Confederation to empower Americans of India roots

An "Indo-American Leadership Confederation" (IALC) has been formed to empower Americans of India descent and work for flourishing, proud, and united community.

With Rajan Zed, acclaimed Indo-American statesman, as Chairperson, this nonpartisan and nondenominational cultural-political-educational-social-communication-networking-advocacy-monitoring organization aims at reaching Indo-American communities spread across United States of America (USA).

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According to Zed, this Confederation is committed to strengthening the community and work for their social, personal and economic development. Its various goals/objectives/operations include representing Indo-American interests in USA and India and advancing their economic and social welfare, monitoring and advocacy for issues of interest, promotion of appreciation/understanding of heritage/culture/languages of Indo-Americans, and strengthening communication.

This apart, it would provide a forum for dialogue/communication among Indo-Americans and other Americans, work to resolve issues unique to Indo-Americans and advance their interests, improve social interaction, educate legislature and media about Indo-American concerns, operating non-partisan political action projects, uniting the community, acting as a resource, outreach and friendly relations with other American communities, greater understanding of values, attempt to clear misconceptions, service, etc.

Rajan Zed said: 'the theme of IALC is Indo-Americans and others working to educate, empower, and organize the Americans of India descent.' 'We shall work for fostering in Americans of India roots a consciousness and pride in their heritage; we shall endeavour to inspire our youth to discover and develop their personal best; and we shall urge the Indo-Americans to make a positive difference in their communities and in the wider world,' he added.