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Date: June 13th 2024
Time: 8:30pm to 4:00pm (assembly at 8:00)
Location: Capitol Hill
FIIDS Advocacy 2024
On June 13th, 2024 Indian American delegates from all over the United States will gather at Capitol Hill for the Capitol Hill Advocacy Day organized by the Foundation of India and Indian Diaspora Studies (FIIDS). The purpose of this event is to raise policy matters and engage in discussions with House representatives and their staff. The delegates aim to provide a voice for the 4.5 million Indian Americans who contribute to various fields but lack sufficient influence on policy matters. In 2023, FIIDS had hosted a similar advocacy day in which 14 teams from 18 states met and discussed with ~75 House of Representatives and their staffs creating awareness about our issues and related bills.
In our advocacy day, our focus areas are the US India Partnership, immigration and hate crimes against religious places (temples) and students from India:
- Strengthening US-India partnerships, emphasizing initiatives such as the Initiative of Critical and Emerging Technology (ICET) and technology transfer acts.
- Enhancing partnerships in the Indo-Pacific to address trade, maritime security, and concerns about Taiwan. Promoting the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) for global supply chain resilience.
- Advocating for immigration reform to address talent needs and reduce wait times for Indian-origin applicants for employment-based Green Cards.
- Addressing threats and attacks on religious places of Indian origin, including proposed measures such as a congressional resolution on religious phobia.
It is evident from 2023 advocacy day that Indian Americans’ involvement is not only advantageous for their community but also has broader implications for the United States, leading to increased prosperity, enhanced security, and a stronger democracy.
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