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Sojhi creates a connection to Sikhi for kids. Engaging content, as well as downloadable resources and K-12 curriculum.

Sidak

A leadership program for young adults, Sidak promises connection and transformation through exploration of Sikhi.

State of the Panth Report

Our research reports on Sikh matters, surveying self-identified Sikhs and providing perspectives rooted in Gurmat.

The Guru Granth Sahib Project

The world can now build a deeper connection to Sabad. Begin exploring the Guru Granth Sahib like never before.

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Seeking, but not Seeking Answers

March 25, 2025

It is our human tendency to want to know how things work, to understand them, and to explore our curiosity in hopes of finding answers. We want to make the world legible. But what do we do when there are things that cannot be understood?

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Illuminating Every Path

In an unprecedented era of change and uncertainty, we’re creating new modes of engaging with the wisdom and light of Sikhi.

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Sunday

April

2025

How Bhai Sahib Bhai Vir Singh's Writings transformed my life

Bhai Vir Singh Sahitya Sadan

We invite you to an inspiring talk by Inni Kaur, Creative Director of SikhRI (USA), on: “How Bhai Sahib Bhai Vir Singh’s Writings Transformed My Life.”

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Saturday

April

2025

Human Rights & Inclusion in Sikhi

Judy Silver Commons, Maples Collegiate

Join Harinder Singh and community members in Winnipeg, Manitoba for an interactive and thought-provoking session on Human Rights & Inclusion in Sikhi. On April 26 we shall delve into human rights from a Sikh lense,

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Sunday

April

2025

How Bhai Sahib Bhai Vir Singh's Writings transformed my life

Bhai Vir Singh Sahitya Sadan

We invite you to an inspiring talk by Inni Kaur, Creative Director of SikhRI (USA), on: “How Bhai Sahib Bhai Vir Singh’s Writings Transformed My Life.”

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Sunday

April

2025

How Bhai Sahib Bhai Vir Singh's Writings transformed my life

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Bhai Vir Singh Sahitya Sadan

We invite you to an inspiring talk by Inni Kaur, Creative Director of SikhRI (USA), on: “How Bhai Sahib Bhai Vir Singh’s Writings Transformed My Life.”

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Saturday

April

2025

Human Rights & Inclusion in Sikhi

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Judy Silver Commons, Maples Collegiate

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Saturday

May

2025

Babarvani: Guru Nanak Sahib on War & Tyranny

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The four sabads of Babarvani form the foundation of this course, with each week dedicated to one sabad. Alongside textual analysis, we will explore the historical context of Babar’s invasion and engage in...

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Wednesday

April

2025

Countdown to Vaisakhi 2025: Dr. Harsohena Kaur

Dr. Harsohena Kaur, Advisor at Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI), reflects on the significance of Vaisakhi in 1699 as a call to commitment.

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Wednesday

April

2025

Countdown to Vaisakhi 2025: Dr. Harsohena Kaur

Dr. Harsohena Kaur, Advisor at Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI), reflects on the significance of Vaisakhi in 1699 as a call to commitment.

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Tuesday

April

2025

Countdown to Vaisakhi 2025: Kulvir Singh

Kulvir Singh, Chair at Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI), emphasizes the significance of Vaisakhi by urging individuals to explore the concept of Amrit and its relevance in their lives.

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Wednesday

April

2025

Countdown to Vaisakhi 2025: Dr. Harsohena Kaur

Dr. Harsohena Kaur, Advisor at Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI), reflects on the significance of Vaisakhi in 1699 as a call to commitment.

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Tuesday

April

2025

Countdown to Vaisakhi 2025: Kulvir Singh

Kulvir Singh, Chair at Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI), emphasizes the significance of Vaisakhi by urging individuals to explore the concept of Amrit and its relevance in their lives.

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Wednesday

March

2025

Make Akal Takht Sahib Truly Azad

There is a deepening crisis within the Sikh community—centered on the control and integrity of Akal Takht Sahib. On March 22, 2025, at Gurdwara Sacramento Sikh Society (Bradshaw), Harinder Singh delivered a powerful and timely talk—in Panjabi—on what must

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Monday

March

2025

On Performing Piety

Jasleen Kaur reflects on Guru Nanak Sahib’s sabad, exploring the question of what is genuine within us, and what elements of ego we must navigate.

Monday

February

2025

Wandering Without Closure

At the 2024 Sidak program, marking 40 years since the 1984 Ghallughara, participants reflected on the lingering impacts of unaddressed wounds and the Sikh diaspora's connection to Panjab.

Tuesday

January

2025

IkOankar

This essay explores the profound spiritual journey inspired by IkOankar in Sikhi. It delves into the interconnectedness of existence, emphasizing unity, harmony, and the dissolution of ego through the teachings of the Wisdom-Guru.

Monday

March

2025

On Performing Piety

Jasleen Kaur reflects on Guru Nanak Sahib’s sabad, exploring the question of what is genuine within us, and what elements of ego we must navigate.

Wandering Without Closure

At the 2024 Sidak program, marking 40 years since the 1984 Ghallughara, participants reflected on the lingering impacts of unaddressed wounds and the Sikh diaspora's connection to Panjab.

The Sidak Impact: Jasleen Kaur & Gurpartap Singh

SikhRI Research Associate, Jasleen Kaur discusses the value of Sidak with alumni, Gurpartap Singh.

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Thursday

March

2025

Explore Barah Maha (Mahala 5)

On 14 March, in celebration of the Nanakshahi Sikh New Year, The Guru Granth Sahib Project released the annotation of Barah Maha, a powerful composition revealed by Guru Arjan Sahib in Rag Majh.

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Wednesday

March

2025

Explore Bani Bhagat Ramanand

In this Sabad, Bhagat Ramanand Ji highlights the significance of remembering the all-pervading IkOankar (the Divine) rather than worshipping the idol of any deity.

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Friday

March

2025

The Sidak Impact: Jasleen Kaur & Gurpartap Singh

SikhRI Research Associate, Jasleen Kaur discusses the value of Sidak with alumni, Gurpartap Singh.

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Friday

March

2025

On Performing Piety

In this podcast, Jasleen Kaur reflects on Guru Nanak Sahib’s sabad, exploring the question of what is genuine within us, and what elements of ego we must navigate.

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Thursday

March

2025

Explore Barah Maha (Mahala 5)

On 14 March, in celebration of the Nanakshahi Sikh New Year, The Guru Granth Sahib Project released the annotation of Barah Maha, a powerful composition revealed by Guru Arjan Sahib in Rag Majh.

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Friday

March

2025

The Sidak Impact: Jasleen Kaur & Gurpartap Singh

SikhRI Research Associate, Jasleen Kaur discusses the value of Sidak with alumni, Gurpartap Singh.

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Friday

March

2025

On Performing Piety

In this podcast, Jasleen Kaur reflects on Guru Nanak Sahib’s sabad, exploring the question of what is genuine within us, and what elements of ego we must navigate.

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Guru Nanak Sahib: Revolutionary in Oneness

Celebrate Nanakshahi550 by learning the significance of Guru Nanak Sahib’s Raj. A Conference of connection to the philosophies that shaped spiritual and temporal life in South Asia.

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Guru Teghbahadar Sahib: The Benevolent Warrior

We celebrated the 400th Parkash Purab of Guru Teghbahadar Sahib with a virtual conference.

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How Bhai Sahib Bhai Vir Singh's Writings transformed my life

Human Rights & Inclusion in Sikhi

How Bhai Sahib Bhai Vir Singh's Writings transformed my life

How Bhai Sahib Bhai Vir Singh's Writings transformed my life

Human Rights & Inclusion in Sikhi

Babarvani: Guru Nanak Sahib on War & Tyranny

Watch, listen and read.

Countdown to Vaisakhi 2025: Dr. Harsohena Kaur

Countdown to Vaisakhi 2025: Dr. Harsohena Kaur

Countdown to Vaisakhi 2025: Kulvir Singh

Countdown to Vaisakhi 2025: Dr. Harsohena Kaur

Countdown to Vaisakhi 2025: Kulvir Singh

Make Akal Takht Sahib Truly Azad

On Performing Piety

Wandering Without Closure

IkOankar

On Performing Piety

Wandering Without Closure

The Sidak Impact: Jasleen Kaur & Gurpartap Singh

Explore Barah Maha (Mahala 5)

Explore Bani Bhagat Ramanand

The Sidak Impact: Jasleen Kaur & Gurpartap Singh

On Performing Piety

Explore Barah Maha (Mahala 5)

The Sidak Impact: Jasleen Kaur & Gurpartap Singh

On Performing Piety

Featured Workshop

Featured resources for you

Guru Nanak Sahib: Revolutionary in Oneness

Guru Teghbahadar Sahib: The Benevolent Warrior

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