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This resolution officially recognizes April 2025 as "Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month" in Pennsylvania, with the primary goals of promoting public understanding of the Sikh faith, highlighting the community's significant contributions, and combating anti-Sikh discrimination. The resolution provides context about Sikhism, noting it is the world's fifth-largest religion founded in 15th century Punjab, India, by Guru Nanak, and emphasizes the faith's core principles of equality, social justice, and service to humanity. The document underscores the challenges faced by Sikh Americans, including disproportionate experiences of bullying, discrimination, and hate-based violence, with statistics revealing that over 50% of Sikh children experience abuse and nearly 60% of Americans know nothing about the religion. By designating this awareness month during Vaisakhi, an important Sikh festival, the resolution aims to educate Pennsylvanians about Sikh history, culture, and the community's diverse contributions to American society, including significant roles in agriculture, technology, medicine, military service, and small businesses, while promoting tolerance and mutual understanding.

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https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2025&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=92