Our Mission
Dalit Solidarity is committed to the principles of justice and equality for all Indians, regardless of caste, race, gender or religion. This commitment is expressed by providing access to quality health care and education, by making economic opportunities available for India's poorest citizens, and by working to protect human rights.
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Our Work
Approximately 25% of India's 1.1 billion people are Dalits. Most Dalits live in severe poverty, earning less than $0.50 a day. DS works to provide the Dalits and other "backward" caste members with the tools needed to make a better life-education, healthcare, and jobs. Learn more about our programs. >
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Our People - India's Dalits
Dalit Solidarity works with the Dalits, the poorest members of Indian society. Formerly known as "untouchables," Dalits are the victims of an ancient form of persecution and segregation in India known as the caste system. Dalits suffer discrimination in education, employment, and health care. Their occupation and status in life are predetermined from birth. Learn more about the Dalits and the caste system, and what DS is doing to fight the injustice of untouchability. >
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Our Leadership
Dalit Solidarity was formed in 2000 by Ben Chinnappan, a Dalit from south India. Learn more about this Dalit freedom fighter. >
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Our Friends
Dalit Solidarity is proud of its staff, volunteers and program recipients. Get to know our friends. >
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Where We Work
Dalit Solidarity works in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. See the location of our facilities. >
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Financial Information
96% of Dalit Solidarity's income is spent on programs and services. Learn more about DS's distribution of funds. >
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