This is the first attempt at documenting the experiences of being LGBTQ and Sikh, and we hope that the documentary will act as a resource for various LGBTQ Sikhs across the world
This lore, while unlikely to be of a historical nature, hints at the comfort and acceptance Guru Nanak exhibits during his encounter with a cross-dressing sufi.
Being an Indian man of colour wearing a turban, I faced, and still do, a lot or racism and stereotypes within the gay community. I would also get asked questions like “Can Sikhs be gay?” or “Are you allowed to be gay?”
Being a Gay Sikh male while growing up in New York City, you come across various obstacles and struggles relating to your sexual identity. Personally, I was al... Read More...
The religious and political leaders of the world need to send a strong message that homophobia, heterosexism, transphobia and human rights abuses against sexual and gender minorities will not be tolerated.
Rage
Ego
Lust
Greed
Attachment
The five that we can not abide by
Not one of them mentions
Queer existence.
They say I cannot be a Queer Sikh
As if ... Read More...
Bihar Government, along with The Anad Foundation, Delhi, organised a cultural programme on 5th January at SK Memorial Hall, Patna, where it invited transgender groups from Patna and Punjab as well.
Ontario Premier Kathleeen Wynne, who visited Golden Temple today, was not honoured by the traditional Siropa (robe) by the SGPC because of her stance on same-sex marriages.
LGBT Sikhs took part in London pride 2015 under the banner of Sarbat, a social and support group for LGBT Sikhs in UK, and were cheered on by the crowd with ... Read More...
Religious leaders of different hues released a joint statement condemning homosexuality and welcoming Supreme Court for safeguarding Indian culture and preven... Read More...