For 3,000 years, I have been oppressed
This boy represents the 250 million Dalits (doll-leets) , formerly called Untouchable, who have been told by the upper castes of India that they are less than human. If even a Dalit’s shadow falls on an upper caste person, that person is polluted according to caste rules. The Dalit Freedom Network partners with the Dalits in their quest for religious freedom, social justice, and human rights by mobilizing human, information, and financial resources. Take a moment and learn about the most oppressed people of all humankind.
How the Dalit Freedom Network is Involved
EDUCATION
Dalits want an English-based education for their children, recognizing the great benefits available for those educated in English. DFN's Dalit Education Centers are transforming the future for thousands of Dalit children. Read more
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
A key way to empower Dalits is to help them gain marketable skills and build a personal credit history. DFN's micro-loan and vocational training programs are helping Dalits take their first steps toward self-sufficiency. Read more
HEALTHCARE
Dalits have little access to medical care, their children receive no vaccinations and preventable infectious diseases spread rapidly. We provide public health awareness, vaccinations and medical interventions. Read more
SOCIAL JUSTICE
Dalits suffer at the hands of authorities and high-caste leaders across India. We work with the government of India to pass new policies that protect Dalits, to ensure those laws and existing laws are enforced, and to protect the religious freedom of all people in India by combating anti-conversion legislation. Read more
IN THE NEWS
Attacks on freedom of religion for Dalits
Click here to read about latest news about the ongoing violence against Dalit Christians in Orissa and other states across India.
Dayal Wins Human Dignity Award
Dr John Dayal has won the Maanav Adhikaar Paaritaushik (Human Dignity Award) in memory of Professor M. M. Guptara.
OPINIONS
View Video about the Dalits and DFN
View Video About the Dalits and DFN. Click here to watch the video:
Will Obama Spell Justice Outside of the U.S.?
More people around the world will watch Barack Obama’s inauguration than any other presidential inauguration in history. From here in South Asia, it is also safe to say the world’s oppressed will follow the statements and actions of this president more than any other. Will Obama courageously speak for a group of slaves numbering more than 250 million?
India's Challenge after Mumbai 26/11: Don't Repeat America's Mistakes
After the Mumbai terrorist attacks, India must not commit the same mistakes as the United States in its war on terror. A pursuit of justice must treat people of all faiths with respect and, at the end of the day, encourage diversity.
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DFN has chosen the clay cup™ to be the symbol of the oppression of the Dalits. For years, throughout India, Dalits were forced to drink out of clay cups which are then destroyed......
The Untouchable Kids of India
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