California’s SB 403, the Anti-Caste Discrimination Bill, sparked debate. This video dives into the arguments for and against the bill. We explore concerns about religious stereotyping, existing anti-discrimination laws, and the specific needs of Dalit communities. Whether you support or oppose SB 403, this video provides a balanced perspective to help you understand the complexities of caste discrimination in the US.

About The Speaker:
Richa Gautam is the Founder of Caste Files and Co-Founder/Executive Director at Cares Global, with over a decade of experience in advocacy and human rights. Currently, she focuses on diversity, inclusiveness, minority rights, and decolonial practices at Cares Global. She serves as a Senior Research Associate at Indus University and a Fellow at the Center of Indic Studies, Ahmedabad. Richa’s research centers on indigenous ethnographic studies, documenting the experiences of Indian communities like Bheel, Kolis, Suthars, and those identified as Dalit, Adivasis, or Criminal tribes under the Criminal Tribes Act of 1871. She has published numerous articles internationally and is a media speaker and presenter.

Pushpita Prasad is a storyteller and communications professional with a background in working with technology, media, culture, and history. She researches and educates about topics related to India, Hinduism, its festivals and traditions, decolonization, and media representation. Her work has been published at Patheos, AmericanKahani, ThePrint, Indian Express, First Post, India Currents, etc. Pushpita is on the Board of CoHNA (Coalition of Hindus of North America) and believes in the power of grassroots advocacy, activism, and dialogue to drive change and understanding.