GOPIO International was formed in 1989 at the first convention of PIOs held in New York. GOPIO is active in 28 countries with over 78 chapters around the globe.

GOPIO Central Jersey (CJ) Chapter was formed in 2008. GOPIO-CJ serves as a non-partisan, secular, civic and community service organization.

GOPIO – CJ provides a global forum to foster fellowship and enhance networking & helps promote awareness of Indian culture, customs and contributions of PIOs through community programs, forums, events and youth activities.