Dzsaj Bhím Közösség

Founded in 2007, Dzsaj Bhím Közösség is a community organisation based in Miskolc, Hungary working on human rights, education, community development.

Dzsaj Bhím Közösség (Jai Bhim Community) is a Hungarian community organisation founded in 2007 by Roma activists Derdák Tibor and Orsós János. Inspired by Dr. B. R. Ambedkar and Ambedkarite Buddhism, it campaigns for equal rights and against discrimination faced by the Roma community in Hungary. It maintains Dr. Ámbédkar secondary schools for Roma children in Miskolc, Sajókaza and Ózd, runs community and youth activities, and promotes dialogue with Dalit activists from India. The organisation also advocates for changes to Hungarian legal language on race and ethnicity, and publishes educational and cultural materials. It operates mainly in north-eastern Hungary (Borsod region) and is publicly benefiting, with donations supported through the personal income tax 1% designation.