Why its important?
There are about 210,000 Sikhs living in Australia and play a vital role in shaping Australia. As we approach the Federal Election, it is crucial to raise issues of Sikh community to parliamanetary candidates.
How its important?
It will show how serious & committed they are about Sikh community & its issues. Asking questions to politicians is crucial for fostering accountability, transparency, and informed decision-making.
Why questions?
Questions also promote democratic engagement by encouraging dialogue, uncovering hidden agendas, and empowering Sikh Community to make informed choices during elections.
Why these questions are so important?
It will show how serious & committed they are about Sikh community & its issues. Asking questions to politicians is crucial for fostering accountability, transparency, and informed decision-making. It allows the us to challenges policies, and understand intention, and ensure leaders are acting in the best interest of their citizens, and community. Questions also promote democratic engagement by encouraging dialogue, uncovering hidden agendas, and empowering Sikh Community to make informed choices during elections.
Questions to ask your candidates:
Will you work with Sikhs on the need of more effective representation of Sikh issues in Parliament.
Religious freedom, Sikhs advocate for policies that protect their religious rights, including the right to wear Kirpan & religious attire for Amritdhari Sikhs & to practice their faith openly.
Gurbani Gutka Sahib (Holy hymn from Guru Granth Sahib Ji) was sacrilege in Perth, there is no law against this. Will you work with Sikh community to draft law on this issue.
Advocating for the inclusion and support of Punjabi language programs in schools.
1984 Sikh Genocide: Will support the motion of recognising Sikh Genocide 1984 in India.
Freedom of religion, and transnational repression/foreign interference by the Indian government, What steps will you take to address this if elected?
Why these questions are so important?
There are about 210,000 Sikhs living in Australia and play a vital role in shaping Australia. As we approach the Federal Election, it is crucial to raise issues of Sikh community to parliamentary candidates.
How can you take action:
Engage with candidates
Ask candidates questions when they seek your support. Insist on clear, direct answers. Engage with the political parties to address Sikh community concerns.
Mobilise your community
Inform your local Gurdwara and community leaders about these critical questions. Ensure they pose these questions to the candidates.
spread the word
Discuss these issues with family members, friends, and community members. Use social media and local events to raise awareness.
vote on election day
Register to vote and encourage others to do the same. Vote for candidates committed to addressing these issues.
Your Vote, Your Power
The Sikh Vote is an initiative let by the Australian Sikh Gurdwaras Council, World Sikh Parliament, & Sikh Federation International in association with all major Gurdwaras & organisations around Australia