TASI - The Animation Society of India

The Animation Society of India (TASI) has been formed with a view to increase awareness of the medium of animation in India. It aims to educate the emerging generation and the public at large and at the same time provide a platform for the exchange of creative and technical information within the Indian art and animation fraternity in order to strengthen existing talent and encourage growth by educating and guiding prospective artists in India.

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NASSCOM - National Association of Software and Service Companies

NASSCOM is India’s premier trade body and the chamber of commerce of the IT software and services industry in India, with over 1100 members, of which over 250 are global companies from the US, UK, EU, Japan and China. NASSCOM’s member companies are in the business of software development, software services, software products, IT-enabled/BPO services and e-commerce.

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ASIFA (INDIA) - Association of International Du Film D’ Animation, India

The Association of International Du Film D’ Animation, officially called ASIFA, is a professional body, recognized by UNESCO, devoted to developing film animation both as an art and also as an effective means of communication. ASIFA today enjoys a representation from over 55 countries.

ASIFA India received its official charter on November 25, 2000, and it aspires to the same ideals and goals as the international organization. By staying true to the spirit and upholding one of its mottos of blending art and technology, making available invaluable knowledge and information, ASIFA India throughout the year, arranges several free workshops, namely the CG-Meetup. The chapter also recognizes the best animation in India through the ASIFA India Awards of Excellence. In addition to this ASIFA India also extends its support to other community building events.

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WIA (INDIA) - Women In Animation

Women In Animation is a professional, non-profit organization established in 1994 in US to foster the dignity, concerns and advancement of women who are involved in any and all aspects of the art and industry of animation. WIA is also an educational organization. Through our workshops, meetings and panels you are bound to gain valuable insight into the industry, opportunities available to you and other educational resources in your area.

Women In Animation is currently in the process of starting its Indian chapter and is actively looking for volunteers to help launch this organization at a grass roots level. The Indian chapter is led by Saraswathi Balgam with help from Rekha Thorat. All interested individuals should please send an email to info@womeninanimation.in and you will be notified soon about the first get together to establish and formalize the organization.

The WIA India website is being developed.

ABAI - Association of Bangalore Animation Industry

ABAI was formed by like minded people to have an association that would regulate the Animation business activities in Bangalore & contribute towards the greater good of the regional animation industry. Their vision is to create a platform and bridge the gap between, production facilities and qualified manpower and to promote Animation, Gaming and VFX professionals and production houses in Bangalore. The association will constantly encourage talent to enhance artistic and digital skills qualitatively.

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