Black Lives Matter – UNITED SIKHS Joins Nationwide Protests
Following the shocking murder of George Floyd, the world witnessed people across the globe uniting to raise their voice against systemic racism and police brutality. In support of the racial justice movement in the United States, UNITED SIKHS volunteers distributed meal packages consisting of vegetarian food and water bottles to the protesters at Los Angeles City Hall.
UNITED SIKHS along with Mayor Ali Taj, participated in the candlelight vigil held in the memory of George Floyd in the City of Artesia, California.
“Equality is to be earned and fought for. The death of George Floyd is evident that we still have a long way to go. Sikhs have always stood for justice and freedom and stand with Black Lives Matter as this is the need of the hour,” said Meetan Kaur, Associate Director of UNITED SIKHS.
Participating in the Hungry for Change Rally in Dallas, Gurvinder Singh, UNITED SIKHS International Director for Humanitarian Aid said, “UNITED SIKHS strongly believes that silence is not an option during times of crises and need. We must rise and join our brothers and sisters who are peacefully protesting to ensure that justice for all rings true for all. Black Lives Matter must resonate as those who have been marginalized must be allowed to come forth from the shadows. Sikh history is replete of standing against oppression and we must continue to carry that legacy forth.”
Langar (community kitchen) seva (selfless service) by the Sikh community is a common form of service through reverence and UNITED SIKHS volunteers demonstrated that with action to assist the Black Lives Matter protests across the nation. If you would like to help serve in a local protest or if you or someone you know needs help with food, daily essentials, PPE or legal assistance, please call our national helpline UMEED at (855)-878-6333.
Remember to practice your faith fearlessly and follow it up with tangible actions to make this world more robust and just for us all. We owe it to our history, we owe it to our elders, we owe it to our children and we owe it to ourselves.
"Till justice rains down on all."
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