Daily Archives: February 20, 2015

Sharmila Tagore (UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, Actress and Begam Ayesha Sultan of Pataudi)

“The way Indian creative sectors and artists are projected abroad is quite limited.  The full range of our talents is not really projected in the way it ought to be, probably because of the fragmented nature of the creative sectors itself.”

Sir Mark Tully (former Bureau Chief of BBC and writer)

“I do believe very strongly that we need to broaden the cultural links between our two countries and around the world. But at the same time I do believe very firmly that this does not mean producing a mish mash of culture but it means respecting and learning from each other’s cultures which I believe…

Dr Amin Jaffer (International Director of Asian Art for Christies)

“I believe that this initiative is going to place India once again in the forefront of international minds when it comes to design the applied arts fashion media across the board.”

Sir Richard Stagg (Ex Ambassador to India 2011 presently British Ambassador to Afghanistan)

“If you look at the importance of culture and creativity in India it is clear that it is essential to the Indian personality and identity.”

Manish Mehrotra (Executive Chef for Pan Asian Cuisine for Old World Hospitality and Head Chef at Indian Accent)

“CSSG is a wonderful initiative. It’s my honour and privilege to be associated with it.”

Marcello Tully Michelin Starred (Head Chef at The Isle of Skye’s Kinloch Lodge)

“This charitable organisation is driven in its determination to help young underprivileged people gain the opportunity and an open door to learn a trade, become self-sufficient and to fulfill their ambitions.”

Ian Curley Hatted (Executive Chef of the European Melbourne Australia)

“It has been my pleasure to work with CSSG in promoting a chance for young people to be able to turn their lives around. I have been both inspired and motivated to work with some of the worlds’ best chefs and to create an opportunity for people to have the opportunity to build a life…

Peter D’Ascoli (Creative Director at D’Ascoli & Company)

“Training and education give life direction and allows an individual to provide for themselves, their loved ones, and society at large. Ultimately, having a vocation helps give meaning to life. CSSG exists to deliver training to underprivileged youths, and I count it an honour and a privilege to support their good works.”

Ana Maria Labin (International renowned Soprano)

“As a result of working with CSSG my mind to how charity CAN work in India. CSSG allows amazing young people get chances and opportunities, ones that many of us in the western world take for granted.”

Arun Kumar Tiwari (Creative Head and Owner, Earthen Canvas)

“I was approached by a friend to extend an opportunity to a young man within my studio. The young man was being supported by CSSG. After looking into the work CSSG does I was more than eager to help with this young man’s future.”