An Appeal For The Katkari
The Katkari are amongst the poorest people in India. A disenfranchised tribal group, legislated more than a hundred years ago by the British as a "criminal tribe", they are largely landless and are enslaved in brickworks as "bonded labour". Despite this, their spirit is strong.

This video examines their plight, looks at one group trying to help them and appeals to the international community to help change their lot. Videoed on location in India in March 2004, it features unique performances by several Katkari musicians.
Produced by
The Rainforest Information Service.
Directed by
John Seed & Neil Pike


DVDs of this video are available from
www.rainforestinfo.org.au