21st October 2017 Our event at the Shri Guru Ravidass Bhawan in Luton bought together a community in a place where the South Asian population has seen a significant increase in the last few decades. The speakers reflected on the community spirit before the Partition. “I was 11 years old. I use to go the…
15th of August 2017 Our exhibition, gallery and trunk travelled to the Bradford Peace Museum. We were also joined by MP Naz Shah and shortly we were overwhelmed by the number of guests that we unfortunately had to turn people away. The event facilited vital conversations which will help shape the future of the South…
The Grand Trunk Project was at the Millfield Arts Festival in Peterborough. The afternoon event was enjoyed by the local community with the event ending with fireworks and a spectacular Qawwali performance. “The whole Lincoln Road area has an amazing atmosphere, such a mix of cultures and creativity, and this new festival is a very…
In 2013, an Oglivy India Google advert warmed the nation’s hearts with a viral advert. The three and half minute advert begins with an elderly gentlemen reminiscing to his granddaughter. He tells the story of his Muslim best friend Yusuf, with whom he would steal sweets with as children when he lived in Lahore. In…
Earlier this year, Indian clothing company Manyavar released an advert starring India’s Cricket Captain and celebrity Virat Kholi, titled ‘Virat Kholi Against Boundaries’. The advert sees the cricketer walk through India and simultaneously celebrate Holi, Eid and Diwali. He joins children playing with colours, he is fed Eid sweets by a lady he affectionately calls…
Bhai Mardana was born in 1459 and lived in the same village as Guru Nanak. He was a talented Rabab player, a single stringed lute-like instrument, which accompanied the hymns that Guru Nanak would sing on his mission. One of Bhai Mardana’s poetic compositions appears in the Guru Granth Sahib. He was also a Muslim….
The month of Muharram is observed with different traditions for Muslims across the world. However, Muharram in India brings together a much wider community; this year it coincided with Durja Puja, a major Hindu festival. This year, the time of Durja Puja and Muharram has allowed the true community spirit that was once prevalent…
Charity is often a core value in religious teachings. The Hindu, Muslim and Sikh religions share this principle, with charity being an intrinsic part of the faiths. Charity extends beyond donating money to giving your time, food and support selflessly. The 1st of October 2017 was Sewa Day. Sewa is a Sanskrit word and is…
