Frequently Asked Questions: (FAQ)

  1. Who can join ATP?
  2. I am an Indian national but not in India, can I join ATP?
  3. I am a foreign national can I join ATP?
  4. How can I join ATP?
  5. I am not an Arunthathiyar, can I join ATP?
  6. How can I participate/ Volunteer in ATP?
  7. How can I contact ATP?
  8. How can I get updates from ATP?
  9. How do I get the books published by ATP?
  10. How can I view photos or videos of ATP in action?
  11. Can I post suggestion or views to ATP?
  12. How can I join ATP in social networks?

General Questions: -

  1. Who are Arunthathiyars?
  2. What is Arunthathiyars history in Tamil Nadu?
  3. Who is the founder president of ATP?
  4. How was ATP formed?
  5. What is the mission of ATP?
  6. What are the objectives of ATP?
  7. What has ATP achieved?
  8. What is ATPs role in achieving Arunthathiyars inner reservation in Tamil Nadu?
  9. What are ATPs efforts to abolish Manual Scavenging?
  10. How does ATP fight against atrocities towards Arunthathiyars?
  11. How does ATP fight against untouchability practices in Tamil Nadu?
  12. What are ATPs efforts to eradicate arrack and toddy?
  13. What does ATP do to empower Arunthathiyar women?
  14. What are the current focuses of ATP?
  15. Has ATP published any books?
  16. Does ATP publish magazines?

Who can join ATP?
Anyone, irrespective of nationality, culture or creed can join ATP. A person with social outlook in line with ATPs principles and objectives can join as a member of ATP. (Click here for Membership Forms)

I am an Indian national but not in India, can I join ATP?
Yes! ATP welcomes Indian Diaspora to join hands with its fight in social emancipation of Arunthathiayars and Dalits in general. (Click here for Membership Forms)

I am a foreign national, can I join ATP?
Yes! Foreign nationals can also join ATP and stand in solidarity with Arunthathiyars and with ATP. (Click here for Membership Forms)

How can I join ATP?
Please fill the membership form found in the website (Click here for Membership Forms). Send the form by mail or email to ATP Head office.

I am not an Arunthathiyar, can I join ATP?
Yes! A person with social outlook in line with ATPs principles and objectives can join ATP. (Click here for Membership Forms)

How can I participate/ Volunteer in ATP?
You can participate in ATP by becoming a member of ATP or work as a volunteer. Please fill the ATP Questionnaire found in the website. Send the form by mail or email to ATP Head Office. (Click here for 2010 ATP Questionnaire)

How can I contact ATP?
You can contact ATP by email, mail or phone. For web related information contact by email.

How can I get updates from ATP?
ATP website is updated regularly for events, galleries and news. Also ATP publishes monthly magazine “Aathithamizhan” (Tamil) which can be read online. Furthermore ATP sends out E- newsletter (English). To subscribe to E newsletter please email atp.martin@gmail.com

How do I get the books published by ATP?
ATP has published twelve books and it can be obtained by contacting ATPs head office by email or mail.

How can I view photos or videos of ATP in action?
ATP website is updated regularly with photos, videos, articles, notice of events and activities. Please visit the website regularly for updates. Also, ATP is in social networks like Youtube, Facebook, Twitter, Picasa and Flickr. E-newsletter is another way to be updated with photos or videos. Subscribe to these media for regular updates.

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Can I post suggestions or views to ATP?
Please post your opinions and views to ATP by email or mail to Head Office. Suggestions and comments about website can be sent to atp.martin@gmail.com

How can I join ATP in social networks?
Follow ATP in social networks like Youtube, Facebook, Twitter, Picasa and Flickr. Subscribe to join.

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What are the current focuses of ATP?
Along with its regular activities, Currently ATP focuses on

  1. Complete eradication of Manual Scavenging in Tamil Nadu.
  2. Fight for inner reservation for Arunthathiyars in Central Government and Public sectors
  3. Fight against atrocities and untouchability issues against arunthathiyars
  4. Rehabilitation conference of Cobblers, etc.,
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Has ATP published any books?
Yes! ATP has published twelve books (click here to view) and it can be obtained by contacting ATPs head office by email or mail.

Does ATP publish magazines?
Yes! ATP publishes a monthly magazine “Aathithamizhan” (Tamil) which can be read online. Furthermore ATP sends out E- newsletter (English). To subscribe to E newsletter please email atp.martin@gmail.com