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[truedisciple]

Hi anyone couldn't find the web site whats going on when is the next seminar

Like to find out more. where is your office or surgery held.

[Sikh_Awareness_Society]

Hi anyone couldn't find the web site whats going on when is the next seminar

Like to find out more. where is your office or surgery held.

Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh

Next Seminar

Sunday 28th Janurary @ 11.45am

Ramgharia Sikh Temple

6-9 Graham Street,

Birmingham, B1 3LA

Please email us to join the mail list, for up-todate information, articles, research and event dates.

SAS.Helpline@googlemail.com

Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh

[truedisciple]

Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh

Thanks for the quick respoonse I'll mail to go on the list

Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh

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[Sikh_Awareness_Society]

Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh

Sadh Sangat ji

New Seminar dates:

Sunday 4th March 11.30am

Guru Nanak Sikh Temple

Duncan Street Off Sedgley Street,

Wolverhampton,

West Midlands

WV2 3JA

Sunday 11th March 11.30am

Guru Nanak Gurdwara

Well Lane,

Wednesfield,

Wolverhampton,

West Midlands

WV11 1XT

Sunday 18th March 11.30am

Sri Guru Singh Sabha Gurdwara

Sheehy Way,

Waxham Court,

Slough,

Berkshire

SL2 5SS

Sunday 25th March 11.30

Guru Nanak Sikh Gurdwara

202-204 Cannock Road,

Wolverhampton,

West Midlands

WV10 0AL

Regards,

Sikh Awareness Society

Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh

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Sikh Awareness Society

The SAS is a community based, non-profit organization that was formed in July 1998 by members of the Sikh community who felt an urgent need to launch a response from within the community, to address the escalating level of the grooming of our youth, in Britain today Sikh youth are still actively targeted on the basis of their religion and history.

This racially motivated hate-crime causes much emotional distress to the families involved with the majority of these cases ending up in abuse.

Under common Punjabi mentality, these issues are still considered taboo and are rarely addressed by the Gurdwara Sahibs, and Sikh community leaders. Therefore the victims of abuse tend to suffer in silence.

Since 1998 the SAS has grown to tackle many more issues affecting the Sikh community. We are now regarded as a leading independent Sikh advisory board, speaking for the concerns of the Sikh Sangat - and in particular the Sikh youth.

SAS strongest asset is the dedication and professionalism of our many volunteers. We take particular pride in the numbers of young adults actively involved in the organization. Through the outstanding work of these volunteers, SAS has successfully established a number of programs providing youth with opportunities and role models, and supporting parents to build skills and awareness to better connect with their children and the challenges they face.

The objective of SAS programs is to prevent and remedy the challenges that make our youth vulnerable to destructive mind control.

SAS mission is to build self-esteem, self-pride, leadership and good citizenship among Sikh youth and families through education, mentoring and outreach. To help youth and families who have been impacted by violence, grooming and the drug scene, by working with other service providers to make crisis response and remediation services more accessible to the Sikh community.

Our vision

· To highlight and help prevent violence, grooming and abuse amongst Sikh youth. To provide nationwide programs focused on supporting youth and strengthening families through education and mentoring.

· To address the needs of troubled and high-risk youth, by providing education, mentoring, outreach, and healthy athletic and recreational activities.

Our commitment is to:

· Remain grassroots -Our programs are being driven by our volunteers, who are closely linked with the community they serve, so that our programs and services reflect local Sikh community’s needs.

· Seek out partnerships, where possible, to make existing services more

accessible rather than reinventing the wheel.

· Ensure the safety and security of the youth we serve by carefully

screening volunteers.

· Recognize our volunteers for their commitment and contribution.

· Use funds responsibly in order that the youth and parents we serve enjoy maximal benefits of those funds.

Groups & Programs:

· SAS has made great strides with the commitment of dedicated volunteers that have formed groups and committees to channel a shared vision.

· YAC – Young Adults Committee – a group of young individuals interested in supporting the organization by volunteering in various capacities as required by the working committees, such as with event organization, community awareness exercises, sports and cultural activities.

· Parental & Education Committee- responsible for setting

direction for all parental programs (including parenting classes, and

workshops).

· Mentorship Committee – responsible for setting direction and policies for the mentoring program, recruiting and screening mentors, selecting and liasing with participant schools, monitoring and evaluating the program.

· Communications Committee – responsible for liasing and networking with other stakeholders in the community, liasing with media, and establishing the organizations communication strategies.

· Fundraising Committee – responsible for pursuing funding opportunities and organizing annual fundraising events

Get Involved Now!

If you want to join in and make a difference, consider volunteering with SAS through a variety of opportunities. Not only will you gain substantial skills and experience for your resume and career, you can apply your own experiences in helping your community while meeting great people and serving as a respectable role model.

To volunteers with all kinds of skills are required, some of which could include:

· People who have understanding of Sikh concepts and philosophy.

· People who have counselling skills.

· People who can teach.

· People who can relate to today’s youth, their pressures of growing up and are able to listen to them.

· Media, IT, Marketing professionals.

If you are unable to commit regular Sewa, please assist us in other means.

There are several other ways to get involved with the SAS. For example, you can:

· Help plan an event

· Distribute literature

· Assist with phone calls

· Speak at an event

· Make a donation

All suggestions and comments will be warmly received. When highlighting sensitive issues many different responses are provoked, we will respond to everyone’s comments and suggestions in order to improve our Sewa.

SAS.Helpline@googlemail.com

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Sikh Parental Programs

The Parental Program supports Sikh parents in building skills and awareness to help them develop better relationships with their children, while understanding the need to resolve cultural conflict. The program includes an eight session interactive parenting course, speaking engagements, printed articles, and, in the near future, a video production of the parenting course.

Objectives

The goal is to resolve cultural conflict and improve communication skills amongst Sikh families. The interactive course allows parents to discuss their issues in a relaxed environment and complete exercises that involve real life examples by using the (new) techniques they have learned. After the 8-week program is complete parents will be equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to comprehend issues faced by their children and how to connect with youth effectively. The parenting course is delivered in Punjabi and English and covers topics on:

• Parental styles

• Institutional & social pressures

• Communication

• Building self-esteem

• Discipline vs. punishment

• Teaching decision-making

• Problem-solving

• Drug awareness

• Be a positive role model and facilitate positive social interactions

• Create opportunities for youth to reach their full potential

• Provide information on social issues and life skills

• Build self-esteem in young people

• Encourage student academic successes

• Reduce the risks of violence, illegal activities, and alcohol & drug abuse.

Volunteers are trained on how to address negative scenarios and approach troubled youth. Resources offered to at-risk youth include regular interaction with them, coupons for meals, bus tickets, and emergency telephone numbers.

Message to the Youth

In our day-to-day lives, we face many challenges – pressures of Sikh values, our inherited Punjabi culture and traditions all clashing with common western culture.

Common Issues Youth:

· Bullying due to our unique appearance & 5 K's

· Peer-pressure

· Relationships

· Family pressures

More Serious Problems:

· Sexual Grooming.

· Abusive relationships.

· Blackmail.

· Violence.

· Addiction to drink & drugs.

The SAS volunteers understand these difficulties. We provide 24hr support with 100% confidentiality. We will never disclose your details with anyone else. The SAS is independent and not connected to your local Gurdwara Sahib. Please feel free to contact us at any time if you, or anyone you know needs advice or support.

SAS.Helpline@googlemail.com