini’s commitment to excellence in all aspects of their work.

Branding Collaterals for Udyogini.

The outcomes of this rebranding project are a visually striking logo and a cohesive brand language that resonate with Udyogini’s core values. 

Through its bold and empowering visual identity, Udyogini aims to inspire women to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams and challenge societal norms.

Color Palette for Udyogini.

Client: Udyogini 
Discipline: Design & Content 
Creative Director: Simit Bhagat
Graphic Designer: Vartesh Kumar

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Swanand Deo

Web Development Specialist

Swanand Deo is a WordPress and Web Development Specialist working on various digital projects. With over a decade of experience in the design and development space, he has collaborated with over 50 national and international clients. He specialises in User Experience (UX) design, WordPress development, and creating engaging digital experiences. He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Pune.

Mrinali Parmar

Associate (Partnerships)

Mrinali Parmar works on operations and building partnerships with social impact organisations. With five years of work experience, she has focused on education and promoting awareness of climate change and sustainability in her operations role. She holds a Master’s Degree in Commerce from the University of Mumbai and is passionate about linguistics, speaking six languages.

Swarnima Ranade

Voice Actress

Swarnima Ranade is a medical doctor turned voice actress who has done voice-over work for everything from commercials to documentaries to corporate narration to children’s books. She has worked with numerous noteworthy businesses in the past, such as Tata, Uber, Walmart, and YouTube Kids. She graduated from SVU in Gujarat with a degree in dental surgery.

Kumar Shradhesh Nayak

Illustrator

Kumar Shradhesh Nayak is a professional artist, illustrator, and graphic designer who studied at the National Institute of Fashion Technology in Hyderabad. His experience includes stints at EkakiVedam and Design Avenue, both of which are prominent advertising firms. He enjoys trying out new approaches to illustration and creates artwork for a variety of projects.

Divya Shree

Content Producer cum Editor

Divya Shree is a media alumna from Symbiosis Institute in Pune who loves producing and editing non-fiction content. She has directed, shot, and edited videos for various productions. Her strengths are research, audience awareness, and the presentation of intricate topics with clarity and interest.

Manish Mandavkar

Motion Editor

Manish Mandavkar has studied animation at Arena Animation in Mumbai. He has previously worked on animated videos and motion graphics for brands, including Unilever and Zee Movies. An avid gamer, he is also passionate about sketching and photography. He holds a degree in Commerce from the University of Mumbai.

Joel Machado

Film Editor

Mumbai-based creative consultant and film editor Joel Machado has worked on documentaries as well as films in the mainstream Bollywood sector. He was also the Chief Assistant Director on the Jackie Shroff short, “The Playboy, Mr. Sawhney.” In addition to earning a B.Com from Mumbai University, he attended the city’s Digital Academy to hone his script writing skills.

Apoorva Kulkarni

Partnership Manager

Apoorva Kulkarni is the Partnerships Manager, and is responsible for developing strategic alliances and collaborative initiatives with other organisations in the social development ecosystem. For the past five years, she has been employed by major corporations, including Perthera (USA) and Genotypic Technology. She has written and published poetry, and she has been an integral part of The Bidesia Project. At Georgetown University in the United States, she earned a Master of Science in Bioinformatics.

Aliefya Vahanvaty

Sr. Creative Partner

Senior Creative Partner, Aliefya Vahanvaty has worked in a wide range of editorial roles over the course of her career, gaining experience as a correspondent, copy editor, writer, photographer, and assistant editor at publications like the Times of India, Forbes India, Open Magazine, Impact Magazine, and others. In addition to her MA in Sociology from Mumbai University, she also has an MA in Photojournalism from the University of Westminster in the United Kingdom.

Simit Bhagat

Founder

Founder, Simit Bhagat has worked in the fields of filmmaking, project management, and journalism for over 15 years. He has served in a variety of positions for organisations like the Times of India, the Maharashtra Forest Department, the Tata Trusts, and the Thomson Reuters Foundation. From the University of Sussex in the United Kingdom, he earned a Master of Arts in Science, Society, and Development.