Celebrating Sikh Turbans as Articles of Faith Representing Faith, Equality, and Justice

Join The Asian American Education Project for a live, virtual workshop in partnership with SALDEF (Sikh American Legal Defense and Education Fund) to learn about the significance of and perceptions of Sikh turbans.

The Sikh turban represents the values of faith, equality, and justice. However, negative perceptions of the turban have resulted from stereotypes, media portrayals, and global events. In this workshop, participants will examine the origins of “turban myths” that have formed about Sikh turbans. They will contextualize these within patterns of Sikh immigration to the United States and relevant historical events. Participants will gain access to lesson plans and resources for teaching this content in the classroom.