Oral History Interview With Mahesh Wasnik

DESCRIPTION
This interview was conducted as part of SAADA's ACFP 20/21. The interviewee discussed his journey from India to USA via Japan. He explains the importance and relations of Ambedkarite community and Buddhism to annihilate caste. His suggests collaboration with other organization to eradicate all forms of discrimination. He also explains role of Ambedkarite organization in USA and their support to oppressed communities in India.

Photo of book stall during Ambedkar Birth Anniversary celebration. Such stalls by Ambedkar Association of North America has been used to educate the society on caste and its adverse impact on human beings. It also serves as a workshop for second generation Ambedkarites to learn about their history and identity

AUDIO
Duration: 00:45:52

ADDITIONAL METADATA
Date: January 24, 2021
Subject(s): Mahesh Wasnik
Type: Oral History
Source: Archival Creators Fellowship Program
Creator: Dadasaheb Tandale
Location: Waltham, Massachusetts

PROVENANCE
Collection: Dadasaheb Tandale Fellowship Project
Item History: 2021-11-29 (created); 2024-05-26 (modified)

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