Heba Jaleel’s thesis, We Too Belong Here: Uniting and Strengthening South Indians through Community Collaboration, tackles the issue of South Indian culture being overlooked and misrepresented within contemporary American society. In an increasingly diverse American landscape, the establishment and nurturing of a cohesive South Indian community holds immense significance. This thesis asserts the importance of South Indian representation in the United States and advocates for the creation of platforms and initiatives aimed at fostering community building and cultural preservation.