Anti-Violence . Legal . Sikh Hate Crime Hotline

Toll free: 866-SIKH-AID (866-745-4243) E-mail: SikhAid@yahoo.com

Provide direct support by comforting and assisting the victim.
Document crimes on a centralized Sikh community website in order to provide a coordinated effort.
Provide information, community resources, and refer to appropriate professionals.
Assess and determine long-term solutions by forming a network and executing community outreach programs to educate mainstream Americans.

A Coalition for Sikh Awareness has been formed

To create a safer environment for all Sikhs to live openly and freely
Keep abreast of the issues affecting the Sikh Community
Communicate and educate our communities of issues and resolution
Develop an infrastructure to centralize, coordinate and implement programs and efforts to maximize impact and exposure.

Media/Public Relations: To join forces with other organizations and promote Sikh awareness

School: Educate staff about Sikhism and offer support to School children.

Community Relations/Events: To actively participate and organize interfaith events.

Law Enforcement: To promote awareness of Sikh religion in law enforcement agencies.