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Vote: Make your voice heard

Vote in the Elections coming up in April 2026. It is important to make sure you are registered to vote – to determine the future of India and Tamil Nadu.  How to find your name in the voter list? Go to Tamil Nadu elections website  https://elections.tn.gov.in/ Select ‘Special Intensive Revision 2026’ option and go to the ‘Final Publication of Electoral Roll- SIR 2026’ section Submit details of the district, Assembly constituency, and select a preferred language preference — Tamil or English. Select a suitable name or polling booth according to one’s polling booth designations. Finally, download the final roll in PDF format, permitting one to search the name directly. Checking with Booth Level Officers (BLOs): Another option is to check with the BLOs. The BLOs maintain the voter list at the ground level and can provide assistance in verifying voter enrollment status.   If your name is not on the electoral roll If your name is not found on the final electoral roll, you need to submit Form 6. Along with completed Form 6, provide supporting documents to verify your age and residence, as well as a recent passport-sized photograph. Submit documents either online through the ECI website at voters.eci.gov.in or the ECINET app, or in person to the designated BLO. Eligible voters can also apply for alterations.  

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Top 5 Things to do on International Day of Charity

Looking to give back?Join Empower Tamizhagam to celebrate and lend a hand to your fellow man[woman and child] . You can donate your time, funds and goodies! Empower Tamizhagam (ET) is an India-based public charitable non-profit organization focusing on lives and livelihoods. ET has been duly granted approval by the Government of India as a tax-exempt NGO with CSR registration.Thank you volunteer @the_eddyist for the design. #ngo #charity #nonprofit #ngoindia #change #india #volunteer #cuddalore #ETIndia #ETImpact #empowertamizhagam #EBD #nonprofitsindia #donate #donation #livelihood #philanthropist #poverty #endpoverty #feedthepoor#humanrights #UN #internationaldayofcharity #bethechange #endhunger #IntDayOfCharity #charitydayUN #CharityDay

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World Water Day

Did you know that by 2030, India will not be able to meet half the water requirement? Even today, India is one of the most water stressed countries in the world. Roughly 2.2 billion people around the globe are living without access to clean and safe water. World Water Day is about taking action to tackle the global water crisis, it’s a day to prepare for how we manage water in the future.  Let’s take a pledge to use water more responsibly. Water affects everyone, please join us in taking action. Your funds and time are invaluable in making a difference in India. #ngo #charity #nonprofit #ngoindia #change #EBD #EBDglobal #ETIndia #ETImpact #empowertamizhagam #nonprofits # worldwaterday #SDG #SDG6 #WWD #water #waterscarcity #groundwatercrisis #publicpolicy #USA #California #CA #UN #UNwater #Chennai #Tamilnadu #India #volunteer #intern #donate

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India Giving Day

Every year people around the world come together to donate to the poor in India. Join us for this year’s India Giving Day. The United States has approximately 3.5 million Indian-born residents, who donate over one billion dollars to various non-profits for the enhancement of livelihoods in India. Your efforts will help create major changes in the lives of people back home. So, why donate to us?Your US contributions to EBD will not only give you 100% tax deduction but also deliver 10x impact. It means, your $100 = $1,000 in impact. We help to accelerate socio economic growth for marginalized families, enhance community action for initiating sustainable development process, and thereby create peaceful, prosperous and egalitarian society. You can volunteer your time, donate money, share your skills, provide products, etc. The list really is endless. EBD [Economic Business Development], Inc., a 501(c)3 Non-Profit California Corporation, is 100% tax deductible in the United States. EBD works closely with Empower Tamizhagam [ET-Impact] in India. Empower Tamizhagam is a tax-exempt NGO and has been duly granted 12A, 80G & CSR registrations by the Government of India. Core efforts span Poverty Relief, Livelihood and Public Policy. Join us today, lets create an impact in the lives of the poor in India. We look forward to your continued love, support, and generosity. ngo #charity #nonprofit #ngoindia #change #EBD #EBDglobal #ETIndia #ETImpact #empowertamizhagam #nonprofits #IndiaGivingDay #indianamerican #givingback #USA #California #CA #InvestInRuralPeople #Chennai #Tamilnadu #India #volunteer #Intern

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Citizen Access to Benefits (CAB)

Govt Schemes worth over 10 Billion USD not completely utilised Government (both centre & state), NGOs provide multiple schemes, grants, support and subsidies which often go unclaimed due to lack of guidance and awareness amongst the public.   Empower Tamizhagam’s CAB – Citizen Access to Benefits tries to bridge this gap and ensure the poor and underserved get fast-track benefits. The vision Are you in for the ride? Funds, time and great ideas drive change. For more information on CAB…. ETIndia #ETImpact #empowertamizhagam #InvestInRuralPeople #ngo #charity #nonprofit #ngoindia #change #chennai #india #volunteer #cuddalore #panruti #neyveli #nonprofits #EBD #farmer #agriculture #rights #benefits #knowyourrights #women #women entrepreneurs #SHG #MSME #bethechange  #donate

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Help Us Today

How can you create a better world today? Help us with your expertise with: Join us today to create impact!  www.etindia.org/volunteer At a minimum, you can LIKE or SHARE our posts. If you want to improve the lives and livelihoods of the poor, then this opportunity is for you! We are looking for volunteers who can share their skills and experience to create a meaningful impact. You would have the opportunity to work on research, design and implementation of multiple social projects.We focus on public policy relating to lives and livelihoods. We are government registered and tax-exempt. Efforts tend to be India-wide with focus on Tamil Nadu state. Do engage and volunteer with us. #ngo #charity #nonprofit #ngoindia #change #EBD #EBDglobal #ETIndia #ETImpact #empowertamizhagam #nonprofits #policy #publicpolicy #USA #InvestInRuralPeople #Chennai #Tamilnadu #India #volunteer #intern #graphicdesigner #webdesigner #administration #policyanalyst #policyanalysis #internships #CA #PR #publicrelations #CSR #lawyer #legalteam #legalexpert

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