Partners of Sangeeta Bharati America
Sangeeta Bharati America builds collaborations with academic, cultural, and service organizations to create global learning pathways, enable youth exchange initiatives, and advance the preservation and promotion of Indian classical arts.
Our partners form the academic, cultural, and service backbone of Sangeeta Bharati’s international mission. Together, we support formal learning pathways, cross-cultural exchange, community engagement, and the long-term stewardship of India’s classical music and dance traditions.
Hindu University of America (HUA)
Academic Partnership | Higher Education & Knowledge Systems
Hindu University of America (HUA) is a U.S.-based, non-profit institution of higher learning dedicated to the study and dissemination of Hindu and Indian knowledge systems, including philosophy, Sanskrit, Yoga, and the Bhagavad Gita.
Sangeeta Bharati America maintains a formal academic partnership with HUA to strengthen educational pathways for students and educators in Indian classical arts. This collaboration supports structured learning, academic enrichment, and opportunities for formal recognition of cultural and knowledge-based studies within a higher education framework.
Partnership in Action:
- Academic enrichment and orientation programs for students and teachers
- Alignment of cultural learning with formal educational pathways
- Support for interdisciplinary study connecting music, dance, and Indian knowledge systems
The formal signing of a partnership agreement between the officials of Sangeeta Bharati America and the Hindu University of America (HUA).
Samskrita Bharati USA
Language & Cultural Education Partner | Sanskrit Studies
Samskrita Bharati USA is a non-profit organization dedicated to the revival and promotion of Samskritam (Sanskrit) as a living, spoken language across North America. The organization conducts classes, camps, workshops, and community programs for learners of all ages. It is known for its Samskritam as a Foreign Language (SAFL) curriculum, which holds formal accreditation with WASC, an Accrediting Commission.
Through this partnership, Sangeeta Bharati America strengthens the cultural and linguistic foundations of its music and dance education, helping students engage more deeply with the textual, philosophical, and traditional contexts that shape Indian classical arts.
Partnership in Action:
- Language and cultural enrichment for students and teachers
- Support for understanding classical texts, compositions, and traditional terminology
- Integration of Sanskrit learning into arts-based education programs
Samskrita Bharati contributed to the articulation of Sangeeta Bharati’s vision statement, “nāda-brahmopāsatām” — “to revere sound (nāda) as Brahman (the ultimate reality)”. Volunteers from Samskrita Bharati provide ongoing linguistic and Sanskrit support for Sangeeta Bharati’s programs and publications, assisting in the review and refinement of educational materials to ensure cultural, linguistic, and traditional accuracy.
Youth For Seva (YFS), India
Service & Youth Engagement Partner | Community Leadership
Youth For Seva (YFS) is a nationally recognized non-governmental organization in India that promotes volunteerism, leadership development, and civic engagement among young people. Its work spans education, healthcare, environmental initiatives, and community development programs across multiple regions of India.
Sangeeta Bharati America collaborates with YFS through its International Youth Exchange and Service Learning initiatives, enabling students to combine artistic training with meaningful community engagement and social responsibility.
Partnership in Action:
- Youth exchange and service-learning programs in India
- Community engagement alongside cultural immersion
- Leadership development through volunteer-based initiatives
Students selected for our Summer Residency train under Gurus in India in collaboration with Sanskar Bharati and Youth For Seva.
Sanskar Bharati, India
Cultural Heritage Partner | Fine Arts & National Outreach
Sanskar Bharati is one of India’s largest cultural organizations dedicated to the preservation, promotion, and dissemination of the nation’s fine arts, including music, dance, theatre, literature, and visual arts. With a nationwide network of chapters and cultural programs, it plays a significant role in sustaining traditional and contemporary artistic expression across India.
Through its collaboration with Sanskar Bharati, Sangeeta Bharati America connects students and educators with grassroots and national-level cultural ecosystems in India, strengthening authentic exposure to artistic traditions and cultural leadership.
Partnership in Action:
- Cultural immersion and mentorship during youth exchange programs
- Access to regional and national arts networks
- Engagement with practicing artists, cultural leaders, and institutions
Students selected for our Summer Residency train under Gurus in India in collaboration with Sanskar Bharati and Youth For Seva.