The Global Organization for People of Indian Origin (GOPIO), Central New Jersey Chapter welcomes you to GOPIO’s international network of People of Indian origin (PIO)
GOPIO MISSION
To promote the well being of the People of Indian Origin (PIO) and to enhance cooperation and communication between PIOs and other communities
GOPIO GOALS
- Present and promote the interest of India and PIOs, and help shape relevant policies
- Promote better understanding of Indian history, culture and customs
- Mobilize the growing professional and intellectual resources of Indian Americans for economic and social programs beneficial to the community
GOPIO HISTORY
GOPIO International was formed in 1989 at the first convention of PIOs held in New York. GOPIO is active in 28 countries with over 78 chapters around the globe. Recent Annual Global Conventions were held in Zurich, New York, New Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Trinidad and Bahrain. GOPIO has been campaigning for issues of interest to the Indian community on Capitol Hill and at the European Union as well as with the Govt. of India, MOE.
GOPIO Central Jersey (CJ) Chapter was formed in 2008. GOPIO-CJ serves as a non-partisan, secular, civic and community service organization.
GOPIO – CJ provides a global forum to foster fellowship and enhance networking & helps promote awareness of Indian culture, customs and contributions of PIOs through community programs, forums, events and youth activities. It seeks to strengthen partnerships and create an ongoing dialogue with local communities.
GOPIO is accredited by the U.N. as an NGO to participate in the World Conference Against Racism
For more information contact:
Email | 201-725-8477 | 1600 Route 130, 2nd Floor, North Brunswick, NJ 08902