13 years and counting … UNITED SIKHS was founded in 1999 in the New York metropolitan area. Over the past 13 years, we have expanded to include 3 directorates: ICHRA ( International Civil and Human Rights Advocacy), CEED (Community Education and Empowerment Directorate), and UNITED SIKHS’ Aid. We also feel blessed that we are able to serve the Sikh and all minority communities globally.
As we embark on this journey for the year 2013, we request your support. Please make your year end tax deductible donation today!
Here are some highlights of our work for each month of 2012 :
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We are humbled and very grateful for the support you have given us in the past years.
Your faith in our work carves the way for us to shape a better future for our community.
Stay in Chardi Kala !
Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh !
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UNITED SIKHS Australia victories-
- Kirpan no longer considered an “offensive weapon” by Australian police due to diligent work of UNITED SIKHS sewadaars.
- Accomplished rectification of discriminatory practices against a school girl (cutting of her hair by a student), a pizza hut worker (turban case), a nurse and a supermarket worker (kara cases).
- Liaising with The Northern Territory Government and police in the prosecution of a hate crime against a taxi driver.
- Established a database for Australian Hate crime victims.
UNITED SIKHS Canada victories-
- Favorable ruling by FIFA for Sikh boys who were stopped from playing Soccer. FIFA highlighted the fact that this was against the Canadian Charter of Rights and the boys are able to participate without having to lose their identity.
- Escalated incident of Khalsa school wall which was painted with Racist comments to all the area MPs, MPPs and Councilors. The incident was condemned by them in official letters sent to UNITED SIKHS which was forwarded to School Principal and assured him that all possible help would be made available to avoid any such incidents in the future.
- Canadian Sikh woman, Rajvindar Kaur Gill, went missing in Pakistan. UNITED SIKHS reached out to the Pakistani Counsel General in Canada and sought assurances for assistance to the family of the girl for legal matters and all possible help from the government for her safe and secure return.
A look inside UNITED SIKHS-
UNITED SIKHS serves in the fields of:
Sikh-Aid:The Sikh Aid team provides non-partisan global humanitarian disaster relief services, which not only provide immediate aid but also rehabilitation help to the needy.
International Civil and Human Rights Advocacy (ICHRA): Standing up for and helping protect the civil and human rights of minorities and marginalized groups in the Americas, Europe and Asia.
Community Empowerment and Education Division (CEED): Empowering individuals and groups to attain their full potential and become active participants in society through Education, Training and Community development projects. They take their place in the decision-making processes in their local community as well as in the international arena.
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Our Mission
To transform underprivileged and minority communities and individuals into informed and vibrant members of society through civic, educational and personal development programs, by fostering active participation in social and economic activity.
UNITED SIKHS is also an avenue for networking between like-minded organisations to establish and nurture meaningful projects and dialogues – whether social, cultural, or political- to promote harmony, understanding and reciprocity in our villages, towns and cities.
UNITED SIKHS is a coalition of organisations and individuals, who share a common vision based on the belief that there is no greater endeavor than to serve, empower and uplift fellow beings. The core of our philosophy is an unwavering commitment to civic service and social progress on behalf of the common good.
Accordingly, UNITED SIKHS have sought to fulfill its mission not only by informing, educating and uplifting fellow beings but also by participating in cross-cultural and political exchanges to ensure that the promises and benefits of democracy are realized by all.
We at UNITED SIKHS believe that the development of enlightened and progressive societies can be made possible by socially conscious groups of people who make a commitment to develop and direct human potential. Our work, efforts and achievements stand as a testament to our faith in this vision.
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