About

Our Vision

To make the wisdom of the Guru Granth Sahib accessible to the globe.

Our Mission

To provide educational resources to Sikhs to lead a Guru-inspired life.

Our Values

  • Service (Seva)

    By demonstrating an attitude of love and respect by nurturing physical, mental, and spiritual endurance.

  • Integrity (Neki)

    By keeping our word; transparency in all spheres and doing what is right even when no is one looking.

  • Excellence (Param)

    By being innovative; having a vision; giving 100%, and demonstrating competence by striving for excellence.

SikhRI is powered by the efforts of a diverse and skilled subset of the sangat.

Staff, Volunteers, Advisors and Supporters

Our core and foundation, without whom none of our work would be possible. Our team is comprised of kind, loving and empathetic people whose dedication and professionalism makes our common vision a reality.

Charter Members Network

Our Charter Members Network is our primary source of strategic advice and ongoing financial support. Learn more about the network and its membership at charter.sikhri.org.

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Surender Pal Singh

Senior Research Associate

Surender Pal Singh is a Senior Research Associate at the Sikh Research Institute. He holds a Master’s degree in Religious Studies and English. 

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The Singh Twins

Artists

​​The Singh Twins are contemporary British artists with an international reputation, widely known for their highly detailed, narrative, symbolic and eclectic style rooted in Indian aesthetics. 

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Tridivesh Singh Maini

Policy Analyst

Tridivesh Singh Maini is a New Delhi-based Policy Analyst. He is associated with The Jindal School of International Affairs, OP Jindal Global University, Sonepat, Haryana.

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Uma Chakravarti

Feminist Historian

Uma Chakravarti is a distinguished feminist historian who has taught at Miranda House College for Women, Delhi University.

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Wahenoor Singh

Wahenoor Singh holds a BS in Biology from the University of Georgia and is pursuing a healthcare career.

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A look back at the origins and journey of the Sikh Research Institute

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Official communications on the latest on developments at the Sikh Research Institute.

6th Month Update: Your Contributions Empower Us - 30th June 2016

Thursday
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30
June
2016

Vahiguru ji ka Khalsa, Vahiguru ji ki Fatih! Thank you, on behalf of the Sikh Research Institute, for your continuous support and commitment in making SikhRI’s vision your vision. I am delighted to share with you a brief update on the key projects the SikhRI team has been focused on as of recently.

Launch of Mul Mantar - 16th June 2016

Thursday
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16
June
2016

In commemoration of the anniversary of Guru Arjan Sahib’s martyrdom, Sikh Research Institute is revealing its second online course: Mul Mantar. The team at SikhRI is honored to celebrate his wisdom by strengthening the community’s access to education.

Launch of Summer Curriculum - 7th June 2016

Tuesday
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7
June
2016

Sikh Research Institute is pleased to announce the launch of its summer curriculum, dedicated to learning the history and profound wisdoms of Guru Granth Sahib Ji.

Sidak 2016 Registration has started! - 28th May 2016

Saturday
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28
May
2016

Sidak is a distinctive leadership development program for young adults seeking to increase their commitment towards the Sikh faith.

Kultar’s Mime in Malaysia - 20th April 2016

Wednesday
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20
April
2016

Young Sikh Director & Playwright Brings Truth About 1984 Delhi Massacre to Malaysia The groundbreaking play “Kultar’s Mime” by Hopkington-based director and playwright J. Mehr Kaur heads to Melaka, Johor Bahru, Ipoh, Penang and Kuala Lumpur this May

Sikhia-Online Sikhi Education Platform - 9th March 2016

Wednesday
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9
March
2016

Sikh Research Institute Launches Online Education Platform Featuring Open Access and Unlimited Participation. First Course on the Grammar of Gurbani Available Now

Official communications on the latest on developments at the Sikh Research Institute.

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