About
Kannada Sangha of Arizona (KSA) is an association of Kannadigas of the Greater Phoenix Area and the State of Arizona. We are a 501(c)(3) organization.
The objective of the association is to:
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To provide a non-sectarian and non-profit cultural and social organization with a view to bringing together all those residing in Arizona and surrounding areas who are interested in the cultural and linguistic heritage of Karnataka, India.
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To organize cultural, literary, educational, and scientific programs of particular interest to KANNADIGAS. In these and other activities, cooperate and coordinate with other cultural Associations in Arizona and the rest of North America.
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To assist in establishing Kannada language classes as appropriate.
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To integrate our youth and other members of the local communities in the various cultural activities by way of direct participation.
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To strive for representation of the SANGHA at the State, National and International organizations involved in the promotion of social and cultural activities.
About Kannada Sangha of Arizona and AKKA
Association of Kannada Kootas of America (AKKA) was born in February 1998, at the ‘World Kannada Sammelana -1998’ held in the USA at Phoenix, Arizona. A group of prominent Kannadigas who believed in the need for a central organization were selected from across the country and formed a steering committee. This committee elected the office bearers of AKKA and the constitution was drafted in Phoenix AZ.
Our History
KSA is one of the oldest Kannada Organizations in North America and has been active in the promotion of Kannada culture in the Grand Canyon State since 1988.