Opening Doors for First-Generation Graduates
SuWa Foundation helps first-generation graduates build the skills, confidence, and connections they need to start meaningful careers.
Empowering the Next Generation
SuWa is an abbreivation to SugarWater which is named after "Chakrapani" who always had the simple belief: many young people have the talent to succeed, but not everyone has access to the right guidance, networks, or real-world experience.
We support first-generation graduates through mentorship, learning, internships, and career guidance. Our goal is to help them move from uncertainty to confidence, and from education to opportunity. So far, we have supported over 100 students in building skills, finding direction, and preparing for better careers.
Our Core Values
What Guides Us
Impact-Driven
Every decision we make is guided by the impact it will have on our students' lives and careers.
Inclusive
We believe every young person deserves a fair chance to succeed.
Excellence with Care
We aim for high standards while staying practical, human, and supportive.
The People Behind SuWa
Passionate professionals dedicated to empowering the next generation
Murali K Chinthala
Co-Founder and Director of operations
Leadership Mentor, A PMP-certified Project Management Coach/Trainer, IT leader with 35+ years of experience, Murali specialises in infrastructure planning, global team leadership, and talent development. His customer-focused approach has earned him multiple Best Manager awards.
Nikhil Murali Krishnaa
Co-Founder and Director of Education
An Engineering Director/Architect with a decade of multidisciplinary engineering foundation with dual Master's degrees. Proven ability to translate business needs into successfull products while building teams, improving engineering processes, and driving predictable delivery in high-complex engineering environments.
Join Us in Making a Difference
Whether you are a student, mentor, partner, or donor, you can help create opportunities that change lives.