DSN-UK

Formed in 1998, Dalit Solidarity Network brings together individuals and organisations concerned about the continued violation of human rights as a result of caste-based discrimination. Registering as an official charity in 2003, Dalit Solidarity Network UK continues to grow as an effective campaigning and advocacy organisation, working on the issue of caste discrimination in Great Britain and being an active player in the global movement. Our members include individuals, development agencies, trade unions, journalists and academics, and we are fortunate to have the support of other human rights organisations, with whom we work closely. Based within the offices of Anti-Slavery International in London, our team consists of the Director, Meena Varma, and two part-time members of staff. Our Honorary Chair, Jeremy Corbyn MP leads a dedicated group of highly influential Trustees and Patrons. With a worldwide rise in the movement to stamp out caste-based discrimination, DSN-UK is one of the members of the International Dalit Solidarity Network (IDSN), which focuses on highlighting the issues on the global stage, including at the European Union and United Nations.