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mka youth
MKA Youth is a branch of Marathi Katta Australia (MKA), established to encourage youth from all backgrounds to participate in cultural and social events. Our aim is to unite the community and raise funds to support those in need. All funds raised by MKA Youth are directed to Marathi Katta Australia to further its charitable mission.
Our vision at MKA Youth is to foster positive change. Together, we have built an inclusive and ever-growing community that strives to innovate, create, and inspire. We are committed to providing a platform for youth to engage and collaborate in the creative and performing arts. Most importantly, we are driven by a shared goal to support the less fortunate and enrich our community as a whole.
Discover the remarkable journey of MKA Youth. We invite you to join us and be a part of the next chapter in our story.
Our Story
NOVember 2017
The initial idea for creating MKA Youth was developed by co-founders Ranjeet Manjrekar and Vighnesh Chandurkar in collaboration with Marathi Katta Australia (MKA).
December 2017
MKA Youth established its inaugural executive team to lead the youth branch of Marathi Katta Australia and to inspire young people from diverse backgrounds to unite and raise funds for the less fortunate in our society, guided by MKA's 7-Point Mission.
JANUARY 2018
MKA Youth began organising its first musical charity theatre production, 'Boys Will Be Boys', to provide a platform for young people to showcase their talents while also raising funds to support disadvantaged members of our society.
april 2018
MKA Youth hosted its first Marathi radio show to raise awareness about the organisation and its upcoming activities.
august 2018
MKA Youth successfully coordinated 2 shows of their musical theatre production,'Boys Will Be Boys' and raised over $6,000 to use towards the organisation's 7 point agenda and help those in need.
october 2018
MKA Youth assisted Marathi Katta Australia in organising Dandiya Night, a cultural event aimed at raising additional funds for future charitable initiatives.
november 2018
In response to the growing number of youth volunteers eager to support charitable activities and fundraising efforts, MKA Youth introduced its 2018/19 Executive Team along with its inaugural Organising Committee.
february 2019
MKA Youth hosted its first formal social event, Jab We Ball, with the aim of raising awareness about its charitable initiatives and encouraging new individuals to get involved with the organisation, ultimately helping to grow the team.
march 2019
MKA Youth launched its second musical theatre production 'UNSPOKEN '.
april 2019
MKA Youth partnered with FoodBank to distribute $750 worth of essential food items to individuals in need across New South Wales.
august 2019
MKA Youth successfully coordinated three performances of their musical theatre production, 'UNSPOKEN', raising over $9,000 to support the organisation’s 7-Point Mission and assist those in need.
Musical theatre productionS
We organise musical theatre productions that provide a platform for youth in the community to showcase their talents in acting, dancing, music, costume design, set design, and more.
2018
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