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Banglanatak
http://www.banglanatak.com/Volunteer Opportunities: Yes
History
Established in 2000, Banglanatak uses theatre to educate people about diverse social issues and to mobilize community-led action, life skill development and participatory research.
Vision
To utilize the underlying potential of our cultural heritage to provide livelihood opportunities for rural and tribal communities rich in oral traditions, performing arts and traditional craftsmanship
- Contact Information:
- 58/114 Prince Anwar Shah Road
- Kolkata, West Bengal
- India
- Active In: India
- Forms of Abolition:
- Awareness
- Forms of Slavery:
- Forced Labor, Child Labor
- Tel: +91 (0) 332 417-8516
- Email: banglanatak@gmail.com
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