SAGA stands for the South Asian Global Alliance. 
 

SAGA stands as a force for comprehensive advocacy at the intersection of cultural identity and systemic change. We unite South Asian professionals who have grown up in the Western diaspora to amplify our collective voice across political, professional, and cultural spheres where our communities have historically been marginalized or misrepresented.

 

Our mission extends beyond networking to actively dismantle barriers facing our community. 

 

Politically, we mobilize to increase South Asian representation in governance, shape policy that affects our diaspora, and combat discriminatory legislation. 

 

Professionally, we advocate for equitable hiring practices, challenge workplace bias, and push for leadership pathways that value our diverse perspectives. 

 

Culturally, we work to reshape narratives about South Asian identities, preserve heritage while embracing evolution, and create spaces where our full cultural expressions are celebrated rather than tokenized.

 

We recognize that true inclusion doesn't emerge from mandated initiatives but from acknowledging the inherent value we bring. As immigrants or descendants of immigrants, our multicultural perspectives, international education, multilingual abilities, and adaptive resilience represent natural diversity that strengthens organizations and communities. 

 

SAGA doesn't advocate for token representation—we demonstrate how our collective experiences and unique backgrounds create innovation, enhance problem-solving, and build more dynamic institutions. Our power comes not from fitting into existing DEI frameworks but from the authentic diversity we embody through our lived experiences navigating multiple cultures, traditions, and systems.

 

SAGA transforms individual challenges into collective action. We equip members with advocacy tools, create platforms for authentic dialogue with decision-makers, and build coalitions with allied communities. By connecting cultural knowledge with opportunity for meaningful change, we envision a future where South Asians in the diaspora don't simply adapt to existing systems but actively transform them.

 

Together, we're creating a movement where our cultural identities become powerful instruments for advocacy—where our shared experiences fuel our commitment to political engagement, professional equity, and cultural representation for generations to come.