Web Links
Linking Latitudes India Conference and Fieldwork Program - Web links
The following list provides web links to some of the key organisations visited, speakers and themes of the conference. It is designed to assist participants of the conference to make connections and support research.
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Australian Connections
Austrade
Australian Federal Government's export trade and international investment facilitating agency
Australian Education International
AEI integrate the development of government relations with the support of Australia's education community's commercial activities.
Australian High Commission - India
Australia's diplomatic representation in India, headed by HE Mr John McCarthy AO, Australia High Commissioner who opened the conference.
Coombsweb
Australia's pioneer site for Asia-Pacific research, linking users to electronic sources on Asia
Research School of Pacific and Asian Studies
Professor Robin Jeffrey is the director of RSPAS, Australia's pre-eminent centre for research and post-graduate training located at the Australian National University
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Business, Trade and Technology
Business Process Industry Association of India
A network of call centres and business process outsourcing (BPO) companies in India established to jointly face the challenges of the sector.
Genpact
One of India's largest business process outsourcing (BPO) companies.
IBM India Private Limited
The headquarters in India of the multinational information technology company, IBM.
Intrepid Travel
Travel organisation that specialises in getting tourists "off the beaten track"
National Association of Software and Service Companies
NASSCOM is the premier organisation that represents and sets the tone for public policy for the Indian software industry.
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Culture and Religion
Acharya Tulsi Global Meditation Centre
Yoga and meditation centre located in Gurgaon
Hinduism by the BBC
BBC produced website providing main features of Hinduism, including history, beliefs, worship, texts, ethics and living. Similar pages are available for all the major religions of India: Islam, Jainism, Buddhism and Sikhism.
Islam in India - Wikipedia Site
The Wikipedia page on Islam in India provides information and links about Islam in India
Planet Bollywood
Indolink is an 'ethnic portal' linking non-resident Indians and those interested in India with web-related websites. Planet Bollywood provides reviews, news, songs and posters from Bollywood.
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Development and Non-Government Organisations
Digantar Shiksha Evam Khelkud Samiti
A non-government organization working in alternative education for rural children in Rajasthan
JSW Foundation
The philanthropic arm of Jindal South West, this foundation engages in community initiatives in health and education, community projects, sports, and art and culture. JSW Foundation hosted the conference welcome function.
Karm Marg
Intrepid supports this home for street children, 40km outside of Delhi.
Katha
A non-government organization devoted to publishing texts and conducting workshops and being active in cooperative centres, non-formal education and pro-poor activities. Has a wonderful catalogue of texts for primary and secondary students.
Shakti Vahini
A non-government organisation working to promote and defend human rights in India. Projects include STD/HIV prevention in the red-light district in Delhi.
World Vision India
An international Christian Humanitarian organisation, World Vision India's activities include a Child Labour program.
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Education - Organisations and Government Departments
Central Board of Secondary Education
CBSE is the officiating body responsible for Class 10 and 12 examinations in India.
Jamia Millia Islamia: A Central University
One of India's most reputable central universities, Jamia includes the department of Teacher Training and Non-Formal Education
Ministry of Human Resource Department
MHRD is the Ministry responsible for the integrated development of Indian citizens. It encompasses two departments: Department of School Education and Literacy and Department of Higher Education
National Commission for Minorities Educational Institutions
The commission was established by the Government of India to safeguard the interest of minorities
National Council for Educational Research and Training
The Government of India established NCERT as a resource organisation to assist and advise Central and State governments on academic matters relating to schools. This site contains information on India's national curriculum.
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Environment and Cultural Heritage
Archaeological Survey of India
An organization under the Ministry of Culture that supports archaeological researchers and promotes the protection of the cultural heritage of India
Artists for Nature Foundation
ANF focuses attention on the need for nature conservation by bring artists together from all over the world. Their Indian representative is Vivek Sharma, who is part of the Tiger Expeditions team
Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage
INTACH is a non-profit organisation set up to protect and conserve India's natural and cultural heritage
The Indian Traditions and Heritage Society
ITIHAAS is an organisation working to promote awareness of the traditions and heritage of India, particularly to school students. ITIHAAS conducted several walks during the conference.
National Museum, Delhi
A key Indian Museum with an extensive selection of art representing India's cultural heritage
Project Tiger
This government agency operates under the ministry of Environment and Forests for the conservation of India's tiger population
Sanskriti Foundation
A non-profit organisation that creates a better understanding of diverse cultures through the sharing of art, ideas and life experiences.
Taj Mahal Cultural Heritage District Development Plan
The American Society of Landscape Architects undertakes this project that involves the analysis, planning and design of a section of the Yamuna riverfront in Agra that includes the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort
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Media
The Hindu
Mr P. Sainath is the Rural Affairs Editor of The Hindu: one of India's most respected newspapers
Mail Today
Dr Manoj Joshi is Deputy Editor of this new epaper, covering stories from Delhi and India
CNN-IBN
Ms Prathana Gahilote is a journalist for CNN-IBN, a 24 hour English new channel. IBNLive is the online arm that promises users an opportunity to contribute to the news
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Non-Violence and Gandhia Organisations
Gandhi Peace Foundation
Foundation that carries out studies and research on the teachings and practices of Gandhi to determine their present-day relevance
Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti
An autonomous body with the objective of propagating the life, mission and thought of Mahatma Gandhi through various socio-educational and cultural programmes.
GandhiServe Foundation
The Mahatma Gandhi Research and Media Service compiles and disseminates resources about Gandhi to spread the ethics of non-violence
Swarajpeeth
A Gandhian Centre for non-violence and peace, Swarajpeeth is engaged in demonstrating the revolutionary power of Mahatma Gandhi's vision, thought and method. Mr Rajiv Vora and Dr Vora co
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Schools in Delhi
The Banyan Tree School
Principal - Mrs Sangeeta D. Krishnan
A private, co-educational school from nursery to senior school levels
Bloom Public School, Vasant Kunj
Principal - Mr Ashutosh Batta
A co-educational, English medium school located in Vasant Kunj.
The Heritage School
Principal - Mrs Rita Kaul
A private school that seeks to develop its students physically, mentally, emotionally, psychologically and spiritually
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Mungeshpur
Principal - Shri Prit Singh
A government run residential school that provides gifted students from disadvantaged backgrounds with free education
K.R. Mangalam World School
Principal - Mrs Meenu Goswami
Located in the heart of Delhi, KR Mangalam aims at holistic development of a child with global dimensions. Students from KR Mangalam entertained us at the Conference opening ceremony, performing a vibrant dance routine.
Kathashala
Principal - Ms Parvinder Kaur
Kathashala is an educational institution for disadvantaged students run by Katha, a non-government organization
Kendriya Vidyalaya, Old JNU Campus
Principal - Mr S.N. Garg
One of 980 schools administered by the Central Government to provide a uniform curriculum across the country to children of India's Civil Service
Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sector 8, R.K. Puram
Principal - Mr S.N. Garg
One of 980 schools administered by the Central Government to provide a uniform curriculum across the country to children of India's Civil Service
N.P. Bengali Girls Senior Secondary School
Principal - Mr HP Meena
A government-run senior secondary school for girls that offers quality education without private school fees.
Sanskriti School
Principal - Mrs. Gowri Ishwaran
Sanskriti School primarily caters for the wards of officers of the Allied Services and Defence Personnel, who make up 60% of the student population.
Springdales School, Pusa Road
Principal - Mrs Ameeta Wattal
A privately managed co-educational school, Springdales School provides a holistic learning experience including an emphasis on community service. The students from Springdales School gave the moving performance depicting the philosophy of Gandhi on the occasion of Gandhi's birthday.
St Mary's School
Principal - Ms Annie Koshi
St Mary's is a private school located in the Safdarjung enclave in Delhi specializing in combining academic work and extra-curricular activities.
The following list provides web links to some of the key organisations visited, speakers and themes of the conference. It is designed to assist participants of the conference to make connections and support research.
- Australian Connections
- Business and Technology
- Culture and Religion
- Development and Non-government Organisations
- Education Organisations
- Environment and Heritage
- Media
- Non-violence and Gandhian Organizations
- Schools in India
_________________________________________________________________
Australian Connections
Austrade
Australian Federal Government's export trade and international investment facilitating agency
Australian Education International
AEI integrate the development of government relations with the support of Australia's education community's commercial activities.
Australian High Commission - India
Australia's diplomatic representation in India, headed by HE Mr John McCarthy AO, Australia High Commissioner who opened the conference.
Coombsweb
Australia's pioneer site for Asia-Pacific research, linking users to electronic sources on Asia
Research School of Pacific and Asian Studies
Professor Robin Jeffrey is the director of RSPAS, Australia's pre-eminent centre for research and post-graduate training located at the Australian National University
_________________________________________________________________
Business, Trade and Technology
Business Process Industry Association of India
A network of call centres and business process outsourcing (BPO) companies in India established to jointly face the challenges of the sector.
Genpact
One of India's largest business process outsourcing (BPO) companies.
IBM India Private Limited
The headquarters in India of the multinational information technology company, IBM.
Intrepid Travel
Travel organisation that specialises in getting tourists "off the beaten track"
National Association of Software and Service Companies
NASSCOM is the premier organisation that represents and sets the tone for public policy for the Indian software industry.
_________________________________________________________________
Culture and Religion
Acharya Tulsi Global Meditation Centre
Yoga and meditation centre located in Gurgaon
Hinduism by the BBC
BBC produced website providing main features of Hinduism, including history, beliefs, worship, texts, ethics and living. Similar pages are available for all the major religions of India: Islam, Jainism, Buddhism and Sikhism.
Islam in India - Wikipedia Site
The Wikipedia page on Islam in India provides information and links about Islam in India
Planet Bollywood
Indolink is an 'ethnic portal' linking non-resident Indians and those interested in India with web-related websites. Planet Bollywood provides reviews, news, songs and posters from Bollywood.
_________________________________________________________________
Development and Non-Government Organisations
Digantar Shiksha Evam Khelkud Samiti
A non-government organization working in alternative education for rural children in Rajasthan
JSW Foundation
The philanthropic arm of Jindal South West, this foundation engages in community initiatives in health and education, community projects, sports, and art and culture. JSW Foundation hosted the conference welcome function.
Karm Marg
Intrepid supports this home for street children, 40km outside of Delhi.
Katha
A non-government organization devoted to publishing texts and conducting workshops and being active in cooperative centres, non-formal education and pro-poor activities. Has a wonderful catalogue of texts for primary and secondary students.
Shakti Vahini
A non-government organisation working to promote and defend human rights in India. Projects include STD/HIV prevention in the red-light district in Delhi.
World Vision India
An international Christian Humanitarian organisation, World Vision India's activities include a Child Labour program.
_________________________________________________________________
Education - Organisations and Government Departments
Central Board of Secondary Education
CBSE is the officiating body responsible for Class 10 and 12 examinations in India.
Jamia Millia Islamia: A Central University
One of India's most reputable central universities, Jamia includes the department of Teacher Training and Non-Formal Education
Ministry of Human Resource Department
MHRD is the Ministry responsible for the integrated development of Indian citizens. It encompasses two departments: Department of School Education and Literacy and Department of Higher Education
National Commission for Minorities Educational Institutions
The commission was established by the Government of India to safeguard the interest of minorities
National Council for Educational Research and Training
The Government of India established NCERT as a resource organisation to assist and advise Central and State governments on academic matters relating to schools. This site contains information on India's national curriculum.
_________________________________________________________________
Environment and Cultural Heritage
Archaeological Survey of India
An organization under the Ministry of Culture that supports archaeological researchers and promotes the protection of the cultural heritage of India
Artists for Nature Foundation
ANF focuses attention on the need for nature conservation by bring artists together from all over the world. Their Indian representative is Vivek Sharma, who is part of the Tiger Expeditions team
Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage
INTACH is a non-profit organisation set up to protect and conserve India's natural and cultural heritage
The Indian Traditions and Heritage Society
ITIHAAS is an organisation working to promote awareness of the traditions and heritage of India, particularly to school students. ITIHAAS conducted several walks during the conference.
National Museum, Delhi
A key Indian Museum with an extensive selection of art representing India's cultural heritage
Project Tiger
This government agency operates under the ministry of Environment and Forests for the conservation of India's tiger population
Sanskriti Foundation
A non-profit organisation that creates a better understanding of diverse cultures through the sharing of art, ideas and life experiences.
Taj Mahal Cultural Heritage District Development Plan
The American Society of Landscape Architects undertakes this project that involves the analysis, planning and design of a section of the Yamuna riverfront in Agra that includes the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort
_________________________________________________________________
Media
The Hindu
Mr P. Sainath is the Rural Affairs Editor of The Hindu: one of India's most respected newspapers
Mail Today
Dr Manoj Joshi is Deputy Editor of this new epaper, covering stories from Delhi and India
CNN-IBN
Ms Prathana Gahilote is a journalist for CNN-IBN, a 24 hour English new channel. IBNLive is the online arm that promises users an opportunity to contribute to the news
_________________________________________________________________
Non-Violence and Gandhia Organisations
Gandhi Peace Foundation
Foundation that carries out studies and research on the teachings and practices of Gandhi to determine their present-day relevance
Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti
An autonomous body with the objective of propagating the life, mission and thought of Mahatma Gandhi through various socio-educational and cultural programmes.
GandhiServe Foundation
The Mahatma Gandhi Research and Media Service compiles and disseminates resources about Gandhi to spread the ethics of non-violence
Swarajpeeth
A Gandhian Centre for non-violence and peace, Swarajpeeth is engaged in demonstrating the revolutionary power of Mahatma Gandhi's vision, thought and method. Mr Rajiv Vora and Dr Vora co
_________________________________________________________________
Schools in Delhi
The Banyan Tree School
Principal - Mrs Sangeeta D. Krishnan
A private, co-educational school from nursery to senior school levels
Bloom Public School, Vasant Kunj
Principal - Mr Ashutosh Batta
A co-educational, English medium school located in Vasant Kunj.
The Heritage School
Principal - Mrs Rita Kaul
A private school that seeks to develop its students physically, mentally, emotionally, psychologically and spiritually
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Mungeshpur
Principal - Shri Prit Singh
A government run residential school that provides gifted students from disadvantaged backgrounds with free education
K.R. Mangalam World School
Principal - Mrs Meenu Goswami
Located in the heart of Delhi, KR Mangalam aims at holistic development of a child with global dimensions. Students from KR Mangalam entertained us at the Conference opening ceremony, performing a vibrant dance routine.
Kathashala
Principal - Ms Parvinder Kaur
Kathashala is an educational institution for disadvantaged students run by Katha, a non-government organization
Kendriya Vidyalaya, Old JNU Campus
Principal - Mr S.N. Garg
One of 980 schools administered by the Central Government to provide a uniform curriculum across the country to children of India's Civil Service
Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sector 8, R.K. Puram
Principal - Mr S.N. Garg
One of 980 schools administered by the Central Government to provide a uniform curriculum across the country to children of India's Civil Service
N.P. Bengali Girls Senior Secondary School
Principal - Mr HP Meena
A government-run senior secondary school for girls that offers quality education without private school fees.
Sanskriti School
Principal - Mrs. Gowri Ishwaran
Sanskriti School primarily caters for the wards of officers of the Allied Services and Defence Personnel, who make up 60% of the student population.
Springdales School, Pusa Road
Principal - Mrs Ameeta Wattal
A privately managed co-educational school, Springdales School provides a holistic learning experience including an emphasis on community service. The students from Springdales School gave the moving performance depicting the philosophy of Gandhi on the occasion of Gandhi's birthday.
St Mary's School
Principal - Ms Annie Koshi
St Mary's is a private school located in the Safdarjung enclave in Delhi specializing in combining academic work and extra-curricular activities.