The Federation of Malayalee Associations of Americas (FOMAA) Southeast Region represents the vibrant Malayalee community across southeastern states in the United States. This region plays a crucial role in uniting Malayalees by fostering cultural, social, and educational initiatives that celebrate Kerala’s rich heritage. Through member associations, the Southeast Region actively organizes events such as traditional festivals, youth leadership programs, and charity drives, serving as a bridge between generations and connecting the diaspora with their cultural roots.
In addition to cultural preservation, FOMAA Southeast Region emphasizes community building and advocacy. By collaborating with local organizations, corporate sponsors, and government entities, the region addresses the needs of the community, including immigration assistance, educational scholarships, and professional networking opportunities. Its efforts ensure that Malayalees in the Southeast not only stay connected to their heritage but also thrive in their adopted homeland. The region’s collective spirit and commitment make it an integral part of FOMAA’s mission to serve the global Malayalee community.
Founded in 2008, FOMAA comprises 84 Kerala / Malayalee associations throughout North America and Canada. FOMAA’s National Committee is democratically elected bi-annually by the National Assembly, consisting of 7 Delegates from each Member Association.
FOMAA is administratively divided into 12 Regions. Our Current Committee took charge on Nov 1st, 2023, and we have a roadmap of over 100 activities lined up for the next two years thru our various sub-committees, projects, and forums. One of the critical goals of FOMAA is to encourage people of Kerala & Indian origin to participate in public community leadership roles.
Regional Associations
Greater Atlanta Malayalee Association [ GAMA ]
Founded in 1981, Greater Atlanta Malayalee Association or GAMA is one of the oldest and largest Indian expatriate organizations in the United States. GAMA strives to preserve and promote the Malayalee’s social, cultural , educational, literary and artistic heritage through it’s programs and initiatives.
Atlanta Metro Malayalee Association [ AMMA ]
We are a group of Keralites who shared, presumed, and suggested a definitive concept of what a Malayalee association really should be, decided to form a new reality, an association AMMA a word which itself stresses an organic continuity of generations, from God?s own country – Kerala. All Malayalees will be incorporated into this association – AMMA.
Kerala Association of Nashville, TN [ KANTN ]
Kerala Association of Nashville is a non-profit, political, secular and cultural organization, organized exclusively for charitable and educational purposes. The Kerala Association of Nashville was established in 2008 and registered in the State of Tennessee as a nonprofit cultural organization.
Augusta Malayalee Association [ AMAA ]
The Augusta Malayalee Association (AMAA) is a non-profitorganization with the purpose of facilitating artistic, cultural, educational, intellectual, linguistic, literary and social interests of the Malayalee community and their friends in the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA). AMAA strives to foster positive relationship and goodwill with the local communities and promote charitable activities. AMAA shall not have any political, religious, or any other partisan affiliations.
Malayalee Association of South Carolina Upstate [MASC Upstate]
Malayalee Association of South Carolina Upstate (MASC Upstate) has been formed as a registered non-profit organization to bring together all the Malayalees of this part of the United States. MASC Upstate will help the local people to develop social interaction , maintain the cultural heritage , promote the arts and cultural talents of the people , formulate charity projects and programs , foster relations with other communities.
