About Sikh Aid International

Sikh Aid International is a humanitarian organisation run by volunteers and guided by fundamental principles of Sikhism, one of which is Seva - Service rendered to humanity.

Seva is, for a Sikh, an important ideal. Although the word 'Seva' means 'to serve', it has a deeper meaning in that the service offered is a form of worship and no worship is conceivable without Seva.

Voluntary Seva is a personal commitment, and seeks neither monetary reward, nor a shortcut to spiritual salvation. The Sikh Guru's gave another more powerful purpose underlying the idea of Seva.

In traditional Indian society work involving Capital Labour was considered low and for the humblest caste. By sanctifying it as an honourable religious practice, Sikh gurus established the dignity of labour. By understanding the Guru's message a Sikh serves humanity selflessly, and becomes aware of his/her very soul and the ultimate truth within and s/he sees the same spirit within all Existence.

Through selfless Seva s/he becomes egoless; and his consciousness merges in union with God, thus becoming Universal.

Our Mission:

Sikh Aid International aims to

· serve suffering humanity by providing and co-ordinating humanitarian assistance by offering aid and assistance to victims of disaster

· strive to assist in any possible way to combat poverty

· support and uphold human dignity and freedom

· promote the Sikh fundamental principle through education, material and financial support.

Sikh Aid International in Action

· Humanitarian Aid Projects in remote parts of India and Africa.

· Joint projects with voluntary and other charitable organisations.

· Health & Wellness seminars & workshops for the public

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