This Vaisakhi - The Khalsa Does its Duty
This
Vaisakhi let us reflect on a new beginning that gives
us Compassion (Daya), Disclipine (Dharam), Courage (Himmat),
Strength (Mohkam) and make us all Masters (Sahib) of our destiny.
Lets
join hands and follow the path set by our Guru so that justice, peace
and prosperity prevails for all.
Dear Brothers and Sisters, we know that this does not come easy. The
panth continues to face challenges - be it in France where Sikhs are
forced to remove their dastaar at school or for their ID photo; in
European airports where Sikhs are made to remove their turban for
security screening; in India- where Balwant Singh Rajoana is
facing the death penalty; in Pakistan- where the Sikh victims from
the on-going war are still awaiting reparation; in Afghanistan- where
Sikh victims are not only awaiting reparation but are denied their
basic right to educate, burn their dead and don't have enough
security for women and children; in the UK where students continue to
face difficulty wearing a Kirpan to school; in USA where hatecrimes and
discrimination continue and there is no equal opportunity to serve
in the armed forces; in Canada - where Sikhs are forced to wear helmets
at work. However, UNITED SIKHS volunteers continue to work hard to make
sure that the strength of the Khalsa helps the community fight
adversity.
Through our annual Global Conference bringing together human and
civil rights advocates from around the world or through our Annual
Global and Civil Rights Report, we continue to shed light on the most
pressing issues of the global Sikh nation, and continue to fight for
the free practice of the Sikh faith.
UNITED SIKHS in its 11 chapters works day and night to make sure that
peace, justice and compassion prevails for all. This doesn't come easy,
and requires a lot of sacrfices by a number of volunteers,
members, who have given their countless hours to protect, fight,
educate and promote the actions reflecting on "Recognize the Human Race
as One". Also this wouldn't happen without the love, guidance and
support of all of you who read this message.
Please VOLUNTEER with us and provide YOUR FINANCIAL SUPPORT to keep this work alive.
UNITED SIKHS Volunteers in Action
A few highlights where our legal team has helped secure victory in keeping the Sikh Identity in the last year:
A few highlights of our humanitarian aid team:
? Africa Aid
? Japan Earthquake
? Pakistan Floods
? Panjab Floods
? Blood Donation
A few highlights of our Community and Empowerment Division (CEED) teams:
- DEEVA
- Sikhs For Fitness
- SWAN (Someone With A Need)
- The EduCare Center NYC
- UNITED SIKHS Camps
- Sikh Awareness
Through Libraries (SATL)
We at UNITED SIKHS marvel at the transcendent power that comes when humans leap selflessly into service and social justice activism. We pray to be simple, humble and brave.
Issued by:
UNITED SIKHS Global Volunteer Team
Email: contact@unitedsikhs.org
Contact availability: https://unitedsikhs.org/
A look inside UNITED SIKHS-
The Global Sikh Civil & Human Rights Report on the Sikh
Nation
-3rd
Global Sikh Civil Rights Report (2010)
-2nd
Global Sikh Civil Rights Report (2009)
-1st Global Sikh Civil Rights Report (2008)
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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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 endeavour 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 has sought to fulfil 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.