SALSA
A National Peer Network of
South Asian Leaders of Student Associations
Why Join
National Awareness
Know how Student Associations are responding to campus-level, cultural, macro-economic and political shifts.
Specialized Peer Group
Peers that understand specific Academic, Cultural, Familial, Political, and Social pressures unique to this community.
National Visibility
Showcase leadership wins, original ideas, and gain visibility for your campus campaigns and initiatives nationally.
Stronger Together
Always On Alliance, High-Level Connections, Regional Collaboration, Shared Playbooks, Synchronized Moments
Why Join
Nationwide Awareness
See how student orgs nationwide navigate campus realities, cultural and political shifts.
Specialized Peer Group
South Asian Student Orgs and Leaders sit at a complex intersection: campus activism, culture, DEI, diaspora dynamics, geopolitics, and identity. A peer group that understands your unique leadership pressures.
Diaspora-Rooted Resources
Build programs grounded in real diaspora experiences.
National Visibility
Get national visibility for your campus initiatives and impact.
Showcase Platform
Share leadership wins and original ideas nationwide.
Media Ecosystem Access
Access South Asian Spotlight, events, and The INDUStry Show.
Connections
Connect with activists, creators, executives, and founders.
Regional Collaboration
Collaborate with nearby campuses on shared in-person programming.
Shared Playbooks
Learn from proven initiatives across campuses nationwide.
Always-On Alliance
An always-on digital network of South Asian leaders.
Synchronized Moments
Coordinate Diwali, Holi, and major moments nationally.
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FAQs
Who is SALSA for?
SALSA is for current and incoming South Asian leaders of student organizations. Presidents, vice presidents, board members, and organizers who are actively running things on campus.
Is this another student club?
No. SALSA doesn’t replace your campus organization and doesn’t govern it. It’s a peer network for you as a leader, not a new layer of bureaucracy.
What’s the actual time commitment?
Depends on you. SALSA is designed to plug into on a needs basis. Engage when something is relevant, not on a fixed weekly schedule.
Is this just for Indian Student Associations?
No. SALSA is for South Asian leaders across student orgs.
Is this an activist or political group?
No. SALSA isn’t about pushing positions or politics. It’s a space to understand what’s happening nationally, learn from each other and make informed decisions that empower you, and fit your campus and community.
Is this only for large universities?
No. Smaller schools often benefit the most through regional collaboration, shared programming, and access to visibility they wouldn’t have on their own.
What do members actually get access to?
A national peer network, private discussions, opportunities for visibility, regional collaboration, and pathways into ASAN’s media and events ecosystem.
Is there a cost to join?
No. SALSA is free for student leaders.
Do international students belong here?
Yes. SALSA intentionally brings together domestic and international student leaders to bridge gaps and share perspective.
What happens after graduation?
You stay connected through ASAN’s broader professional network. SALSA is a starting point.