After several years of hate crimes against Sikhs due to 9/11 and the misconceptions people have had about Sikhs, the khalsa, and their practices. A group known as The Surat Initiative decided to host a Turban Day at Union Square in New York City. This initiative is a great way for the Sikh society to bridge relations with the rest of the community, while breaking stereotypes of violence and fear from themselves. I hope the Sikh community, alongside other communities coping with negative stereotype, work towards educating mainstream society of their traditions, the importance of certain practises, and building a bond of humanity within the grander community. This can help combat and gain voices against hate crimes as a whole.
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