Centers of Excellence

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Affiliation & Org. Development

Chair: Srikumar Menon (Former Ambassador)

Affiliate local Indian and Indian ethnic organizations under the umbrella of GIC to support them and give a global reach.

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Arts, Culture and Heritage

Chair: Dr. Jija Madhavan Harisingh, IPS, DGP (Retd.)

Promote and preserve Indian cultural values, ethics, arts, and heritage across diaspora communities worldwide.

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Business Development

Chair: Dr. J. Rajmohan Pillai

Connect entrepreneurs and professionals to build strong business ties for mutual benefit and economic growth.

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Charity and Humanity

Chair: T.K. Vijayan, Oman

Organize philanthropic activities in a unified manner to support those in need and strengthen communities.

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Cinema & Visual Media

Chair: Center Committee — Media & Visual

Advance Indian cinema and visual storytelling, including GIC's award-winning debut film "The Foot Prints."

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Civic Engagement and Community Outreach

Chair: Yeldho Peter & Attorney Soji John, PhD

Engage in non-political civic activities and community outreach for the benefit of society at large.

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Digitization, Data & Cyber Security

Chair: Sharath K. Edathil & Chandu Nallur

Drive digital transformation, data management, and cybersecurity awareness across the global Indian network.

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Education, Language and Literature

Chair: Prof. K.P. Mathew, Prof. Abraham Varghese & Dr. Kurien Thomas

Promote education, language, literature, and programs such as the International Spelling Bee.

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Environmental and Sustainability

Chair: Dr. Eliza Mammen Prasad & Dr. Pradeep Nayar

Support environmental issues and sustainability, including net-zero and renewable energy innovation seminars.

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Health & Wellness

Chair: Dr. Jacob Eapen, MD, MPH

Advance healthcare awareness, wellness programs, and health initiatives for diaspora families and communities.

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Marginalized Community

Chair: Dr. Narayanan Kutty

Support and empower marginalized communities through outreach, advocacy, and inclusive programs.

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Media, Publicity & Publications

Chair: Dr. Mathew Joys

Coordinate media relations, publicity, publications, and the Loka Bharat Dhwani newsletter.

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Pravasi, Legal, NRI and OCI Issues

Chair: Dr./Adv. Rajeev Rajadhani

Advocate for issues important to the Indian diaspora as a unified voice on NRI, OCI, and legal matters.

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Science & Engineering

Chair: Dr. Milind Thomas & Uday Zokarkar

Promote science, engineering, and innovation while recognizing contributions to society.

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Women Empowerment

Chair: Sosamma Andrews, Dr. Shruti Nada Podar & Alice Manjery

Empower women through leadership programs, celebrations, and initiatives advancing equality and opportunity.

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Youth Empowerment & Student Leadership

Chair: Dr. Narayan Janga, Teresa Joy & Agness Joy

Connect, support, and empower youth and students worldwide through leadership and educational programs.

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