Mela Nordic
2025Founded in Sweden
3Cities: Malmö, Lund, Stockholm
5Kinds of events
100%Run by volunteers

Our manifesto

Our vision

We envision a thriving South Asian union where cultural diversity is celebrated, and mutual respect and understanding form the foundation of our community.

Celebrate diversity

The many languages, faiths and traditions of South Asia, side by side.

Common ground

We stand united against hate and communal divisiveness.

Human dignity

We uphold dignity and the non-discrimination of marginalised groups.

A safe space for dialogue

Disagreement is welcome – respect is not optional.

Audience at the Tagore choir concert in MalmöFlute and tabla at Aman Mela 2026 in Stockholm

What we do

Five ways we bring South Asia to the Nordics

Book talk with Dr Amit Singh

Talks

Book talks, panel discussions and audience Q&As on social, cultural and political issues.

GhostPeppers performing at No Borders

Music and art

We showcase South Asian talent in the Nordics and bring artists from around the world for cultural exchange.

Aurat March documentary screening

Film

Screenings of thought-provoking films centred on South Asian cinema, often with a talk afterwards.

Music at the 78 Years of Partitioned Voices workshop

Workshops

A platform for skill-sharing and learning about different arts and cultures.

Audience at Mela Nordic 2025 in Malmö

Festivals

We celebrate the diverse festivals of South Asia – with music, food and dance.

Moments from our events

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Join our movement

Learn more about South Asia and help build a stronger, united community.