The Ambedkarite Buddhist Association of Texas (ABAT) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting Ambedkarite Buddhism through the principles of Educate, Agitate, Organize. Established in 2004 by a group of Ambedkarite families in Texas, ABAT has grown into a vibrant community committed to social justice, anti-caste activism, and the teachings of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. abatusa.org+4abatusa.org+4abatusa.org+4southwestern.edu+1theasianindependent.co.uk+1
📍 Mission & Vision
ABAT aims to:
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Educate the public about Dr. Ambedkar’s life, philosophy, and contributions.
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Agitate against caste-based discrimination and promote social equality.abatusa.org+8abatusa.org+8theasianindependent.co.uk+8
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Organize community events and initiatives that reflect Ambedkarite values.theasianindependent.co.uk
🏛️ Key Activities & Initiatives
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Dhamma Chakra Pravartan Din: ABAT commemorates the day Dr. Ambedkar embraced Buddhism on October 14, 1956, symbolizing his rejection of the caste system.abatusa.org+1abatusa.org+1
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Educational Donations: In February 2025, ABAT donated volumes of Dr. Ambedkar’s writings to the A. Frank Smith Jr. Library at Southwestern University, Georgetown, Texas, to promote awareness of his work. southwestern.edu+3abatusa.org+3abatusa.org+3
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Community Outreach: ABAT organizes events such as the annual Toy Drive in tribute to Dr. Ambedkar’s Mahaparinirvan Din, aiming to give back to society. abatusa.org+2abatusa.org+2abatusa.org+2
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Digital Engagement: The organization has launched the “Anuyayi” app, available on Google Play and the App Store, to facilitate community engagement and information sharing. abatusa.org+1abatusa.org+1
📞 Contact Information
For more details or inquiries, you can reach out to ABAT through the following:
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Email: contactabatdallas@gmail.com
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Website: https://abatusa.org
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Contact Form: Contact Us