Since 1980 Karuna has worked closely with members of India’s Dalit community, oppressed by a caste system that has designated them as 'untouchable'. Now Karuna also assists India’s marginalized tribal (Adivasi) communities, Bangladesh’s repressed minority Juma people, and ethnic Tibetans struggling to preserve their ancient culture.
Karuna strives to help oppressed people to develop the skills, dignity and confidence to transform their lives and take their rightful place in society.