Santbir Singh is a Research Associate with SikhRI. He is currently doing his Ph.D. in Sociology at York University. His graduate research focuses on Sikh activism and the inherent relationship between Sikhi and anarchism explored through historical and contemporary Sikh movements, such as the Kisān Morcha (Farmer’s Protests) of 2020-2021.
Santbir Singh has served as an educator and activist in the Sikh community for over two decades. He continues cultivating a deeper relationship with Sabad Guru while focusing on Sikh inspirations for social activism, feminism, and decolonization through a multifaceted critical analysis using different schools of thought and tradition.
Santbir Singh is a facilitator at Sidak and an alumnus of Sidak 2012. He lives on Wendat, Anishinabek, Haudenosaunee, Mississauga, Hiawatha, Alderville & Métis Territory on Williams Treaties land (colonially known as Toronto), Canada, with his wonderful wife, incredible children, and wild dog.
This session will examine Sikh-India relations post-1947, focusing on the 1950s and 60s.We will look at the emergence of Sikh demands in the aftermath of Independence, the formulation of the Indian constitution, and the epic struggle to create a...
In our first session, we will examine the dilemma Sikhs faced in the 1930s as the British prepared to leave the sub-continent.
Explore Guru Teghbahadar Sahib’s life through Guru Granth Sahib and secondary sources, with a specific focus on the politics of the Guru.
Join host Santbir Singh as he delves into an in-depth conversation with Harinder Singh about Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale, a pivotal figure in 20th-century Sikh history.
Santbir Singh serves as a Research Associate with SikhRI. An avid student of Sikhi, he has spoken at retreats, conferences, and youth camps for over two decades.
Embark on a journey through the intricate tapestry of history as we delve into the complex question surrounding Rani Jind Kaur's allegiance.
Tune in to Santbir Singh and Sean Holden as they delve into the captivating tale of Rani Jind Kaur, the last queen of Panjab, in the inaugural episode of this podcast series. But why is it crucial for us to unravel her narrative?
Santbir Singh, Sidak Facilitator at Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) shares his reflection on Vaisakhi.
How do we remember? How do we advocate? How do we survive? In this episode we feature three leading voices in the November 1984 Anti-Sikh pogroms study.
We are not strangers to random acts of violence and discrimination. Although mass shootings have become far too common in America in recent years, rarely have these horrific crimes been targeted at one community.