Council of Indian Organizations in Greater Philadelphia (CIO)

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A scene from the Council of Indian Organizations in Greater Philadelphia's Festival of India.

CIO, Council of Indian Organizations in Greater Philadelphia, is a non-profit, non-political, non-sectarian organization formed primarily for cultural and educational purposes.

Specifically, its aims and objectives are:

• To provide a common platform to the various member organizations in the Greater Philadelphia area for pursuing their common goals and sharing their concerns.
• To promote, coordinate, and support joint efforts in the social, cultural, educational, and charitable activities of the member organizations.
• To provide civic and political education to the people of Indian origin and encourage greater participation by them in public affairs and to enhance their contribution to the society at large.
• To foster friendship and understanding between people of ASIAN-Indian origin and others.
• To act as a spokesperson for the Asian Indian community.

Note:  The above descriptive information came from the organization's Mission page.

In The News

• Celebration of independence showcases Indian culture in Philly, WHYY, August 15, 2017.
• Despite El Carnaval cancellation, organizers expect other Philly cultural events to go on, Newsworks, March 21, 2017.

Info

• Annual Event: Festival of India
• Member Organizations: Member Organizations