"JAI BHIM":"Long live the legacy and inspiration of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar."

Dr. Ambedkar drafted the Indian constitution in the 1940's and advocated for an Independent India, free of the oppression of caste. Ambedkar came from a community then-labelled "Untouchable". He converted to Buddhism to free himself of caste prejudice and to create social change within the new Indian democracy.

Dr. Ambedkar is loved, admired and celebrated across India, particularly among the "ex-Untouchable" community, now identified as Dalit. People greet one another with folded hands and the words "Jai Bhim". Jai Bhim International sends this salutation globally.

CASTE-FREE:Many Indian Buddhist youth today, coming from Dalit/"ex-Untouchable" backgrounds, still suffer from caste prejudice and discrimination. Our belief, as Buddhists, is that one's actions in this life make a difference, and that one's social status and access to education, employment, and personal growth opportunities should not be determined by speculation on past lives. We believe that there is no place for caste prejudice and discrimination in a democratic society.We invite you to join us in this global vision.

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The act or process of generating; origination, production."