Browsing Tag: Sikh identity

‘Roots of Love’ ~ Harjant Gill’s New Documentary

And it’s heartbreaking to watch juxtaposed sequences of Dastarbandi (turban tying ceremony) of a young boy and a young Sikh man getting a haircut, both for the first time in their lives.
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Recognizing the Human Race as One : United Sikhs serve Langar at the Glide Foundation

Dr Harbans Singh Saron mentioned the importance of the Sikh value of "commitment to service" that goes beyond serving food. He said: "As we ring in the new year with Vaisakhi, there could not be a better way than to join our brethren at the Glide Church with the message of hope and love".
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Fiona Aboud: Sikhs in America

In the face of continued discrimination and hate crimes that largely go unreported by the media, many Sikhs remain strong and steadfast to their beliefs and traditions.
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The Gift of Dastar

The turban is our Guru's gift to us. It is how we crown ourselves as the Singhs and Kaurs who sit on the throne of commitment to our own higher consciousness...
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Sikh “Turbanology” To Train Police Officers

“A very commendable effort of looking beyond stereotypes and understanding the significance of the turban.”
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Interview with members of the SMU Sikh Student Association

Jaipreet Suri, President; Gunvant Sachar, Historian; Priyanka Hooghan, Vice-President; Ravneet Goomber, Treasurer; and Komal Suri, Secretary
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Book on history of Sikhs in Holland

Known for his great work on the world wars depicting Sikhs’ contribution to the world during the wars, this book reveals the history of Sikhs living in Holland.
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Making an Impression - A True Story

Letter from an American woman sharing her experience and a story about the Sikhs.
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