United Sikhs: Recognize the Human Race as One
UNITED SIKHS is a UN-affiliated, international non-profit, non-governmental, humanitarian relief, human development and advocacy organization, aimed at empowering those in need, especially disadvantaged and minority communities across the world.
UNITED SIKHS began in 1999 when a group of Sikhs from the New York metropolitan area banded together to assist in the socio-economic development of immigrant communities in Queens, New York.
Today, UNITED SIKHS is a grass-roots organisation with chapters in America, Asia and Europe that pursue projects for the spiritual, social and economic empowerment of underprivileged and minority communities.
UNITED SIKHS – Door way to the Guru :
Mission
To transform, alleviate, educate and protect the lives of underprivileged, individuals and minority communities impacted by disasters, natural or man-made, suffering from hunger, illiteracy, diseases, or from violation of civil and human-rights into informed and vibrant members of society by fostering sustainable programs regardless of color, race, religion or creed.
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.
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 social dialogues to ensure that the promises and benefits of democracy are realised by all.
UNITED SIKHS is also an avenue for networking between like-minded organisations to establish and nurture meaningful projects and dialogues – whether social, cultural or spiritual- to promote harmony, understanding and reciprocity in our villages, towns and cities.
To achieve its objectives, UNITED SIKHS also participates in coalitions that 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.
Equal Opportunities Statement
UNITED SIKHS is committed to the promotion of diversity and equal opportunities amongst its employees, volunteers and project beneficiaries.
UNITED SIKHS fervently believes in the promotion of diversity and equality for the benefit of the public by promoting the elimination of discrimination on the grounds of age, colour, race, religion or belief, caste, ethnic or social origin, gender, genetic features, disability, sexual orientation or language, by advancing education in equality and diversity, and by promoting attitudes, customs and practices in favour of equality.
Promotion of diversity and equality will occur through the use of publications, the media, and public advocacy and through meeting the charitable needs of those who have suffered discrimination on the aforementioned terms.
Empowerment and Education
UNITED SIKHS believes in empowering individuals and groups to help them attain their full potential and become active participants in society. Empowerment occurs largely through education, training and community development projects. UNITED SIKHS aims to encourage people to participate in the decision-making processes in their local community as well as taking their place in the international arena.
The following sub projects are part of the Empowerment and Education project:
Community and Multi-faith Awareness
The grounding principle of UNITED SIKHS’ Multifaith work is “if you don’t see God in all, you don’t see God at all”. The organisation is committed to working with other faiths and traditions, to advance a just and peaceful world. UNITED SIKHS is an active participant in international dialogue on multifaith issues, and specifically strives to improve the understanding and treatment of minority religions, traditions and beliefs.
By the very nature of its inception, UNITED SIKHS is also able to provide expert insight into the Sikh religion. We therefore use our expertise to raise awareness of Sikhism through seminars, lectures and innovative methods. Essentially the aim is to help employers, law enforcement officers, public officials and anybody else understand the religion and break down barriers faced by Sikhs, by showing that they can fully participate in all avenues of daily life.
The following sub projects are part of the Community and Multifaith Awareness project:
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. The team also runs projects to help eradicate poverty and works towards creating a healthier and happier world. The Sikh Aid Directorate has expanded to include blood and health drives.
GHANAIA (Giving Humanitarian Aid Necessities and Assistance Impartially to All) was set up in 2003 and has provided relief to survivors of Asian Tsunami, American Katrina and Rita Hurricane Relief, South Asian Earthquake in India and Pakistan, and the Indonesian Earthquake.
The following sub projects are part of the Sikh Aid project:
- Australia Cyclone Relief 2017
- Hurricane Sandy Relief Efforts
- GHANAIA Asian Earthquake Relief
- GHANAIA Indonesian Earthquake Relief
- GHANAIA Katrina Hurricane Relief
- GHANAIA Malaysian Flood Relief
- GHANAIA Philippines Relief Effort
- GHANAIA Tsunami Relief
- Good Will Walk Canada 2014
- Good Will Walk Malaysia 2014
- Good Will Walk Malaysia 2015
- Guru Nanak Food Pantry
- Malaysian Flood Relief 2014
- Make Poverty History
- Pakistan Floods 2010
- Pakistan IDP Relief Project
- Peru Flood Relief 2017
- Panjab Floods in India 2010
- UNITED SIKHS Aid Feed The Hungry
- UNITED SIKHS AID Florida Tornado Relief
- UNITED SIKHS AID Japan Earthquake and Tsunami 2011
- UNITED SIKHS AID Kashmir Relief 2014
- UNITED SIKHS AID Haiti Earthquake Relief
- UNITED SIKHS AID Hurricane Ike
- UNITED SIKHS AID Myanmar Cyclone ‘Nargis’ Relief
- UNITED SIKHS AID Panjab Flood Relief
- UNITED SIKHS: Africa Aid
- UNITED SIKHS European Refugee Relief Effort 2015-2016
- Uttrarkhand Disaster Relief Efforts
- UNITED SIKHS Myanmar Flood Relief 2015
- UNITED SIKHS Nepal Earthquake Relief 2015
Downloads
UNITED SIKHS Gurgaon CAMP 2017
Annual Reports
- Audit statement and tax return 2015
- Audit statement and tax return 2014
- Audit statement and tax return 2013
Asia-Pacific | |
India | PO Box No. 19, Amritsar-143001, Panjab, India |
Pakistan | Address: Office No.176-A, UG Deans Trade Centre F.C Chowk, Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtoonkhwa, Pakistan. Email: unitedsikhs-pakistan@unitedsikhs.org Tel: 0092-333-9113230 |
Malaysia | Address – 2nd Floor Wisma Tatt Khalsa, |
Australia | Address: 2) PO BOX 425, Epping Victoria 3076, Melbourne, Australia |
Europe | |
UK | Address: PO Box 43799, London, W14 8SS, United Kingdom |
Ireland | Address: 4 Castlegateway, Adamstown Castle Adamstown, Lucan, Co Dublin |
France | Address: 20, Allee Des Geais, |
Belgium | Address: Halmaal Dorp 20, |
North America | |
United States | Address: JAF, POB 7203, New York, NY 10116, USA |
Canada | 1) UNITED SIKHS Ontario Office: UNITED SIKHS 209-2970 Drew Road, Mississauga, Ontario, L4T 0A6 CANADA Tel:1-905-672-2245 Email: unitedsikhs-canada@unitedsikhs.org 2) UNITED SIKHS British Columbia Office: |
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