Amends the State Commemorative Dates Act. Provides that the month of April of each year is designated as Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month to be observed throughout the State as a month to recognize the many ways that Sikh Americans have influenced American history, achievement, culture, and innovation.
https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/publicacts/fulltext.asp?Name=101-0208
There are many ways to commemorate Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month in your community. You could get involved by hosting an event, handing out literature in local spaces or sharing educational materials online.
Print & Web
Materials
Posters, Banners, Social Media Graphics, Info Graphics and more.
Sikh Educational Materials
Sikhism Awareness Videos, Brochures, Posters and Books.
Library toolkit
Celebrate Sikh Awareness and Appreciation month by coordinating a project with your local library.
Sikh Arts and Crafts Ideas
Sikh coloring pages and make Sikh art puppets.
Gurdwara (The Sikh place of worship)
A Gurdwara is a place of assembly and worship for Sikhs. People from all faiths are welcomed in Gurdwaras.
Sikh Organizations and Useful Links