Name of the Association / Organisation NRI PARENTS ASSOCIATION (NRIPA) Postal Address 435, 1st B Cross, 7th Block, Koramangala, Bangalore - 560 095 India Telephone 91-80-571 1536, 571 0766 E-Mail tkrao@vsnl.com or pnpl@blr.vsnl.net.in

The NRI Parents Association (NRIPA) is a voluntary, non-profit, Karnataka registered association that has about 175 members. It was launched on 1st January, 1998 and aims to address issues concerning parents of NRIs.       OBJECTIVES: The objective of the association is to serve the common interests of parents of Non-Resident Indians, by giving them an opportunity to socialise and discuss issues common among them, who often feel lonely and isolated.       ACTIVITIES: Regular meetings are held where general topics aired for discussion. Topics include stress management, health issues, travel insurance, inheritance laws, and so on. An SOS cell has also been created to offer non-medical backup to members in case of emergencies. In addition, plans to improve the basic quality of life for its members and the community in general. Efforts will be directed, for example, at airport facilities, garbage collection, telecom services, elderly healthcare, electricity and water supply, and so on. NRIPA publishes a membership directory and also a quarterly newsletter, Newscape. NRIPA plans to have chapters in other cities in India.            MEMBERSHIP:     Eligibility: Parents have atleast one children living outside India, at the time of making of the application. However, membership can also continue after the return of the child to India. Membership Dues: The annual fee is Rs.600/- for both parents, and Rs.400/- for single parent.

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