Founded in 1987, EKTA is a proud and active member of the Unity organizations of Smith College. “EKTA" means "unity" in several languages spoken in South Asia. The organization aims to weave together its members' languages, cultures, faiths and identities in order to form a community among South Asians studying at Smith. Partnered with student organizations, staff and faculty, EKTA strives to bring the most relevant and engaging issues to both the South Asian community as well as to those interested in the region.