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.

Staff
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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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Contributor
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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.

Sikhi: Faith and Follwers - 2nd Edition Published - 5thAugust 2014

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2014

The Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) Is pleased to announce the publication of the second edition of Sikhi: Faith and Followers, a 32 page full-color illustrated booklet, covering the basic tenets, beliefs and practices of sikhs. The first run of 10,000 copies sold out in four months.

Thirty years on, why do we continue to engage with 1984? - 6th June 2014

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2014

A series of Sikh Research Institute events through June 2014 in the United States, Canada and United Kingdom

Sidak! Leadership! Retreat! 2014! - 13th May 2014

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May
2014

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

SikhRI celebrates Vaisakhi with "Guru Granth Sahib - Its Language & Grammar" - 14th April 2014

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14
April
2014

Happy Vaisakhi! On behalf of the extended Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) family, we take this opportunity to greet the Sikh sangat, and Pañjābī world-wide.

Unlocking Sikh Potential - "The Vidia Mentorship Programme" - 16th January 2014

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January
2014

The Sikh Research Institute Canada (SikhRI Canada) launched their newest project “The Vidia Mentorship Programme” on Friday, 10 January 2014. This program was designed to connect young Sikh students with Sikh professionals in their areas of interest to empower them to succeed.

Annual Report – 2013

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2014

Our education team designs resources and curriculum for use in Sikh schools and in the home, and offers training for teachers around the world. SikhRI also contributes to multicultural and interfaith dialogues and publishes information for corporate, educational and media trainings.

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

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2023 Annual Report

2022 Annual Report

2021 Annual Report

2020 Annual Report

2019 Annual Report

2018 Annual Report

2017 Annual Report

2016 Annual Report

2015 Annual Report

2014 Annual Report

2013 Annual Report

2012 Annual Report

2011 Annual Report

2010 Annual Report

2009 Annual Report

2008 Annual Report

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