HISTORY

The South Asian Bar Association of Georgia, or "SABA-GA," (formerly known as IndusBar of Georgia) is a nonprofit corporation dedicated to encouraging and promoting the professional growth of South Asian American lawyers and other members of the legal profession. SABA-GA was formed in 2001 as the "IndusBar of Georgia" by nine founding members. Since its inception, it has represented and advocated the interests of South Asian lawyers and the legal profession and has broadened professional opportunities for South Asian lawyers. As it continues to grow, SABA-GA provides a vehicle and forum for the unified expression of opinions and positions by legal professionals upon matters or events of concern to the legal community.

SABA-GA's goals and mission include the following:

• Promote the advancement of lawyers and students of South Asian heritage in the legal profession
• Provide a forum for professional networking, development, and education
• Increase awareness and encourage resolution of issues of concern for the South Asian community
• Support the provision of legal services to the South Asian community
• Increase awareness of the legal, political, economic, and cultural environment of South Asia in the local community

SABA-GA's monthly events include seminars, conferences, receptions with dignitaries, mentoring programs, awareness campaigns, networking events, community service projects, and recruiting events for law students. SABA-GA also works closely with other Georgia bar associations and voluntary organizations to maximize diversity in professional networking opportunities and the organization's visibility in the community.