Inclusivity at scale by activating Purple Economy through open networks
Shanti Raghavan delves into what the Purple Economy is and explains the need for creating visibility of demand for persons with disability through open networks.
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Read MoreShanti Raghavan delves into what the Purple Economy is and explains the need for creating visibility of demand for persons with disability through open networks.
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