This interview is part of the “Caste in Canada” oral history project. “Caste in Canada” comprises interviews with nineteen Canadians of Dalit background, documenting their histories, experiences, and understanding of the implications of caste in Canada. The subject of this interview, Jai Birdi, migrated to Canada in the mid-70s and advanced his career in social services to senior management. As the executive director of Chetna, he focuses on advancing inclusion, advocating for caste protection in legal frameworks, and establishing a center for emancipation. This interview is divided into two segments and includes one promotional video. In the interview, Jai Birdi discusses how experiences of his family created resilience towards caste-based discrimination, and elaborates on how to sustain resilience to caste.
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