Meet people advancing their professions and serving their communities. Explore appointments, recognition, research, enterprise and public service—with the original source and date.
The Sikh Coalition's November update introduces Jyotswaroop Kaur as its next executive director. The organization describes her background in community organizing and policy advocacy, and says she succeeds Harman Singh.
In a SikhNet interview, student Ishmeet Singh describes building a mobile app to help people practise Gurmat Sangeet. The conversation explores how technical skills can support community learning and give young Sikhs a meaningful role in shaping it.
Khalsa Aid’s July 5 announcement says founder Ravi Singh accepted the 2026 Lions International Humanitarian Award on the organization’s behalf in Hong Kong. It credits volunteers, donors and aid workers for the recognition and says the award includes a $500,000 grant to support humanitarian programs.
Cornell reported that anesthesiologist and researcher Dr. Gunisha Kaur was appointed to the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom for a two-year term. Its June 2026 announcement identifies her as the commission’s first Sikh leader and describes her work in global health and refugee research.
The Sikh Foundation’s account of a June 2026 conversation with United Sikh Movement executive director Harsimran Kaur explores college community, mentorship and youth leadership. The page links to the recorded discussion, offering a resource for students and organizers interested in supporting young Sikhs.
Senator Rebecca Patterson recognized Harpreet Chandi’s polar expeditions and role as an example for women in a Senate statement on April 29, 2026. The statement celebrated her achievements during Sikh Heritage Month and described her continuing exploration ambitions.
In a 2025 Sikh Foundation interview, artist Datti Kaur discusses her Sikh upbringing, musical training and move toward painting. The conversation describes her use of Indian miniature traditions and the patient process behind her compositions. Read the original interview to explore her creative practice.
Baltej Dhillon was appointed an independent senator for British Columbia on February 7, 2025. The official announcement highlights his three-decade RCMP career and community leadership, including becoming the first RCMP officer to serve wearing a turban in 1991.
Jasleen Kaur won the 2024 Turner Prize for Alter Altar, her exhibition at Glasgow’s Tramway. The Glasgow School of Art describes how everyday objects and sound in the work reflect her upbringing in Glasgow’s Sikh community.
The World Bank’s Executive Directors selected Ajay Banga as its fourteenth president on May 3, 2023, with a five-year term beginning June 2. His earlier leadership roles included Mastercard’s president and chief executive and General Atlantic’s vice chairman.
A January 2023 U.S. Army profile follows Simratpal Singh’s path through West Point and military service, and his effort to serve while observing his Sikh faith. The interview offers a personal perspective on belonging, professional commitment, and religious accommodation. Rank and career details belong to the date of the original profile.
Canada’s Department of National Defence profiles Kanwar Nijjer’s experience in the Canadian Armed Forces, from naval acoustics work to a support and recruiting role. He discusses shipboard friendships, family support, and his Sikh identity. This is an established career profile; its rank and service-length details should not be treated as current.
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