SALDEF, FBI and Sikh Foundation of Virginia Co-sponsor Recruiting Event in Virginia
SALDEF working with FBI to increase service recruitment and retention within Sikh American Community Washington D.C. – May 25,...
SALDEF Working with TSA to Address Improper Screening of Sikh Americans at Nation’s Airports
Sikh Americans across country have been subjected to inconsistent and improper screening procedures Washington D.C. – May 21, 2007...
Sikh American Student in Alabama allowed to Return to School with both Turban and Hair Intact
SALDEF defends Sikh convert’s right to maintain the Sikh identity in Alabama Public High School Washington D.C. – May...
Know Your Rights Seminar for Convenience Store and Gas Station Owners in Washington, DC Metro to be Held on April 22, 2007
SALDEF, SABA-DC and NASABA organize forum to inform business owners about their rights and obligations under DC, Virginia, Maryland...
Sikh American Veteran Assaulted by Police Officer in Illinois
SALDEF calls for immediate probe into assault and the xenophobic, anti-immigrant statements by police officer against bronze star recipient...
Georgia Court Apologizes to Sikh American Denied Entry into Court House Due to his Turban
SALDEF works with local civic officials to resolve issue and organize training for local police and security officials Washington...
SALDEF Welcomes Congressional Legislation on Hate Crimes
Sikh American Community Encouraged to Contact Local Legislators to Support Important Bill Washington D.C. – March 21, 2007: The...
Potential cadet allegedly told that beard had to go
By Rob Young/Appeal-Democrat A 19-year-old Sikh man was told he would have to shave off his beard to qualify...
Yuba City Police Chief Apologizes to Sikh American Denied Employment
SALDEF works with city officials to defend the rights of the Sikh American student Washington D.C. – March 7,...
SALDEF Meets with FBI Director Robert Mueller
Highlights need for increased outreach to Sikh American community and cultural competency training for FBI agents Washington D.C. –...