Bengali Cultural Association Oslo

The Bengali Cultural Association, a Socio-Cultural Organization under
the aegis of the Indian social-cultural traditions. This association is
the glorious achievement of the long cherished dream of the expatriate
Bengali community started trickling to Norway from the Indian State of
West Bengal since the last forty years. Though formally established in
2010, it has been the result of a continuous process of a desire of
socio – cultural relationship – to be in the motherland, away from the
motherland. The situation of instability and recluse could not deter the
earnest enthusiasm of a few individuals to cultivate and start the
process of sowing the seeds of this dream and then grooming over the
years and finally transforming it to a vibrant organization. The history of this organisation lay in the gallant sacrifices and
contributions of these individuals and will be remembered by all
forever. The Assoiciation aims to provide its members a platform with
the opportunity to take part in different cultural programs, exchange
ideas and discuss issues concerning us. The aim of this organisation is
to promote Bengali culture and traditions and draw attention to the
remarkable contribution Bengalis have made to the Norwegian society. The
last few years has seen the second generation establishing itself in the
Norwegian society, excelling in education and progressing to
professional jobs both in private and public sectors. However there is
an ever-growing vacuum among these Bengalis who are increasingly feeling
the distance and seclusion from their local communities. We hope that
this organisation will able to bringing together a strong network of
Bengalis to collectively share their successes and raise their profile
in Norway. At Bengali Cultural Association, Oslo, we pride ourselves in the daily
contribution to individual and community well being. We believe that by
sharing common values we can increase the opportunity of each individual
in the community.