Council of Indian Organizations in Greater Philadelphia (CIO)
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
In The News
- Celebration of independence showcases Indian culture in Philly (photos), Newsworks, 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