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SALDEF will be listening closely to President Joe Biden's first address in hopes that he will discuss key topics pertinent to the Sikh Community.
“We hope the President makes a strong call for legislation to empower agencies to commit resources to counter the threat domestic terrorism and white nationalism imposes on minority institutions like Sikh gurdwaras (houses of worship). We also hope to hear a redoubled commitment to facilitate close communication and understanding between local law enforcement and the minority communities within their jurisdictions,” said Kiran Kaur Gill, Executive Director of SALDEF.
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https://saldef.org/saldef-watches-for-key-topics-in-president-bidens-2022-state-of-the-union-address/
Women throughout Sikh history have provided us with inspiration, moral dignity, and a legacy that pushes future generations to lead with the same passion and conviction.
For the month of march aka , we’re highlighting the Sikh women that have made amazing contributions but are still left out of history books.
It’s time to learn .
Freedom fighter Gulab Kaur, born a rural woman in Punjab, became the face of the Ghadhar party movement in Manila, Philippines. The Ghadar party was created in 1913 by Indians who settled abroad to fight the British via an armed revolution.
From supplying weapons to her party to being in charge of the printing press, Gulab Kaur remained committed to her cause, even leaving her husband behind in her fight against British rule in India.
What a historic way to wrap up !
We congratulate Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson on this historic nomination.
Judge Jackson's work on sentencing reform and defense of minority and low-income communities shines a light on her career as a fierce public servant.
It is a unifying and long overdue step taken by the Biden administration to nominate a justice that exemplifies the intersection of identities that represent America.
It’s time to celebrate! 🥳
We extend a huge congratulations to SALDEF SikhLEAD alumni Jaskaran Singh who is officially the national college jeopardy champion 🏆🤩
P.S. Thank you for the shoutout Jaskaran 🙏
Happy , 2/22/22!
Wishing the best of luck to former SikhLEADer, Jaskaran Singh as he represents UT Austin in the Jeopardy College National Championship.
We are excited to support Jaskaran and all the SikhLEAD alumni as they continue to make us proud with their amazing accomplishments!
Please show your support for Jaskaran Singh in the comments below and catch him on screen as his segment airs on February 11 at 8:30 EST.
Earlier today, the President’s Advisory Commission on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders was officially sworn in by Vice President Kamala Harris.
The team includes several Indian-American and South Asian-American members, including Dr. Kamal Singh Kalsi, LTC, USAR.
We extend our congratulations to Dr. Kamal Singh Kalsi for this historic achievement for the Sikh American community.
“Kamal is a trailblazer for our community and immensely deserving of this honor,” said Kiran Kaur Gill, Executive Director of SALDEF. “In addition to saving lives on the front lines in Afghanistan, he was the first Sikh in decades to be granted religious accommodation by the Department of Defense to wear the articles of his faith. His commitment to service is so strong that he founded the Sikh American Veterans Alliance (SAVA) to advocate for the rights of his fellow Sikhs in the military.
SALDEF supports and has partnered with SAVA in the past and we look forward to continuing to work with Kamal to address the needs of the Sikh American and Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities.”
For the last ten years, Perth-based Sukhjit Kaur Khalsa has created awareness on diversity, racism, and inclusion through performing arts.
Speaking to SBS Punjabi, this first-generation Australian Sikh says that apart from awards, a bigger change is needed when it practically comes to racism and feminism. "Coming from diverse backgrounds, we have to work 200% harder than others to ensure the right representation of our community and to show our honesty and belonging," says Ms Khalsa.
During a recent meeting, the Board of County Supervisors unanimously approved a special-use permit for the facility near Manassas. The Sikh Center of Virginia, at 8015 Buckhall Road, was built in 1973. The existing building is 6,800 square feet with 54 parking spaces.
This is our reaction when you submit your SikhLEAD application tonight before 11:59 PM EST. 🙌🏽
👉This is your last chance to be a part of the upcoming SikhLEAD 2022 cohort, apply now to develop your leadership skills, get a personal mentor, be placed in competitive internships and more!
✅Click the link in our bio to learn more and apply.
The SikhLEAD internship program’s unprecedented access to leaders with interests in diversifying public office is only one of many benefits of participating in the program.
Despite the program being virtual given the pandemic, the 2021 SikhLEAD program offered Sahaj the opportunity to meet individuals from across the country who have similar values, ethics, and the same burning desire to make an impact on the world.
Currently, SikhLEAD 2021 Intern Sahaj Singh is a junior at Harvard University studying a joint concentration in Social Studies and Philosophy, with a focus on transnational ethics and transitional justice. At Harvard, he is the Academic-Political Chair for the Harvard South Asian Association and the President of the Harvard Sikh Students Association.
Join other changemakers like Sahaj, apply to the SikhLEAD program now using the link in our bio!
Hurry! There are ONLY 10 days left to apply to the SikhLEAD program.
The SikhLEAD internship program provides students with skills that are essential for becoming community leaders that can foster social change.
From Senators to Representatives, to Assemblymen—the offices that the SikhLEAD interns will be working in will give Sikh American youth the opportunity to learn and gain hands-on experience, while the offices themselves get to engage, interact, and learn about the Sikh religion and culture.
Interested? Apply now to be placed in competitive internships.
https://saldef.org/initiatives/sikhlead/sikhlead/