1. Welcome Weavers Y-Our future Presentation to NIA Members Bart van de Ven

2. Weavers Weaving Two Fabrics

3. NIA Uniqueness Weavers with a pro-active interest in linking Indian and Dutch fabrics

4. Vision An excellent Dutch based internationally linked network for high level, stimulating exchanges for further integration of Indian fabrics into a Dutch context.

5. Future Path Institution NIA today Excellent Association External Profile Value for Members 2004 2006 2008 2010

6. More Value to Members Each their own weave Settlers Off spring settlers Hindustani Temp Knowledge workers Mixed Marriages Love India Academia Other Organisations Dedicated Co-ordinator Task to weave better

7. What you will see 500 members One group General programs Limited Budget Ad hoc international Occasional sponsor Festive themes Limited Support Larger network More segments + Special programs Increased budget Regular associated Active sponsor Annual themes Professional Support

8. Can we invite you ? Remarks on presentation Select your segment Pro active weaving Support + consume How can you contribute