Date:13th June, 2018
 
SHILLONG FAMILIES NEED CONTINUED SUPPORT
Global United Nations-Associated NGO UNITED SIKHS Humanitarian Update from Ground Zero
 
 
SHILLONG, INDIA - As the world continues to watch the ongoing crisis, UNITED SIKHS remain committed to providing humanitarian aid to residents of all faiths in Punjabi Lane. Through our mission to uplift those affected by disasters – both natural and man-made – we continue to provide food rations, as well as fire safety equipment and training.
 

 
While daily wage earners have been most affected by the crisis, UNITED SIKHS will continue to work with local authorities to call for peace. As an associate of the United Nations Dept. of Public Information, we are grateful for our partnerships with Chief Minister Conrad Sangma, Shillong Police and Fire Brigade, Guru Nanak Gurdwara and the community of local NGOs.
 
UNITED SIKHS will strive towards bridging all affected parties together to establish a long-term resolution to the crisis. As a global human rights advocacy organization, we are grateful authorities are actively working together to ensure a swift return to daily life is achieved and maintained. We are humbled by the opportunity to serve the people of Shillong upon their request and thank our supporters for their contributions to our ongoing relief efforts.
 
Parminder Singh, Sikh Aid Relief Coordinator for Shillong distributing clothes.
 
Since our arrival in Shillong on June 1, UNITED SIKHS have served rations, including rice, lentils and wheat, to feed 300 families. In addition, the Shillong relief team have provided 5 kilos of wheat and bottled water, and are now looking to provide bedding for their homes. We will provide ongoing updates as we continue to distribute aid.
 
UNITED SIKHS Relief Team Provide Bedding (left) and Install Fire Extinguishers (Right) for Shillong Families

 
For the latest updates from Ground Zero, please visit UNITED SIKHS on our website, Facebook and Twitter. To support the campaign to Feed Shillong Families, please visit:https://unitedsikhs.org/donate/.
 
Issued by:
Gurvinder Singh
Director, UNITED SIKHS
E:sikhaid@unitedsikhs.org
 
 
ABOUT UNITED SIKHS
UNITED SIKHS is a United Nations-associated global charity that advocates for civil and human rights, registered in India. Our International Civil & Human Rights Advocacy helps advance the economic, social and spiritual empowerment of minorities and other marginalized groups and individuals in need, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, social status, age or ability. We achieve this by protecting and enforcing the civil and human rights of minorities and marginalized groups in the Americas, Europe and Asia. Visit us at www.UNITEDSIKHS.org.