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Sikh Man Dies Two Weeks After Being Shot In Ohio (USA)

May 27, 2018

Jaspreet Singh of Monroe, Ohio died of injuries he sustained when he was shot at by 20-year-old Broderick Malik Jones Roberts on the night of May 12, a report in the Journal News said.

CNN Episode Featuring Sikh Community Airs May 6th: Sikh Coalition

May 4, 2018

United Shades of America with W. Kamau Bell will air the groundbreaking episode exclusively featuring the Sikh American community on Sunday, May 6th at 10 pm EST/PST, the Sikh Coalition said in a statement issued on May 02.

Sikh American Story To Air on CNN on May 6: Sikh Coalition

April 1, 2018

The Sikh Coalition announced this week that CNN’s Emmy Award-winning United Shades of America with W. Kamau Bell will feature the first-ever hour-long cable episode exclusively focusing on the Sikh American community.

New Wave of Hate Crimes Demands Vigilance, Says Sikh Coalition

March 9, 2018

A US based Sikh civil rights group called Sikh Coalition on Thursday expressed deep concern over rising menace of hate crimes against religious and ethnic minorities residing in USA.

Satjeet Kaur is New Executive Director of The Sikh Coalition

February 23, 2018

The Sikh Coalition has announced Satjeet Kaur as the organization’s new Executive Director. Satjeet Kaur will lead the day-to-day management of the Sikh Coalition’s staff and drive the strategic direction of the organization.

Authorities Commit To Making Decision in Northwest Illinois Hate Crime Case: Sikh Coalition

February 17, 2018

The Rock Island County Sheriff’s Department contends that the investigation had stalled because Uber has not responded to their warrant for the attacker’s Uber account information that was filed on February 6, 2018 - a week after the assault occurred.

USA: In Clear Hate Crime Case, Gunman Threatens Sikh in Northwest Illinois

February 15, 2018

It is learnt that a passenger put a gun to the head of a Sikh Uber driver after demanding to know “which country do you belong to?” and telling him “I hate turban people” on Sunday, January 28th.

Sikh Project Exhibition Launches in Maryland This Month

February 11, 2018

On February 14, 2018, the Sikh Project photography exhibition will launch in Sandy Spring, Maryland.

New Hate Crime Data Highlights Ongoing Reporting Problem, Says Sikh Coalition

November 17, 2017

The Sikh Coalition a USA based civil rights group here on Monday reminded the American public that newly published FBI hate crime statistics

Turlock City Council In California (USA) Declares November As Sikh Awareness Month

November 15, 2017

The month of November is observed as Sikh awareness month by various City councils in the United States of America.

USA: Sikh Doctor Discrimination Case Reaches Resolution

October 30, 2017

A resolution has been reached in the December 2016 employment discrimination lawsuit that was filed on behalf of Dr. Jaswinder Pal Singh, the Sikh Coalition announced today.

Sikhs In California To Celebrate Sixth Sikh Awareness Month In November

October 27, 2017

The Sikh Coalition a USA based Sikh Civil rights group has stated that for the sixth consecutive year the California legislature, led by Assembly member Ash Kalra,

Sikh Coalition To Undergo Leadership Change

September 2, 2017

As per the media inputs Sikh Coalition a US based rights group has announced that its Executive Director, Sapreet Kaur is stepping down on September 29th

Amrith Kaur Appointed as New Legal Director of the Sikh Coalition

August 23, 2017

Sikh Coalition announced Amrith Kaur as new Legal Director of the US based civil rights group. A release by the NGO states that Amrith Kaur will assume leadership of the Sikh Coalition’s free legal program.

#RememberOakCreek Campaign Reaches 13 Million in USA: Sikh Coalition

August 12, 2017

The Sikh Coalition successfully completed a communications campaign to #RememberOakCreek that reached a potential 13 million across the USA.

Sikh in 23 US Cities Honor Oak Creek Shooting Victims Through Seva

August 8, 2017

Inspired by the Oak Creek Sikh Sangat’s Chardhi Kala 6K Memorial Walk/Run, the Sikh Coalition organized the fifth annual "National Day of Seva" in honor of those who lost their lives and loved ones at the Oak Creek Gurdwara on August 5, 2012.

USA: Sikhs Hold Richmond Day Service In Memory Of Oak Creek Massacre Victims

August 2, 2017

As per the local media report the Sikhs of Richmond invited and tried to reach the collective community to join them on Saturday in an act of service

Sikhism Included in Tennessee (USA) Classrooms

August 1, 2017

It is learnt that last week, the Tennessee State Board of Education voted to approve new social studies standards, which for the first time ever include Sikhism.

Empowering Sikhs in Kentucky (USA): Sikh Coalition

June 30, 2017

From gurdwara security to youth empowerment, the Sikh Coalition is focused on promoting the resilience of the Sikh American community.

Sikhs in USA to Observe Oak Creek Shooting Anniversary as ‘Day Of Sewa’

June 15, 2017

As per the press release issued by America based Sikh body the Sikh Coalition the incidence of Wisconsin Shooting which took place on August 5th 2012

USA: Sikh Couple Secures Right To Kirpan At Kaiser Permanente

May 26, 2017

As reported by Sikh Coalition two devout Sikh parents have received an apology from Kaiser Permanente along with a system-wide religious accommodation

USA: Two sentenced to 3 years in jail for assaulting California Sikh Man

May 19, 2017

Two men were found guilty on felony assault and hate crime charges and sentenced to a three-year term in California state prison on Thursday (May 18) for the brutal attack against Maan Singh Khalsa.

Sikh Voice Speaks Out At U.S. Senate Hate Crime Hearing

May 7, 2017

On May 02, 2017, Dr. Prabhjot Singh – a Sikh American who has experienced hate violence firsthand – testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee about the urgent need to address hate crimes in the United States.

FIBA Lifts Ban on Religious Headwear, including Sikh Dastar

May 5, 2017

In a game-changing move, FIBA, the world governing body for basketball, unanimously approved a new rule Thursday that will lift its ban on observant Sikhs and others wearing religious head coverings.

Vaisakhi Campaign Reaches 9 Million in USA: Sikh Coalition

April 15, 2017

50 bipartisan Members of Congress joined the Sikh Coalition to celebrate Vaisakhi by sharing over 60 social media posts that reached a potential nine million Americans.

USA: Sikh Coalition Invites Applications for Sixth Sikh Advocate Academy

March 30, 2017

Sikh Coalition continues to seek applications for its sixth Sikh Advocate Academy, its signature grassroots advocacy training program.

Hate Crime: Sikh Man Shot Near Seattle in USA

March 5, 2017

A Sikh man (who has chosen to remain anonymous) was shot and injured late Friday in Kent, Washington.

USA: Sikh Coalition Issues Advisory on Protection of Gurdwaras

February 24, 2017

In recent months, we have witnessed an increase in hate crimes against Sikh, Muslim, and Jewish communities across the United States.

USA: Sikh Servicemen Allowed To Wear Dastaar In The U.S Army

January 6, 2017

As per the report emanating in the local media , the U.S. Army issued updated rules governing religious liberty that significantly remove the hurdles for Sikhs who seek to serve in the armed forces of their country

FBI Includes Hate Crimes Against Sikh in Its Annual Report

November 19, 2016

This week, the FBI released its annual report on hate crimes, which for the very first time, includes reported hate crimes committed against Sikhs. According to the FBI, there were six hate crimes committed against Sikhs in 2015.

Sikhs in California Celebrate Fifth Sikh Awareness & Appreciation Month

November 19, 2016

Sikh Community in California are celebrating Sikh Awareness and Appreciation month this November in the state legislature, public schools, various cities,

Legal Suit Settled by Sikh Drivers with U.S.Trucking Firm

November 19, 2016

A discriminatory suit filed by four Sikh drivers against an American trucking giant has been settled amicably

USA: Hate Crime Charges Filed in Richmond Hate Crime Case

October 15, 2016

Today, the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office filed hate crime charges against the attackers of Sikh American Maan Singh Khalsa.

Sikh Assaulted, Hair Cut in USA; Sikh Coalition Urges Hate Crime Investigation

October 8, 2016

The Sikh Coalition reportedly sent a letter on Oct. 07 to the Richmond Police Department and the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office on behalf of Maan Singh Khalsa.

Sikh Coalition Updates about Anti-Bullying Law passed by California

September 27, 2016

As per Sikh Coalition update, California Governor Jerry Brown on September 25 signed AB 2845, a bill intended to combat bullying and discrimination in California public schools, into law.

Photo Exhibition Provides Window into Challenges And Resilience of Sikhs in US 15 Years After 9/11

September 18, 2016

The Sikh Coalition is launching The Sikh Project today! The groundbreaking free photography exhibition featuring portraits of Sikh American men and women provides a window into the challenges and resilience of the Sikh American community 15 years after 9/11.

More Progress In Battle To End Religious Discrimination: Sikh Coalition

September 15, 2016

The U.S. Army has granted another observant Sikh American soldier a long-term religious accommodation, permitting him to serve with his articles of faith intact.

Day of Seva Brings Communities Together Across the USA: Sikh Coalition

August 17, 2016

Inspired by the Oak Creek sangat’s Chardhi Kala 6K Memorial Walk/Run, the Sikh Coalition organized our 4th annual National Day of Seva, in remembrance and solidarity for those who were injured and killed on August 5, 2012, in Oak Creek, Wisconsin.

Chardhi Kala 6K Memorial Run and Walk to Honour Oak Creek victims

August 5, 2016

Today marks the fourth anniversary of the tragic Oak Creek, Wisconsin shooting, which left six innocent worshipers dead and several others severely injured.

Two Soldiers Take Next Step in Fight for Equality: Sikh Coalition

July 23, 2016

As per the Sikh Coalition, [o]n July 21, 2016, Specialist Harpal Singh successfully graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Jackson in South Carolina. During the ceremony, he was honored and given the “Soldier of the Cycle” award for being one of the best soldiers in his company.

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