South Asian Americans Leading Together (SAALT) is a national, nonpartisan, non-profit organization that elevates the voices and perspectives of South Asian individuals and organizations to build a more just and inclusive society in the United States. We welcome your end-of-the-year support. Please make a tax-deductible donation by clicking here.
SAALT's Three Year Strategic Plan (2010 - 2012)
SAALT recently completed a three-year (2010-2012) strategic plan with the input of stakeholders, members, and organizational partners. Read more to learn about our programmatic goals and objectives over the next three years.
Say it Loud: Share your Story for Immigration Reform!
This spring, as Congress and the Administration debate immigration reform, SAALT wants to hear your story. Click here to find out how you can share your story today.
SAALT Launches "Census 2010: South Asians Count" Campaign!
SAALT and Other South Asian Organizations Express Concerns about New Airport Security Screening Standards
Read a statement from SAALT and other South Asian organizations about new Transportation Security Administration screening policies here
Read a letter co-signed by SAALT to the Department of Homeland Security raising concerns with the new TSA screening policy here.
Want to learn more about the new screening policies and how it affects the South Asian community? Click here for a factsheet.
Read more about SAALT's Racial and Religious Profiling work under the Policy & Advocacy tab.
Attend SAALT's First "Empowering South Asians in New Jersey" Conference Jan 30-31, 2010
UPDATE: See the agenda for the conference
For participants, click here for a map and transportation guide to Montclair State University, including parking information.
More than 80 participants will be joining SAALT and local partner organizations for a statewide conference open to all New Jersey South Asians and allies to learn about the issues affecting the community, to develop leadership skills, and to identify strategies for building stronger communities on January 30-31, 2010, at Montclair State University. The weekend will be packed with workshops, panels, professional development sessions and networking opportunities!
New Jobs and Internships Available at SAALT
- Administrative/Program Intern (Spring 2010/Paid) - Assist with program development including research and writing components; support program preparation involving conference calls, research, and planning for Town Hall forums across the country; assist with community outreach, recruitment of event co-sponsors, and advertising for community events across the country. Click here for more information.
Check out Recent Media Pieces about SAALT
-"A Dinner to Remember for Indian Americans" India Post
-"Community Corner" segment on Darshan TV.
Also, check out the events SAALT has been organizing and attending!
SAALT is National Partner of Census 2010
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SAALT and Reform Immigration FOR America Campaign
SAALT is a proud member of the Reform Immigration FOR America campaign. The campaign is a united national effort that brings together individuals and grassroots organizations with the mission to build support for workable comprehensive immigration reform. Join the campaign and get email updates using the form to the right:
Learn About SAALT and its Work in the South Asian Community
