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CasteWatchUK is a secular,
non-denominational, independent and voluntary organisation
registered with the Charity Commission. We seek to promote
social cohesion and an environment that respects and values
individuals in society, irrespective of colour, Caste, creed,
gender, background, age, orientation, race, or any other
criteria encompassed in the current equality legislation in
the UK.
Aims and Objectives
To advance the education of the public by raising awareness of
caste discrimination occurring in the UK and to review caste
discrimination practices and policies.
Provide support and other services or assistance to people who
are the subject of casteism, in order to relieve their needs.
Undertake such charitable purposes as the trustees may from
time to time determine.
Statement of policy
In the interest of clarity, we wish to state that CasteWatchUK
is an independent and secular organisation not affiliated to
any religious or political group whether in the United Kingdom
or elsewhere.
CasteWatchUK campaigns against Caste Based Discrimination (CBD)
and not against any religion or religious group. We understand
CBD to be an historical and cultural phenomenon that inflicts
many communities worldwide but significantly those of the
Indian Sub-continent (where numbers affected finds no
parallel). Those caught by CBD do so by virtue of holding onto
Caste as a social entity.
Governance and organisational structure
The governing body of CasteWatchUK is the Executive Committee.
The Executive Committee is responsible for the activities of
CasteWatchUK. The Executive Committee is elected annually and
comprises of Honorary Officers and other members without
portfolio. The Honorary Officers are responsible for the day
to day running of the Charity. Its powers include co-option of
members and the appointment of Patrons and Advisors. The
Executive Committee also has powers for the appointment of
sub-committees with delegated authority subject to its
direction.
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