Global Conference for a Caste-Free World 2025 Announced

November 29, Toronto, Canada – The International Alliance for Social Justice – Sahayatra Canada has announced the Global Conference for a Caste-Free World 2025, which will take place in Toronto, Canada, from May 25 to 27, 2025. The announcement was made during a virtual press conference, emphasizing the event’s theme, “Building Solidarity towards Equality, Social Justice, and the Abolition of the Caste System.”

Highlighting the urgent need to address caste-based discrimination and untouchability, Dr. Dron Rasali, President of Sahayatra Canada and a senior Canadian government official, stated that over 260 million people globally face inhumane treatment due to caste, race, and descent. This global conference, the first of its kind, aims to foster international dialogue and collaboration to eradicate these forms of discrimination.

Purpose and Focus
Dr. Rasali outlined the conference's goal: to create a shared platform for government agencies, policymakers, human rights activists, civil society representatives, professionals, researchers, and students to exchange knowledge and strategies to combat caste-based oppression. He emphasized that this event will address caste discrimination as an interconnected global issue, fostering solidarity to create fair and equitable societies.

“The conference will draw attention to the necessity of national and international policies to eliminate discrimination and untouchability,” he said. “It will also explore best practices and collaborative solutions to dismantle the caste system and other oppressive structures.”

Wide Representation Expected
The event will host approximately 500 participants, including Dalit rights activists, government officials, policymakers, academics, researchers, journalists, business leaders, and victims of caste discrimination and their families. Discussions will highlight personal experiences, the impacts of caste discrimination, and strategies for systemic change.

At the press conference, Santosh Bishwakarma, President of Sahayatra Canada, shared updates on the event preparations. He noted ongoing coordination with national and international organizations to ensure smooth management for attendees, including subject experts and scholars.

Call for Solidarity
The organizing committee urged stakeholders, including human rights activists and journalists, to amplify the message and increase the conference's impact. Participants suggested that the event should aim to advance the global movement against casteism, racism, and all forms of discriminatory behavior.

How to Participate
Those interested in joining the conference can register at the Sahayatra Canada website: https://www.sahayatraintl.com/. Registered participants will receive official invitations; however, they are responsible for arranging their visas and travel.

The Global Conference for a Caste-Free World 2025 promises to be a pivotal moment in the global struggle for equality and justice. It aims to unite voices to end caste-based discrimination once and for all.