The Indo-American Center in Chicago's West Ridge neighborhood said the Asian community has the largest wealth inequality gap of any ethnic group, which they are aiming to change one class at a time.
Jasmine MinorThe Indo-American Center in Chicago's West Ridge neighborhood is aiming to change the wealth gap in the city's Asian community.The Indo-American Center in Chicago's West Ridge neighborhood said the Asian community has the largest wealth inequality gap of any ethnic group, which they are aiming to change one class at a time.
Mohammed Gandhi said all the knowledge he needed to become financially independent came from right there in that building."You can come here and we will help you navigate whatever feels challenging or confusing," said Angie Lobo, executive director of the Indo-American Center.The center offers all kinds of social services; dance, yoga, financial literacy programs, book clubs and even legal support for immigrants.
"The South Asian community has grown so dramatically. And we actually can't rely on just the community support," said Anita Puri, Indo-American Center board president.
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