My Mai Bhago Inspiration : Vivek Singh
My son, Viraat Singh, said: “I now recognise myself as the son of the King of Kings, Dasmesh Pita Guru Gobind Singh Ji, and I made so many new friends, it was the most satisfying weekend for me. I look…
A letter from the director of UNITED SIKHS
Queens, New York: With the shooting of another Sikh on March 3, 2017, in Kent, Washington, USA, we see that the events of 9/11 have historical impact. This impact is still becoming evident today and is felt in the vengeance attacks…
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Recent Victim of 9/11 Retaliation and Violence is Again A Sikh
Queens, New York: With the shooting of another Sikh on March 4, 2017, in Kent, Washington, USA, we see that the events of 9/11 have historical impact. This impact is still becoming evident today and is felt in the vengeance attacks…
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UNITED SIKHS Launches 2017 Civil Rights Survey
Please click here for 2017 Civil Rights Survey. In 2016, the Sikh community saw progress on some of the issues UNITED SIKHS has been advocating for since its incorporation as a civil and human rights advocacy, not-for-profit organization in 1999. Sikh cultural…
How We Fight Hate: Paying Homage to Dr. King
“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. As our country celebrates and honors the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.,…
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New NYPD Turban and Beard Rule Opens Employement Opportunities for Sikhs
Sikh NYPD Police Officers with Police Commissioner James O’Neil NEW YORK: On Wednesday, December 28, 2016, the New York City Police Department Commissioner, James O’Neill, announced that in order to continue to make the NYPD as diverse as possible, NYPD would…
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The Time Is NOW – Act to Ensure Justice Prevails
Dear Supporter, Now, more than ever, we have to fight for the civil and human rights of our people. Since the November election, safety has become an increasing concern for many of our families. Our safety and religious preferences are…
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Jailed American Father Fighting For Religious Rights Inches Closer to Freedom
New York: A California man who’s been unlawfully imprisoned overseas, woke up one step closer to freedom today – but his fate still hangs in the balance. One week after human rights groups stepped up their fight to bring home…
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Bring More Smiles to Families in Need
Husband and wife, Bharpoor Singh and Gursharan Jeet Kaur migrated from India to Japan in the 1990s. Bharpoor and his family fled Punjab after he was forced to endure torture and persecution because of his Sikh affiliation. For many years…
Calling Sangat Members in NY, NJ and CT! Help UNITED SIKHS by Completing a CDC Assessment
New York, NY: Over the summer, our supporters have received information from travellers about taking precautions before they travel. UNITED SIKHS has partnered with The Centers for Disease Control and Management (CDC) is working to educate on “Destination India, ”…
