Adhikaar, meaning rights in Nepali, is a New York-based non-profit organization working with Nepali communities to promote human rights and social justice for all.
 

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Namaste! Welcome to Adhikaar community!
Naya Barshako Shuvakamana - Happy Nepali New Year 2069!

Since 2005, Adhikaar has been committed to improving the lives of Nepali-speaking communities and getting our voices heard in the social justice movement. We have provided direct services, trained new leaders, and worked in coalition to get the New York State Domestic Workers Bill of Rights passed. We have also successfully partnered with organizations within and beyond our community to inform and impact policies at local, state, national, and international levels.

As we approach Adhikaar's 7th Anniversary, we are celebrating with our Annual Spring for Justice Fundraiser Reception on May 31, 2012. Please mark your calendars, and buy YOUR TICKETS today!

Thank you for visiting our website, and thank you for your commitment to justice. Please visit us often, watch our short video, and "like" ourFacebook page.

   

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May
31
2012
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Spring for Justice 2012

Please join us as we celebrate Adhikaar's accomplishments in the seven years with food, drinks, and music. Let's push forward on the work that lies ahead.

When: Thursday, May 31st, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Where: CUE Art Foundation, 511 West 25th Street, Ground Fl, New York City

Tickets: $95 (general)/$55 (students, community-based groups) Please mark your calendars and purchase your ticket today!
Sponsorship available at $5,001, $2,501, $1,001, $501, and $251.

If you cannot attend, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to support Adhikaar's work! And don't forget to "like" Adhikaar's facebook page!!

Host Committee: (list in formation)
Apr
25
2012
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DA VANCE: SCAM ARTIST INDICTED FOR DEFRAUDING NEPALESE NATIONALS

DISTRICT ATTORNEY - NEW YORK COUNTY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - April 25, 2012
CONTACT: Erin Duggan 212-335-9400

Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus R. Vance, Jr., today announced the arrest and indictment of HIT SHRESTHA, 44, a Nepalese national, for systematically defrauding other Nepalese nationals of thousands of dollars. SHRESTHA is charged with Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree and Scheme to Defraud in the First Degree for falsely promising her victims that she would arrange for their family members from Nepal to immigrate to the United States, and for charging her victims large fees for the promised service.
Apr
9
2012
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Adhikaar is Hiring - Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant Position summary: The Executive Assistant will be responsible for assisting the Executive Director in ensuring effective day-to-day operation and increasing Adhikaar's visibility and fundraising capacity. This is a one-year full-time position based in Woodside, NY. There is possibility of extension based on satisfactory performance and availability of funds, as well as possibility of growth for this position.
Apr
2
2012
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Nepali Worker Announces Lawsuit Against Masala Wok & Grill for Fraud and Severe Labor Abuse

Monday, April 2, 2012
A Nepali immigrant worker who was subjected to abuse, fraud, and egregious labor violations at the hands of his former employer, Long Island Indian fusion restaurant Masala Wok & Grill, announced the filing of his complaint against the restaurant and its owners, Shivaji Pathak and "Tony Malik" in New York Supreme Court. The worker, Rabin Kumar Biswokarma, is represented by the Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund (AALDEF) and is a member of Adhikaar, a Woodside-based human rights group.
 
         

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In 2009, we moved to our new, bigger location at 71-07 Woodside Avenue, Woodside, NY 11377. It is a wheelchair- accessible, environment-friendly space, conveniently located near subways, bus lines, schools, and houses of worship. Please come visit us.