Ozone Park's Your Stage at OM Open Mic Night!
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Our OM Open Mic Night returns this August 9th, from 6-9 pm centered around the themed of Raksha Bandhan and siblinghood!
Our host Rohan Narine will introduce a cabaret of talented and unique performers, from musicians to poets to comedians. This is sure to be a fun-filled Friday night -- we hope to see you there (perhaps even as a performer)! |
Combining circle dance and political education to build community, awareness, and resilience for the Palestine solidarity movement. Dance with Parijat Desai (Amplify Palestine) and Presentation by Nadia Khayrallah (Dancers for Palestine). TODAY, July 31st, 7-9 pm Movement Research 150 First Ave, 122 CC, 2nd Floor
Free / Donation-Based |
TODAY: Circle for Palestine |
Hindu Liberation Theology Course |
HfHR Advisory Board member and renowned Hindu theologian, Professor Anantanand Rambachan, has generously offered to teach a short course on Hindu Liberation Theology for HfHR members and supporters this coming fall. Please fill out the form below to register your interest in the course, and we will follow up soon with more information! By the way: If you missed our Fireside Chat with Professor Rambachan, you can check out the full recording of the event further down in this newsletter! |
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South Asians & the 2024 Elections |
Join South Asian progressives from across the country to process the political moment and take action. Centering the needs of our South Asian communities, we will learn what's at stake, including a look at Project 2025. Together, we will build power for immigrant rights, Palestinian liberation, gender justice, and ending caste bias. |
HfHR at the Interfaith Action for Palestine outside the US Capitol |
HfHR was part of an interfaith coalition that took on the largest pro-Israel organization in the country.
The Interfaith Action for Palestine brought together an interfaith coalition of organizations to counter Christians United for Israel’s (CUFI) Annual Summit, held from July 28-30, 2024, in National Harbor, Maryland, near Washington, DC. CUFI is the largest “pro-Israel” organization in the United States that promotes hawkish, white Christian supremacist, and genocidal policies. This morning, we mobilized in Washington, DC, to disrupt CUFI’s supremacist agenda and to call for an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
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The event began with a powerful interfaith prayer led by Reverend Abhi Jamanchi. |
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Following the prayer, Hindus for Human Rights’ (HfHR) Pranay Somayajula, Director of Organizing and Advocacy, delivered a powerful speech in solidarity with the Palestinian people. |
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Check out the full text of both speeches below. |
HfHR ANZ hosted two impactful events at the end of the month: July 28: An online roundtable, "The Rising Dangers of Ethnonationalism: Parallels between Hindutva and Zionism," featuring speakers from Jews against the Occupation ‘48 and The Jewish Council, Australia, moderated by Shanti Raman.
July 29: An in-person event in Melbourne, "Advocacy for Progressive Voices: The Art of Political & Cultural Resistance against Extremism," with Sravya Tadepalli, HfHR Board member at the Resistance Centre. |
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HfHR Protests Netanyahu's Arrival in Washington, D.C. |
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On July 24th, several members of our HfHR community gathered in Washington, D.C. to protest Benjamin Netanyahu's Address to Congress. Additionally, our Executive Director, Sunita Viswanath, delivered a powerful address at Riverside Church as part of an Interfaith press conference to stand against Netayahu's arrival in the U.S.
In Netanyahu's address, he defended what he calls a "just war". There can be no “just war” when such egregious violations of human rights are committed. |
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Building a Liberatory Hinduism with Professor Anantanand Rambachan |
| If you missed our recent fireside chat, you can now watch the recording of this incredible event!
Watch Prof. Anantanand Rambachan in conversation with HfHR Board Member Sravya Tadepalli as they explore the concept of Building a Liberatory Hinduism. This insightful discussion delves into the ways Hinduism can evolve to support justice and liberation. Don't miss out on this enriching conversation. |
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From Asian America to Palestine: A Teach-In on Zionism, Empire, and Hindutva |
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Our NYC Organizer Nikhil Arur recently co-led a teach-in on how Zionism is showing up in our Asian American communities and find ways to fight back for a free Palestine. He broke down and analyzed the connections between Zionism, Hindutva, and US imperialism, and discussed how his organizing with HfHR works to dismantle these intertwined power structures. |
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Retelling Mythology: Goddess of the River Book Talk |
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Missed our Culture Conversation with Vaishnavi Patel? Watch the full conversation on retelling mythology, feminist interpretations, Hinduism, and more below. |
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Unpacking Zionism Podcast |
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Our Director of Organizing and Advocacy, Pranay Somayajula, was recently on the Institute for the Critical Study of Zionism's Unpacking Zionism podcast to discuss the relationship and similarities between Hindutva and Zionism. |
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The Surprising Result in Ayodhya: Shifts in Political & Cultural Landscapes |
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In an unexpected turn of events, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) experienced a significant defeat in Ayodhya, a city symbolically central to their political narrative. Long considered a BJP stronghold, Ayodhya’s electoral outcome has sent ripples through the political and cultural fabric of India. Our article delves into the reasons behind this surprising result, exploring the various political and cultural dynamics at play. |
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HfHR and IAMC Urge Reforms to India’s Anti-Terror Laws |
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Hindus for Human Rights and Indian American Muslim Council, as two major Indian American civil rights organizations, are calling on Indian leaders to repeal, amend, or bring India’s anti-terror laws, namely the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) into line with international standards and respect Indians’ fundamental rights to express freely their beliefs and political ideas. |
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HfHR UK calls for close and critical scrutiny of the "Hindu Manifesto" |
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Hindus for Human Rights UK (HfHR UK) both strongly rejects, and calls for closer attention to be paid to, the actual impacts of the so-called "Hindu Manifesto" that has garnered attention during the 2024 UK general election. This manifesto, which has secured endorsements from approximately 25 candidates across the political spectrum, is not representative of the inclusive, peaceful, and progressive values of Hinduism. |
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New Episode of Ulti Pulti Baat |
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In this episode, we delve into the recent outcomes of the June 2024 Indian elections through a dialogue between two characters, Raj and Priya. Our discussion guide provides explanations of the elements they discuss, differing perspectives on the election results, and prompts for further conversation. |
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Executive Director Sunita Viswanath Speaks at Boston Study Group’s Ambedkar Lecture Series |
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In today's globalized world, conversations around caste are more crucial than ever for human rights organizations in the diaspora. We are therefore thrilled to share that our Executive Director, Sunita Viswanath, was recently invited to speak at the prestigious Boston Study Group’s Ambedkar Lecture Series. This event provided an invaluable platform to engage with an organization that shares our commitment to social justice and equality, underscoring the importance of collaborative efforts in dismantling caste-based discrimination worldwide.
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2024 Essay, Art and Multimedia Contest on Civil and Human Rights |
| Attention all students in grades 6-12!
Are you passionate about social change and have a talent for writing or art? We have an exciting opportunity for you! Hindus for Human Rights and Dalit Solidarity Forum are hosting an art, essay, and multimedia contest on the topic of: “As a South Asian, what traditions of peacemaking do you find inspiring?” |
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| AI And The Indian Elections: What Does Human Connection Look Like In The Digital Age?
Our Communications and Outreach Associate, Faria Rehman, reflects on the use of AI in the 2024 Indian Elections and imagines what a future of ethical, human-centric AI usage could look like. |
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British Hindus Must Take a Stand Against Groups Promoting Hindu Supremacy in the UK Our UK Director, Rajiv Sinha, discusses the controversial new 'Hindu Manifesto' and the need for anti-Hindutva Hindus to voice their opposition to it. |
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Protest and Condemnation: Hindus for Human Rights UK Opposes White Nationalist and Hindutva Alignment HfHR UK strongly condemns the growing alliance between Hindu supremacists and white supremacists. This alliance, exemplified by the recent platforming of notorious far-right activist Tommy Robinson on the Hindu supremacist PGurus channel, represents a dangerous convergence between the Hindu nationalist movement and the broader Far Right in the UK.
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New Yorkers head to Washington to protest Netanyahu's address to Congress Interfaith leaders, including our Executive Director, Sunita Viswanath, gathered at the Riverside Church in New York City prior to Netanyahu's arrival in D.C. to denounce his invitation to speak to Congress. |
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Interfaith protest confronts Christians United for Israel summit "At one rally, Pranay Somayajula, the director of organizing and advocacy for Hindus for Human Rights, said he was raised with the idea of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,' meaning 'the world is one family.' Somayajula added, 'There is equal and inherent dignity in all of us, and so an attack on the people of Gaza is an attack' on all of humanity."
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July is Disability Pride Month |
This month, Hindus for Human Rights honors the remarkable achievements, resilience, and courage of individuals with disabilities.
Visit our blog post to discover some of our favorite South Asian disability activists, whose inspiring work we are excited to highlight this month.
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HfHR's Monthly Newsletter serves as your guide to our progressive Hindu advocacy over the past month! Read on to learn about our webinars, podcasts, articles, advocacy updates, anti-caste initiatives, and more.
Let us know what you think of our monthly recap! If you have ideas for news items you want to see included, or suggestions for action items or articles to highlight, let us know with the button below. |
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