WHO WE ARE
Triumph over prejudice and ignorance is a triumph for us all.
Dame Judi Dench / KARUNA PATRON
Karuna, a charity inspired by Buddhist values, has been working with Dalit and Tribal communities in India and Nepal for 40 years.
Despite huge economic growth in South Asia, these communities continue to face constant barriers of exploitation and exclusion.
The caste system is an ancient form of discrimination that denies people their basic rights and keeps millions trapped in conditions of modern-day slavery solely on the basis of birth. Those most affected are known as Dalits, literally meaning “broken people”.
It is essential that Karuna can communicate with our supporters in order to ensure that the work we do is as effective as possible.
Unlike other charities, we won’t bombard you. We will write to you twice a year with important updates on how your donation is making a difference and may call or email you from time to time to let you know about new events at Karuna. That’s it.
You can change your preferences at any time by getting in touch.