Federation of Kerala Associations in North America

FOKANA (Federation of Kerala Associations in North America) is the largest and oldest umbrella organization in the world, with over 75 member associations across the United States and Canada, representing about one million NRIs. The organization was founded in 1983. With more than 41 years of history promoting the rich culture and heritage of Kerala and advocating for NRI causes, FOKANA has become a household name among Malayalees worldwide. In addition to pioneering numerous programs to benefit American and Canadian Malayalees, FOKANA has launched several initiatives to preserve Kerala’s cultural traits within the diaspora community.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 2024-2026

Sajimon Antony

President

Sreekumar Unnithan

General Secretary

Joy Chackappan

Treasurer

Praveen Thomas

Ex Vice President

Vipin Raj

Vice President

Revathi Pillai

Womens Forum Chair

Manoj Eamana

Asso. Secretary

John Kallolickal

Asso. Treasurer

Appukkuttan Pillai

Add. Asso. Secretary

Milly Philip

Add. Asso. Treasurer

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