Our Mission
Setuwelt’s mission is to drive transformational economic mobility and income growth for underprivileged youth in India through international labor migration, empowering migrants and their families to break free from poverty.​
We are a nonprofit. Our work is fueled by a vision of a world where every individual, regardless of their origin, can safely and affordably access global opportunities.
Our Approach
Our scholarship program connects selected Indian youth to apprenticeship opportunities in Germany. We equip scholars with language training, cultural support, and mentorship, while forging partnerships with employers to secure apprenticeship roles that lead to long-term, full-time employment.​
For Scholars
Setuwelt scholarships offer Indian youth a unique opportunity to access Germany’s apprenticeship program.
Language Learning
We provide language training through trusted partners, ensuring that scholars are proficient in German before beginning their apprenticeship.
Apprenticeships
We match scholars with vetted German employers, helping them secure apprenticeship positions that lead to long-term career success.
Cultural integration
We offer scholars mentorship and integration support before and after their arrival in Germany, helping them adjust and thrive in their new environment.
For Employers
Setuwelt provides access to motivated, language-ready talent, streamlining recruitment and effectively addressing hiring needs.
Meet Our Team
Our team at Setuwelt is committed to harnessing the power of international labor mobility to drive meaningful impact.
Anam Vadgama
Founder and CEO
Anam, the founder of Setuwelt, is an Indian national based in Germany with experiences across the corporate and nonprofit sectors. As consultant at Eraneos, she advised automotive clients on technology and digitalisation solutions. Previously, she led charity evaluation and partnerships at The Life You Can Save.
Anam holds a BA in political science from Princeton University, USA.
Denise Eichhorn
Program Director, India
Denise is a German national based in India with over eight years of experience working in the Indo-German skilled migration corridor. Previously, she worked as the Head of Skilled Migration at the AHK Indien facilitating talent mobility.
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Denise holds a MA from Newcastle University Business School and a MSc in International Business Management from the University of Groningen.
Nis is the volunteer head of employer success at Setuwelt and a German national. He co-founded The Incredible Company GmbH, an eCommerce company specialising in distribution and fulfilment across Europe. Prior to this, Nis worked as sales manager at Oerlikon.
Nis holds an MSc in industrial engineering and business management from Nordakademie, Germany.
Sajida Vadgama
Wellbeing Coach
Sajida is a Wellbeing Therapist based in India and a volunteer for Setuwelt. At Ummeed Child Development Center, she worked on advancing inclusion for children. Previously, she was part of the Teach For India TFIx cohort, where she led initiatives focused on inclusive education.
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Sajida holds a degree in psychology.