Sunita Viswanath Speaks at Boston Study Group’s Ambedkar Lecture Series
In today's globalized world, conversations around caste are more crucial than ever for human rights organizations in the diaspora. Addressing these deep-rooted issues requires a concerted effort and open dialogue. We are therefore thrilled to share that our Executive Director, Sunita Viswanath, was recently invited to speak at the prestigious Boston Study Group’s Ambedkar Lecture Series. This event provided an invaluable platform to engage with an organization that shares our commitment to social justice and equality, underscoring the importance of collaborative efforts in dismantling caste-based discrimination worldwide.
About the Boston Study Group
The Boston Study Group (BSG) is a nonprofit committed to building a just and equitable society. They organize study groups, monthly meetings, lecture series, and various social activities in the Boston area, creating an educational and organizing infrastructure to support their mission. BSG's membership includes individuals, families, students, scholars, academics, and workers who share a vision of equality and the upliftment of historically marginalized communities. Their inspiration comes from figures like Buddha, Sant Ravidas, Savitrimai and Jyotibha Phule, Periyar, and Ambedkar, who dedicated their lives to human welfare and social reform.
Sunita's participation in the Ambedkar Lecture Series was a significant event for both HfHR and BSG as we engage in the central project of building a strong worldwide movement of anti-caste Hindus. The conversation highlighted the need for solidarity and collective action to combat caste discrimination and promote human rights. The critical role of global (and local) alliances in consistently diagnosing the intersectionality of caste and other forms of discrimination was highlighted
We are grateful to the Boston Study Group for hosting us and for their unwavering dedication to creating a more just and equitable world.
We invite you to watch the full video below. Join us in this important conversation and help us build a stronger, anti-caste, more inclusive movement for human rights and equality.