Association of Kannada Kootas of America
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| Type | Organization for networking of Kannadigas in North America |
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| Origins | NRI Kannadiga population in the United States |
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Area served
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United States and Canada |
| Slogan | elladaru iru, entaadaru iru, endendiguu nee kannadavaagiru |
Association of Kannada Kootas of America (Kannada: ಅಮೇರಿಕದ ಕನ್ನಡ ಕೂಟಗಳ ಒಕ್ಕೂಟ, also referred to as AKKA) is a non-profit organization primarily aimed at networking for Kannadigas in the United States and Canada. It is incorporated in Florida.[1] AKKA was founded in February 1998, after the World Kannada Sammelana in Phoenix, Arizona, where officebearers were elected.[1] The organization organizes Kannada sammelanas (conferences) in the continent, the most recent one being held in Edison, New Jersey.[2]
Advocacy and opinion
At the recent conference in Edison, the Putthige matha seer Sugunendrateertha Swamiji has praised AKKA for its efforts in maintaining the Kannada language in the American continent.[3] However, at the same conference, some Kannada artistes and litterateurs were unhappy with basic facilities provided. and criticized the organizers.[4] Following this reaction, the Government of Karnataka, which financially aids AKKA contemplated withdrawing aid.[5]
Split
In 2009, 7 founder members of AKKA and others decided to break away from the organization and formed the North America Vishwa Kannada Association.[6]
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