Within hours of news of the Sikh gurdwara (house of worship) massacre, Groundswell supporters across the U.S. and around the world voiced support and prayers for the community in Oak Creek, Wisconsin. On Sunday, August 12th, Groundswell Director Valarie Kaur hand-delivered … [Read more...] about Groundswell Delivers 4,000 Letters of Support to the Sikh Community of Oak Creek, Wisconsin
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Rev. T.K. Nakagaki’s Statement at NYC Vigil Honoring Victims of Sikh Temple Tragedy
The following statement was delivered by ICNY Vice Chair Rev. T.K. Nakagaki at the vigil in NYC on Wednesday, Aug. 8, honoring the victims of the Sikh temple tragedy in Oak Creek, Wisconsin: On behalf of the Buddhist Council of New York and The Interfaith Center of … [Read more...] about Rev. T.K. Nakagaki’s Statement at NYC Vigil Honoring Victims of Sikh Temple Tragedy
Simran Jeet Singh: Why the Wisconsin Tragedy Matters to New Yorkers
Since the massacre of Sikhs in Wisconsin Sunday, we have been moved by the outpouring of support from our fellow New Yorkers. Even strangers have come up to us on the streets of Manhattan to offer flowers, hugs and encouragement. We are incredibly thankful to everyone for … [Read more...] about Simran Jeet Singh: Why the Wisconsin Tragedy Matters to New Yorkers
Major news stories on vigils honoring victims of the Sikh temple tragedy in Wisconsin
NYC Sikh Vigil: New Yorkers Gather To Mourn Victims Of Wisconsin Gurdwara ... Huffington … [Read more...] about Major news stories on vigils honoring victims of the Sikh temple tragedy in Wisconsin
ICNY statement at NYC vigil for Sikh temple shooting victims in Wisconsin
The following statement was offered by Annie Rawlings, ICNY Director of Outreach and Program Administration, at the August 8 NYC vigil honoring the Sikh temple shooting victims in Wisconsin: Good evening and greetings from The Interfaith Center of New York. I’m here with … [Read more...] about ICNY statement at NYC vigil for Sikh temple shooting victims in Wisconsin
