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Annual Report Of The Sikh Naujawan Sabha Malaysia 2011/2012 On behalf of the Central Committee (Exco) 2011/2012, we present to you the Annual Report of the Sikh Naujawan Sabha Malaysia (Sabha) for the year 2011/2012. 1.0 Central Committee

1.1 The following members to the Central Committee for the year 2011/2012. Jathedar : Vir Amarjit Singh Meet Jathedar 1 : Vir Pavandeep Singh Meet Jathedar 2 : Vir Jagdev Singh Hon. Secretary : Vir Harbindar Singh Asst. Hon. Secretary : Vir Jasbir Singh Treasurer : Vir Manjeev Singh Asst. Treasurer : Vir Hardeep Singh

Committee Members : Vir Baljit Singh Vir Harbhajan Singh Bhen Serena Kaur Bhen Datin Kuldip Kaur Vir Simret Singh Vir Jujhar Singh Bhen Simran Kaur Vir Saranjit Singh Bhen Ravinder Kaur Vir Balvinder Singh Vir Mohon Singh Vir Harvinder Singh 1.2 The Central Committee held 10 Exco meetings during this period.

1.3 The following are the Sevadars that have served the Sabha for the year 2011/2012.

Master Pritam Singh Administration Full Time Master Piara Singh Administration Full Time (wef 3/12) Sdr. Santokh Singh Hostel Full Time Sdr. Karam Singh Sabha Shoppe/Audio Full Time They are assisted by other sewadars. 2.0 Membership

2.1 Total members on 30thApril, 2012 is 5,358, with 3,500 members in arrears.

2.2 The Central Committee would like to humbly appeal to all members to update their subscriptions annually and also encourage their family members to be part of the Sabha family. There are around 3,500 members in arrears of subscriptions or cannot be contacted at their last given address.

2.3 Steps are being taken to update the membership database. Branches are

once again requested to help to locate members who are not in benefit and also to update addresses in respective areas.

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3.0 Parchaar 3.1 Parchaar Directory

October 2011 Parchaar Directory project completed, but requires updating to publish in 2HY12. Objectives : To develop a directory for Sikhi parchaar. A directory

consistingphone numbers of khataghar, kirtan jathey, tablachees,music teachers, musical instruments for sale, musical instruments for repair, jathey for anandh karaj, antim sanskar sewadars and akandh paathi in Klang Valley. This directory can be used bygurdwaras & general sangat for the purpuse of inviting jathey for their satsangs.

Target Audience : Klang Valley Sangat

Outcome : A directory of phone numbers for the sangat

3.2 Joint Parchaar Initiative (JPI)

SNSM together with Khalsa Diwan Malaysia, Sant Sohan Singh Ji Melaka Memorial Society Malaysia & Guru Nanak Guru Gobind Singh Foundation has embarked on a collective Sikhi Parchaar programme. In the Joint Parchaar Initiative, we invite learned Sikhs to do Sikhi parchaar amongst the local sanggat with a view to enhance the Sanggat’s knowledge and understanding of Sikhi. Dialogues were also held with local Sanggat. To this end, the following were invited during the year:

Oct-Nov 2011 : Prof Sukhwinder Singh Dadehar Nov 2011 : Prof. Sarbjit Singh Gobindpuri Jan-Feb 2012 : Bhai Amarjeet Singh Chandigarh Feb 2011 : Bhai Dharamveer Singh March 2012 : Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji Panwa April 2012 : Principal Baljit Singh

3.3 Vaisakhi 2012

3.3.1 The Grand Vaisakhi Event was held at the International Youth Centre, Cheras. The enchanting and blissful shabads being sung filled every inch of the centre for four inspiring days during the Grand Vasakhi Cheras Event. An annual event that many look forward to in eager anticipation, thousands filled up the beautifully-decorated Darbar Sahib without fail from morning till night. A host of international ragis as well as local talents came together to make Semagam a success.

3.3.2 Supplementary activities like children tea party, Sikh exhibition, basic

health and eye check, screening of animated movies were also held. Stalls were also set up around the premises offering sweet delicacies, foodand a host of cultural items.

3.3.3 Honouring Outstanding Students : The Sabha presented a certificate

of recognition to students with outstanding results in UPSR, PMR, SPM, STPM & A Levels examinationsin 2011.

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3.3.4 Career and Education Workshop 2012 The workshop was held on 8th April 2012 (Sunday) from 11am – 1.00 pm. It covered: • Career and Scholastic Guidance Booklet (Vetri Padigal 4) • Presentation by S. Amanjeet Singh on the various routes

available for SPM and STPM holder. • Interaction with Industry Experts - many Sikh professional from

various disciplines were available to talk to parents. This was made possible by S Jai Nanak Singh. They included:- o Accountacy – Sukhdarshen Singh, Rajinder Singh, Tessrina

Kaur o IT – Harjit Singh, Jaswinder Singh o Law – Balvinder Singh o Engineering – Ir. Tejinder Singh o Public Universities / STPM – Amreeta Kaur

3.3.5 Audio & Live Recordings : - The Sabha recorded all kirtan and katha in

the Darbar Sahib and CD’s of recordings were made available the Malacca Barsi.

3.3.6 Voters Registration: -Successfully handled by Vir Amanjeet Singh and

staff of Suruhanjaya Pilihanraya Malaysia.

3.4 Mini-Samelans

During the year, Mini-Samelans were conducted in the following areas: • May 2011 Tanah Rata • May 2011 Kulim, Kedah • May 2011 Ampang, Selangor • June 2011 Sabah • June 2011 Jelapang, Ipoh • Aug 2011 Selayang, Selangor • Aug 2011 Petaling Jaya • Jan 2012 Kuantan, Pahang • Jan 2012 Penang

3.5 Fellowship Camp

Location: Gurdwara Sahib Tanah Rata, Cameron Highlands Date: January 21- 24, 2012 Target participants: School-leavers, college students & young professionals (18-25 years) Number of participants: 200

Activities: A regular feature and much-awaited event during the Chinese New Year holidays, this year’s Fellowship Camp saw a whopping participation from close to 200 youths! With seats for both the buses being snapped up early on and a list of participants on standby, many campers took to social media websites such as Facebook reminiscing previous camps and awaiting the day that they would begin their Fellowship Camp journey. A team of dedicated sewadars took the journey up to Camerons a few days in advance to ensure everything was setup including checking out the jungle trekking route twice for total safety! From day one of the camp till the last day, the spirit of Fellowship was strong and could be seen in each and every one of the campers – be it during the indoor or outdoor sessions! Many campers shared their personal feelings, thoughts and hopes during interesting and eye-opening sessions

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with invited speakers. Simran sessions and daily Nitnem was observed by all campers who made it a point to be in the darbar on time. And when it came to outdoor activities, no amount of rain could damper the spirits of these campers! They braved the slightly soggy weather and completed the jungle trekking session that was successfully carried out by talented and experienced professional trainer Gurnam Singh. There was also a nostalgic impromptu reunion of sorts between past campers as many made a visit with their families during the duration of the camp. Needless to say, the bond created as campers lasts a lifetime which is what makes Fellowship Camp truly special!

Outcome: There was overwhelming response from participants to have another camp during the next long holidays (which would be Hari Raya) with many even requesting for confirmation on dates. Many are also keeping in touch with each other via social networking sites such as Facebook and will also be attending many of Sabha’s upcoming events. They were very charged up and requested for more such activities in the future.

4.0 Punjabi Bhasha Mela 2011

4.1 Some 400 participants and sewadars took part in the 21st Punjabi Bhasha Mela 2011 Sekolah Menengah Aminuddin Baki, Kampung Pandan, KL on June 4-5, 2011.A record turnout of 18 Punjabi Education Centers (PECs).

4.2 Besides individual prizes, there was a challenge trophy at stake plus cash

prize of RM1,000 for the champion team. 4.3 This year saw participation of teams from Dataran Pandan, Selayang Baru,

Sentul, Klang, Port Klang, Petaling Jaya, Sri Dasmesh, Johor Bahru, Seremban, Kampar, Rawang, Kuantan & Tanjung Malim. Additionally, for the first time in the history of the Bhasha Mela, five teams got together and participated as the Northern Zone. These five teams were from Penang, Butterworth, Sg Petani, Kulim and Kangar. They had their own regional competition earlier and sent their champions to participate as the Northern Zone Team. A record turnout of 18 Punjabi Education Centers (PECs).

4.4 As usual, competitions were according to age groups. Students from Std 1-3

were in Jatha 1, Std 4-6 in Jatha 2, Form 1-3 in Jatha 3 and Form 4-6 in Jatha 4. Participants took part in Shudh Paath, Kavta, Bahes, Bhashan, Sakhi / Kehani, Tatkali Peshkari, Shudh Akhar Jorh, Prashnotri and Aj di Taza Khabar, all of which were competitive events. There were also non-competitive events like Bahes for Adults & Gaon Toli Peshgi. Teams from Selayang Baru, Dataran Pandan, Petaling Jaya, Sri Dasmesh, Johor Bahru, Seremban& Kampar mesmerised the Sanggat the evening with their fantastic performances in the Gaon Toli Peshgi.

4.5 The entry into the new decade also witnessed each participant receiving a

Mela T- Shirt and a Certificate for participating. This was a first for the Mela. Team managers also received T-shirts, copies of a specially prepared CD, which was a compilation of Katha and Kirtan by top raagies and kathakaars, Of course prizes for the top five winners of each individual event and top three winners of team events were also given out.

4.6 The Sentul Team won the 21st Punjabi Bhasha Mela 2011 with the Selayang

Baru Team a close runner up.

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4.7 The Mela this year was truly awesome, with the standard of Punjabi reaching even higher than previous years. Listening to the participants read, write and speak Punjabi filled all our hearts with hope and pride and a realisation that our theme for this year, ie 'Zubaan, Qaum dhi Jaan' was most appropriate. We were all full of Jaan, hearing our Zubaan being spoken flawlessly with such sweetness and love.

4.8 A big thank you to Sekolah Menengah Aminuddin Baki, Kg Pandan for the

venue, Wadda Gurduara Sahib Kg Pandan and PEC Dataran Pandan for hosting the event and helping with the langgar, and together with Gurduara Sahib Ulu Klang, for putting up the outstation participants for the night. We also thank the City Police for their surveillance, the team managers and teachers for their tireless efforts in preparing the competitors, the participants for being such sports and finally the sevadars for the wonderful organisation of the 2011 Mela which ended on Sunday, 5th June, this time with 5 jaikaras of 'Bolay so Nihaal, Sat Sri Akaal'.

5.0 Publications

5.1 The Publication division is entrusted to manage THE SIKH, the regular magazine of the Sabha and other publications that can assist our Sikhi parchaar activities. For the year, the Division has published FOUR issues of THE SIKH till April 2012. The latest issue, released April 2012, covers Samelan 2012 and a host of other Sabha activities.

5.2 The Division also released a book, Q&A ON SIKHI: GURMAT DISCUSSIONS

ON THE INTERNET authored by former Sabha Jathedar Bhai Autar Singh. It was launched at the Grand Vaisakhi Event in Cheras We thank the author for sharing his material written over the years. A second edition is in the pipeline.

5.3 The Division is working on a series of phamplets on Sikhi. It will also assist

the Sabha ICT Division once the new Sabha website is up and running.

6.0 Hola Mahalla 2012

Location : Kampung Pandan & Kelab Aman Date : March 17 to 18, 2012

Activities : The two-day Hola Mahalla Games 2012 took off to a great start with all teams arriving at the Kampung Pandan sports complex way ahead of time for a quick round of warm up and team strategizing. The games kicked off with a recitation of Ardas as well as singing of the national anthem. The first few track events to take place were the heats for the some of the relays as well as the field events like shot put and long jump. Not to be missed out, the younger children were also involved in their own “sports” which included fun games and telematches that were conducted by a team of very cheerful sewadars.

Another highlight of the day was the adrenalin-fuelled kabaddi match that left many spectators clinging to the edge of their seats wondering who would walk away victorious. Event after event, relay after relay saw team Sri Dasmesh taking an earlylead but they nonetheless faced tough competition from the other teams including those from Gurdwara Sahib Tatt Khalsa and Pulapol. The hockey competition at the 2012 SNSM Holla Mahalla was the second

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time that the hockey match has been included in the Holla Mahalla competition. A total of 9 teams participated and around 72 boys played hockey averaging around 8 players a team. Although exhausted, all teams were assembled early at Kelab Aman for Team Games that included Football, Netball and Hockey, the Indoor Games which consisted of Carom, Scrabble, Chess, Checkers and a new inclusion into the games this year - Arm Wrestling. The inclusion of arm wrestling to the games stirred a lot of interest among all in attendance especially when there were challengers as young as 10 stepping up to the table for a showdown! On hand to judge was a professional arm wrestler who had represented the country in numerous matches and he also took time to share practical tips on this sport with the crowd. After two long days of battling it out in the arena, the Sri Dasmesh team emerged as overall Champions for the third time in the running, with Gurdwara Sahib Tatt Khalsa coming in second, followed by Gurdwara Sahib Pulapol in third position. Indeed, to sum it all up, it was a fun filled, challenging and beautiful weekend filled with great sportsmanship and brotherhood among all the teams.

7.0 Global Sikhs

Our past experiences in humanitarian relief have included serving in Disaster hit areas during the Aceh sea quake & tsunami (2004), Pakistan earthquake (2005), Cyclone Nargis in Myanmar (2008), Floods across West Malaysian states from Kedah to Johor, and most recently the nation wide floods in Thailand (2011). SNSM-GS is today recognised by the Bahagian Keselamatan Negara (BKN), Malaysia as a NGO partner involved in disaster relief, and is called upon to attend briefings from time to time.

Based on the Strategic Plan of Action formed after extensive meetings since December 2011, the committee recommended that SNSM-GlobalSikhs should continue to build on its experience in humanitarian disaster relief as part of the wider community outreach. The aim of this programme being to establish a corp of volunteers who will be well trained and equipped to respond to emergencies arising from accidents or natural occurrences.

The first call for volunteers was made during the presentation on Global Sikhs given at the SNSM Grand Vaisakhi Event at IYC, Cheras on April 6 2012. Subsequently a meeting of volunteers was called at Sabha House at which the following individuals, Rajinder Singh, Sukhdarshan Singh, Ir Tejinder Singh and Harbinder Singh were present. The other members of the initial core team are Satwant Singh and Ajit Singh.

In the near term the SNSM-GS Disaster Relief programme will select suitable candidates to form a core team of administrators, who will then begin the process to re-establish contacts with previous volunteers, recruit new volunteers and identify training modules & trainers. The core service areas of Medical, Logistical support, and provision of Food have been recognised as our key skill sets. The goal is to have a large pool of qualified medical personnel to call upon in an emergency; supported by other individuals with ground experience in logistics and management.

The long-term goal of the programme is to develop expertise and build the capacity to provide full-fledged camp management services comprising of Medicine, Food, Shelter and Water & Sanitation. This effort is to be backed up by a well-trained team of technical personnel, support crews in cooking, logistics, para-medicine, etc.

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To ensure the sustainability of this sizable undertaking, we envisionworking in strategic partnership with organisations in their respective Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts.

7.1 Global Sikhs Planning Report

Global Sikhs team went through a strategic planning exercise to: 1. Revive Global Sikhs 2. Perform a Gap Analysis of the Global Sikhs then and now, in terms of focus

and organization strength 3. Determine the Programs it should run based on current needs and also to

proactively address future issues by curbing it from now. This strategic planning exercise was carried out in multiple workshops leveraging on subject matter experts (SMEs) brought in to assist the current pro-tem committee of Global Sikhs: Datuk Suret Singh, Datin Kuldip Kaur, Dalbir Singh (CISCO), BK Sidhu, Dr. Harinder Rai Singh, Jasrinder Kaur, Sukdev Singh (Success), Jaspal Singh, Habhajan Singh, Amarjit Kaur, Dr. Jasbir Kaur, Nancy and Harbinder Singh. Among the SMEs were Taranjit Singh, Lashvinder Kaur and Jagdish Singh (IMPACT). The deliverables of the Strategic Planning Exercise was a Strategic Plan for Global Sikhs. Please refer to attachment Global Sikhs Strategic Plan ver0.6. The document covers the following areas: Background Information Top 7 Challenges SWOT Analysis Programs/Projects Prioritization Vision, Strategy, Execution & Measurement Organization Structure Key Partners Enablement Plans Upon completion of this Strategic Plan, the pro-tem committee further

engaged the SMEs for a period of 2 months to develop a Program Plan for the identified Programs. The Program Plan is still currently being reviewed and fine tuned. It will be shared at a later stage.

7.2 Vision Statement

The vision Global Sikhs is seen as Enabling “Sarbat Da Bhala” or Enabling Service to All - which is an extension of the parent body’s vision of “Sarbat-Da-Bhala.” Do note: Though the Strategic Plan has captured multiple Programs, not all Programs will be launched simultaneously. Also, the prioritization and final list of programs to be launched will be refined upon the completion of the Program Plans and Pilot Phase.

7.3 The approach would be:

Complete Program Plan ► Volunteer Induction Program ► Roll-out Pilot Projects based on Program Plan ► Review Effectiveness of Program Plan based on Pilot Roll-out & Fine Tune the Plan ►Official Launch of Program.

Based on the outcome of the Program Plan and Pilot Projects, the official launch dates of the Program will be identified. Plans are only as good as their execution. The success of these proposed programs are contingent on a few factors: 1. There is logistical support from a fully functioning resource centre. 2. Community participation via a sufficient pool of volunteers. 3. Support of Sabha 4. Successful partnerships with like minded NGO's

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5. Sustainable sources of funding 6. Dynamic leadership at the helm of GlobalSikhs, and commitment of program

leaders & volunteers. 7.4 Interim Programme

In the interim, please refer to the summary of activities being carried out by the respective programs.

7.4.1 Guru Nanak langger (GNL)

The aim of this program is to reach out to the poor & needy irrespective of race, creed or colour. The soft launch of this program began in Sabha house on 5th May with the modest target of having Langger available to visitors & sewadars at Sabha House. The GNL volunteers have asked the Sabha Committee to improve basic amenities for the GNL project such as a hot & cold water dispenser, and a food warmer with 4 bowls. We are looking to improve our current pool of 5 volunteers to a minimum threshold of 15 to 20 volunteers who will be trained in marketing, cleaning, cooking serving & distribution of Langger to the needy. We plan to commence distribution of langger to the needy around KL city via our volunteers as soon as possible based on our resource capabilities.For distribution to the needy around KL city the plan is to do one evening per week using own transport or Sabha vans depending on their availability.

7.4.2 Senior Citizen Program Its main objective is to make use of the untapped resources of our senior citizens, which while is hugely available, has not been put to good use. We aim to make each and every senior citizen feel special, in their own rights, whether it is to provide help, or to receive help. At this moment, we have 3 programs in the pipeline. 1. Buddy System - a senior citizen is assigned to a buddy in need –e.g. the

bed ridden, sickly 2. Power of Prayer- a group of senior citizens conduct prayers with people

in need 3. Let Me Help - a senior citizen conducts classes to share his know-

how/expertise The pilot projects have started in the Klang valley with our first pilot being a Punjabi class being conducted by a senior citizen, a program under Let Me Help.A group of 10 people have been meeting up to do a pilot of the Buddy System and we hope to roll it out latest in 2Hy12.

7.4.3 Disaster Relief Program Our past experiences in humanitarian relief have included serving in Disaster hit areas during the Aceh sea quake & tsunami (2004), Pakistan earthquake (2005), Cyclone Nargis in Myanmar (2008), Floods across W. Malaysian states from Kedah to Johor, and most recently the nation wide floods in Thailand (2011). SNSM-GlobalSikhs is today recognised by the Bahagian Keselamatan Negara (BKN) as an NGO partner involved in disaster relief, and is called upon to attend briefings from time to time. Based on the Strategic Plan of Action, the task force recommended that SNSM-GS should continue to build on its experience in humanitarian disaster relief, as part of the wider community outreach. The main thrust of this program being: to establish a corps of volunteers who will be well trained and

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equipped to respond to emergencies arising from accidents or natural occurrences. In the near term the SNSM-GS Disaster Relief program will select suitable candidates to form a core team of administrators, who will then begin the process to re-establish contacts with previous volunteers, recruit new volunteers and identify training modules & trainers. The core service areas of Medical, Logistical support, and provision of Food have been recognised as our key skill sets. The goal is to have a large pool of qualified medical personnel to call upon in an emergency and supported by other individuals with ground experience in logistics and management. The long term goal of the program is to develop expertise and build the capacity to provide full fledged camp management services comprising of Medicine, Food, Shelter and Water & Sanitation. This effort is to be backed up by a well-trained team of technical personnel, support crews in cooking, logistics, para-medicine, etc. To ensure the sustainability of this sizable undertaking, we envision working in strategic partnership with organisations in their respective Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts.

7.4.4 Counselling Program The Global Sikhs counselling body has only recently been formed. The counselling program is a support function for all other programs. Its objective is to study, understand and support the needs of the various groups of people who are running the various activities, as well as the recipients of these programs.This objective is to be met by conducting a needs analysis at the onset of a case received and to direct the case to the right group for support. It is also to look into other channels of help where appropriate assistance can be provided. To jumpstart this program, we are in the process of identifying the right counsellors. At the moment the counsellors we have are Dharamjot Kaur Khalsa, Manjeet Kaur Harnam Singh, Urmila Singh and Dr Harsharan Kaur. We are also in the process of planning the type of courses that can be conducted to teach and train the volunteer group on the types of counselling methods available and how to counsel. Most of the people who have signed up as volunteers for this program are not trained counsellors. Two other programs have also been earmarked for launch in the near term. They are the Guru Angad Education Centre and the Entrepreneur Development Program.

8.0 SNSM Training and Development (T&D) The T&D department was a new department that was established in this term. The objectives of SNSM T&D was as follows:“Personal Success and Leadership” This individual success will be the main focus of the training programs. To achieve that, the individual has to be prepared forleadership, i.e. to lead himself/herself into success. Together with this, the T&D had alsoplaned programs to support and prepare sewadarfor leading the many satsangs, programs and samelans of the SNSM. All in all, the T&D department conducted 6 training programs whichwere held in Sg Petani, Lumut, Cameron Highlands, Kuala Lumpur and Seremban. Thetotal number of persons involved cumulatively in thecamps exceeded 250 and more than 14 days of training was

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provided. The general feedback from the participants who attended these eventshas been extremely encouraging and the T&D department intends to intensify the activities for the next term. Many of these trainings have been showcased in the Sikh Review. Among the most important one has been the leadership training provided forthe teenagers of single mothers in Ipoh as well as the Gurpuri. The last programme, which will outlined in next annual report, was: Awaken the Leader in Me Phase 2 Workshop (June 2-3, 2012) Venue : Kelana Resort, Seremban

Trainers : Lt Col (R) Mohan Singh Rendhawa, Harvinder Singh, Sukhvir Kaur -

Sri Dasmesh

No. of Participants : 44 youth 14-18 years old, mainly from single parent homes and orphans from Sikh Mai in Ipoh and Gurpuri

Evaluation :

Overall the participants rated the program highly with 100% giving an overall rating of good / excellent.

9.0 Mother’s Day There is nothing else in this world like a mother’s love. And to honour all mothers around, SNSM organized a special Mother's Day Party that was held at Sabha House, KL. Over 350 mums attended the party which began with them receiving a special welcome at the entrance. Once seated, the mums were treated to performances by the Malaysian Apna Punjab group who charmed the mums with their specially choreographed moves. Heart warming poems were also recited which brought quite a few tears to a lot of eyes. There were also fun games for the mums as well as lucky draw prizes up for grabs. Some senior mums were helped on stage to cut the cake after a few well-deserving mums were honoured for their dedication to their families and the community. There was even an impromptu catwalk show by the sporting mums who took to stage during one of the games. Refreshments in the form of delicious mee, kuih, samosas, ice kacang and more were served before the happy mums left with a goodie bag in tow. Certainly a wonderful way to show our love for mothers! 10.0 Malaysian Sikh Youth Association (MSYA) MSYA was successfully registered and a committee was formed comprising of existing Exco Members who are below the ages of 40 years.

11.0 Communications and ICT 11.1 Members : Balvinder Singh, Hargopal Singh, Naranjan Singh (media), Dalbir Singh,

Inderjeet Singh.

The ICT sub-committee was given a new look post the 2011 Annual General Meeting by the Jathedar. Sardar Balvinder Singh was appointed as the new coordinator of this sub-committee. He took over from the previous sewadars handling this sewa.The objective of this committee is to maintain a presence of SNSM and its activities on

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the internet and to use the ICT tools for Sikhi and Gurmat parchaar. The internet, in particular social websites such as facebook and twitter are extremely popular with the youth, which our main target group.

11.2 Though the sub-committee was re-constituted after the AGM and commenced wortk

when the control of SNSM’s facebook page was only handed over. It took a further six months before full control of the SNSM website was made available to the new team. Efforts are in progress to complete transfer of ownership of SNSM webpage to SNSM.Facebook has been revamped. It has introduced various daily postings which have received good response. The intent has been to promote a Gurbani and Gurmat based learning in short and fun posts using the audio-visual tools available on Facebook. The efforts have been fruitful and well received.

11.3 The ICT team has been sourcing for a suitable new look for the SNSM for the

purpose of a complete revamp of the webpage. The launch of the new look website is targetted towards end-June.With Waheguru’s grace, we have achieved some of objectives which we set out to achieve and look forward to further advancements in the future. There is an abundance of parchaar opportunity within the web-based social media and internet in general. SNSM will continue to tap these channels.

12.0 International Youth Centre, Kuala Kubu Bharu (ISC) 12.1 At the AGM of 25 June 2011, members approved: - RM 500,000 to do Earthworks at KKB Land, and - RM150,000 to construct a Camp site, to get fast utilisation of the land 12.2 With the help of Consultant Civil Engineer (Ir. Baljit Singh, Penang), a tender was

awarded to Ir. Sures + Mohinder Singh for RM500,000. Another tender to construct the camp site was awarded to S Iqbal Singh for RM150,000.Earthworks began in Oct. 2011. Due to heavy rain this year and the grass not well-rooted yet, site had some land slips and internal road became impassable.With the guidance of Ir. Baljit and an experienced plantation owner, Devinder Singh, preventive works were undertaken.Concrete drains were constructed with manholes and concrete culverts. The internal road was improved with a 4-inch thick quarry crusher run. The cost an additional approximately RM50,000.

12.3 The campsite consists of 6 portable cabin and a toilet/bath block. Its costs was

contriobuted by well-wishers. 12.4 With the guidance of consultant engineer Ir Inderjit Singh Purba, we have awarded

the electrical wiring contract to S. Amreek Singh at a cost of approximately RM15,000.

12.5 Updates:

Water supply was connected on 30thMay, 2012. TNB supply is expected by end-June 2012 (temporary electricity supply has been

obtained from a neighbouring home). Expect to furnish all cabins for campers/visitors by end-June 2012.

12.6 We have employed the following team to assist in managing the place:

S Sarjit Singh Naura and wife Desi S Kuljit Singh

12.7 The Committee is grateful for the expert advice given promtly when sought by Ir Inderjit Singh Purba and Planner Bassant Singh. We also thanks civil and structural

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consultant engineer Ir Baljit Singh and plantation owner S Devinder Singh who visited the site 5 times and provided advise on land, drainage and access road. Contractords Iqbal Singh and Mohinder Singh have also contributed various works voluntarily.

12.8 With Waheguru’s grace, we have completed works authorised by the last Sabha

AGM. We are now ready to proceed with the development of the ISC proper. 13.0 Sabha Hostel

The Sabha hostel normally caters to students and working adults. It is managed by a resident warden who stays in the hostel with his family. Currently there are 2 rent-paying families and 5 rent-paying working adults staying there. A family of 5 (3 adults and 2 children) is occupying 3 rooms for free. The hostel also serves as a store for Sabha equipment. Currently 2 rooms are being used to store Sabha mattresses, pillows, blankets, etc. In recent times, some welfare cases have been allowed to stay at the hostel without charge.

14.0 Annual Gurmat Parchaar Samelan 2011 PLEASE REFER APPENDIX A.

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15.0 Investment Committee The ivestments committee is satisfied with investment performance for the year under review. Below is the summary of the Investment Committee’s report. Placements of funds by Sabha (Position as at 3 June 2012)

11/1/09 Opening of Account RM250,000

2/16/11 CIMB 579427 RM608,000 2/16/11 MBB 135717 RM139,000

2/14/12 CIMB 345360 RM750,000 RM1,747,000

Investments made Date Product Trade done Cost Current MV (RM) 11/13/09 PBFin (Bond) 250,000.00 290,910.62 2/21/11 BUY AmFirst (Reits) 177,000 @ RM1.1850 209,749.24 205,320.00 2/21/11 BUY CMMT (Reits) 213,000 @ RM1.1146 237,400.00 10/14/11 SOLD CMMT 213,000 @ RM 1.30 275,786.23 GAIN 38,386.23 2/22/11 BUY SUNREIT (Reits) 284,000 @ RM1.0542 299,374.06 369,200.00 2/14/12 AmBond 750,000.00 754,618.54 AmDynamic Bond 250,000.00 253,820.66 Money Market *** 90,446.64

1,964,316.46

Returns from Investments transferred back to Sabha House

5/17/10 Coupon from PBFin 8,926.03 11/16/10 Coupon from PBFin 9,172.60 5/6/11 Dividend from CMMT 3,331.33 5/17/11 Coupon from PBFin 8,827.40 6/15/11 Dividend from AmFirst 8,030.23

38,287.59 Note *** Post 15 June 2011, all dividends/coupons received are being placed in the Money Market Funds RM Amount Invested 1,747,000.00 Current Market Value 1,964,316.46

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16.0 Branches

SNSM PERAK 16.1 SNSM PERAK BRANCH REPORT (April 2011- May 2012)

By the will and Grace of the Guruji we were able to undertake the following events.

DATE

EVENT

April 2011 8th-10th 24.4.11

Vasakhi Celebration Youth Meeting in Sabha hse (MK /MP)

A 3 days event was held at the Sabha House in Ipoh which comprised of kirten & katha and children’s activities. It was well received by the sangat. Regular naujawan meeting and Rehraas

May 8.5.11 22.5.11 28.5.11-20.5.2011

Youth meeting in Sabha hse (MK /MP) Youth meeting in Sabha hse (MK /MP) Holiday Camp in Cameron Highlands

Regular naujawan meeting and rehraas Regular naujawan meeting and rehraas About 45 Mighties and Miri piris participated in this camp under the abled guidance of Dr. Sarabdeep Singh.Other youths helping out were Vir Narain, Prem, Sukhvinder and etal Participants had a great time with Kirten, Katha, drama, games at the park and of course plenty of good food

June 10.6.12 – 12.6.11 19.6.11 26.6.11

Holiday Camp in Jelapang Youth meeting in Sabha hse (MK /MP) AGM

Sabha Perak was called upon by the Jelapang Naujawans to help put together the program for a samelan in Jelapang.The naujawans did well in running the event and arranging the logistics with the co-operation of the Gurdwara committee.We hope naujawans from other areas too can come forward with similar efforts Regular naujawan meeting and rehraas AGM was held in the sabha house attended by the Jathedar Vir Amarjit Singh and Dr. Jasbir Singh. The existing committee continued for a 2nd year with a little shuffling in the committee posts

September 18.9.11

Merdeka netball and football tournement

The sports division,for the first time, organised a tournament in conjunction with Merdaka Day. 7 netball and 9 footsul teams took part. The chief guest was Dato Virasingam from the Menteri Besar’s office.

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24.9.11 EXCO meeting SNSM PERAK girl’s team was champions for netball followed closely by the Batu Gajah Team. The Futsal was won by the Kampar Team.

November 5.11.12 – 7.11.11 23.11.11

Leadership camp in Pangkor EXCO meeting

A sewadar camp was held at Seaview Hotel in Pangkor.A total of 35 sewadars and their family members attend this getaway. The camp was conducted by Ltd Col ( rtd ) Mohan Singh Rendhawa aimed at leadership training and exploring needs of the youth s in our region. We had a fun filled session with classes as well as games and a boat ride around the island.

December 4.12.11 9.12.12 – 11.12.11 31.12.11

EXCO meeting Youth Wonder Camp New Year Program

A mini samelan called THE YOUTH WONDER HOLIDAY RETREAT followed by Sri Guru Nanakdevji’s gurprub celebration was organized in Sabha hse. Various activities were arranged including youth sessions with Vir Nashatar Singhji and counseling for girls and boys. A funfilled outdoor event was held at the Taman DR. while Virji had a session with parents. Dr.Sarabdeep arranged for a Health Camp at the premisis along with a camp fire and movie screening. Kirten darbar on the last day. As always a grand kirten darbar was held in WGI on the eve of New Year. Several local and overseas kirten jathas sang praises of the Almighty. The finale of the program was done by our Sabha Perak jatha. The attendance was good.

JANUARY 2012

Gurbani Explorer workshop

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FEBUARY 5.2.2012 19.2.2012

Education Camp Other youth activities OMG annual celebration in Sabha hse

45 participants and 15 parents attended this camp.Mr.Siva, a certified facilitator from the LAW OF ATTRACTION CENTER made a 4 hrs presentation on how to use this concept to attract better academic and personal achievements.A follow up was done for several participants. -12 naujawans from Perak were sponsored to the Fellowship camp in Camerons. -3 Naujawans were sent to the Growing Leaders seminar in Nilai -A few naujawans were sponsored to the Penang Samelan Camp. -A bus was arranged to Slim River for the Reopening of the Gurdwara Sahib after renovations. 35 persons attended the event from Ipoh The OMG program was headed by Narin and Rakhpreet

MARCH 17.3.12 18.3.12

Grand Vasakhi Kirten Darbar in Sabha House Vasakhi celebrations with special kids

Program started with Rehraas followed by kirten and katha by our Sabha jatha and a ragi jatha (Bhai Tarlochan Singh).Program ended at 10pm A teaparty was held to celebrate vasakhi. 80 orphans attended from Malay, Chinese and Indian homes. Datuk Haji Azhar pegawai khas from the menteri besar’s office was the chief guest. He was accompanied by 12 others a cultural program was arranged in which our youths presented a lok sangeet and gidha item. The children from the Chinese home presebted 2 chinese dances and the malay and Indian chidren presented a song each.The party ended with games and prizes for all. SNSM PERAK would like to record a special thanks to Vir Harjinder Singh from Penang who come forward in a big way to help organize this event.

APRIL 19.4.12

Punjabi Bhasha Mela

The Punjabi Bhasha Mela competition for Perak was held at the Khalsa Diwan premis. We would like to record our gratitude to the KDM for their help and participation in helping us organizing and securing the main hall from Taj College.There was an overwhelming response from all the 9 PECs in Perak and we had a full house. All went well. We thank all those who helped, the judges who volunteered their entire day, Vir Dhaijirt Singh who took the entire responsibility of feeding all of us. The winners were taken to KL on 19th and 20th May by the team manager penji Pajan

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Other activities: 1. Thursday program in WGI every forthnightly Welfare Division Report 2011 (SNSM Perak) With Waheguru's Kirpa and Blessings, together with the support from the Sanggat, SNSM Perak managed to help needy families under this division. - One family was given a monthly cash aid for ration and other needs. - We also supported another family by paying the tuition fees of three school going children. - On top of that, SNSM Perak also took the initiative to cover the monthly transport(van) charges to ferry children of two poor families, to attend the Punjabi classes at Guru Nanak Institution(GNI) every Saturday. - We also helped two families by giving them a one-off payment when they needed funds urgently. We certainly do hope to help more families when the need arises. We would like to thank all donors who contributed towards helping these needy families. Waheguru's blessings will always be with you. (Report prepared by Dr Amarjeet Kaur, Jathedar, SNSM Perak)

SNSM KEDAH 16.2 SNSM KEDAH BRANCH REPORT (April 2011- May 2012)

Jathedar : Bhuvinder Singh (Sungai Petani) Meet Jathedar 1 : Vir Tarsame Singh (Sungai Petani) Meet Jathedar 2 : Bhen Kashminder Kaur (Sungai Petani) Secreatry : Vir Hardip Singh (Sungai Petani) Asst. Secretary : Bhen Paremjit Kaur (Sungai Petani) Treasurer : Vir Suakwinder Singh (Sungai Petani) Asst. Treasurer : Bhen Nasip Kaur (Sungai Petani) Committee Members : Vir Gurcharan Singh (Sungai Petani) Vir Akbal Singh (Sungai Petani) Bhen Naginder Kaur (Kangar) Bhen Balbir Kaur (Kulim) Bhen Sarjit Kaur (Kulim) Bhen Harjit Kaur (Sungai Petani) Bhen Gurmeet Kaur (Kangar) Bhen Sarabjit Kaur (Alor Setar) Veer Darshan Singh (Alor Setar) Bhen Jaspreet Kaur (Sungai Petani) Bhen Kanvel Kaur (Sungai Petani) Veer Satbir Singh (AIMST)

Auditors : Vir Balvinder Singh (Sungai Petani)

Vir Ranjit Singh (Sungai Petani) Activities and Programmes

Kaur to participate in the national level competition.

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June 2011 Mini Samelan: Mini Samelan in Kulim. Like always, a great turn out.More fun based and gurmat activities. October 2011 AGM - New Exco committee appointed. September 2011 Northern Region Teens Camp 3 day camp at Maxwell Hill,Taiping, with 60 youth and sewadars. November 2011 Northern Region Sewadars Inspire Camp Held at Kem PLKN Bukit Besar, Kulim. A 2-day camp (Nov 5-6, 2011).Sewadars from Penang, Kulim,Alor Star and Sg.Petani.Camp motto: “We aspire to ignite the flame in us as we inspire to ignite tha flame in others.” SNSM Kedah& Penang branches worked together to organise the programmes in the Northern towns. January 2012 2nd Sikh Ekta Futsal This year’s event saw the collaboration of Kedah & Perlis teams.Eight teams took part in the 3 categories –Family, Men & Women. March 2012 Northern Region Punjabi Bhaasa Mela We had our 3rd Punjabi Bhasha Mela organised together by SNSM Kedah & Penang branches, Wadda Gurdwara Sahib and Khalsa Dharmik School,Penang. 6 PEC Centres took part: Kangar, Sungai Petani, Kulim, Butterworth, Penang and Bayan Baru. Held at Wada Gurdwara Penang.

SNSM JOHOR 16.3 SNSM JOHOR BRANCH REPORT (April 2011- May 2012)

16.3.1 Committee Members appointed by Sikh Naujawan Sabha Malaysia. Jathedar : Dr Sarjit Singh Meet Jathedar : Gurdip Singh Secretary : Manjeet Singh Asst. Secretary : Resham Singh Treasurer : Savaranjit Singh Asst. Treasurer : Jagdev Singh Comm. Members : Ajeet Singh Iqbal Kirpaljit Singh Mohinder Singh Bulwant Singh Hardip Singh Bhagat Singh

Sewadars/Granthi Ji : Giani Paramjit Singh 16.3.2 The House

Located at 16, Jalan Pertawai, Taman Johor, 81200 Johor Bahru , Sabha House is strategically located 100m away from Jalan Skudai. It has 7 rooms and is catered for

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Darbar Sahib, an office, Giani Ji’s quarters, Guest Room, Computer room, Gym room and Library. Extention for cooking area and 2 external toilets.

16.3.3 Regular Activities

Weekly Satsangs Held on Sundays from 5.30pm-7.30pm. A venue for children learning kirtan to perform. Occasionally Sukhmani Sahib Path is also done as per request for sponsoring family. Gurmat Sangeet Classes Daily Gurmat Sangeet (waja & Tabla) classes for beginnersare thought by Giani Paramjit Singh. Currently there are 28 students. Weekly Gurbani Classes With the Joint effort of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Academy the Johor Branch have Started Gurbani classes on Sundays. Currently 20 students are attending the Gurbani Sentiya Classes and 30 students are in the Learning Gurbani Clasess. Daily Gurbani Classes The Center has started the Daily Gurbani Clases. This One to One Session covers indepth understanding of Sri Gur Granth Sahib Ji while focusing on pronunciation and vocabulary.

16.3.4 Special Programmes

Southern Region Bhasha Mela Bhasha Mela was held on 8th April 2012 with participating students from Johor, Malacca and Negeri Sembilan. Kirtan Darbars Various Ragi Jathas were sent by Sabha HQ for the entire year. The Center takes this opportunity to thank the following for the support rendered for the success of the Branch:- Sangat of Johor Bahru Jathedar & Exco Members of Sikh Naujawan Sabha Malaysia. President & Members of Gurdwara Sahib Johor Bahru. Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Academy, Kuala Lumpur. Dato Harjit Singh Dhaliwal of Gurtaj Foundation All Ragis & Parcharaks Dedicated Sewadars

SNSM PENANG 16.4 SNSM PENANG BRANCH REPORT (April 2011- April2012)

16.4.1 3 E CAMP: Enlightening, Enriching andEmpowering Programme. After much deliberation SNSM PG together with the naujawan members of the Police Gurdwara came up with a novel approach in organizing a 1 day Samelan / camp, one that was hip and attractive to youths and Sikh children. It is more like a 1 day Samelan that has been tweaked and rebranded as a 3 E Camp targeting youths who are 16 years and below (6 – 16 years old). The name 3 E was chosen to represent / depict the following:-

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a) 3 E means 3 times - We will endeavor to organize the camp for 3 times in a

year so as to ensure that there is continuity of planned programmes to act as follow ups to our Annual Samelan and Mini Samelan. This allows us to touch base with our youths to reiterate preceding learning experiences and put forth new issues and topics while strengthening our bonds with each other.

b) Ideologically it also meant that 1 key topic affecting youth will be picked through

collective opinion after which appropriate training and learning activities will be planned. We shall endeavor to ENLIGHTEN them about the chosen topic by drawing upon Sikh concepts / doctrines, and incorporate current issues and developments around the world so as to ENRICH their learning experiences and finally by doing so we hope Sikh youths will be EMPOWERED through the total experience.

The camp features, IPS, Learning Module, Interactive Media Sessions (Video clips and discussion) and Workshops. Local jatha’s are often invited to lead in IPS sessions. Veerji Kamay, Giani Surinder, Veerji Tirlochan and Veerji Sarjit Singh Rawang (Sanjay) are amongst those who have been invited so far.

FIRST 3 E CAMP 2011 Date : 14th May 2011 (Saturday) Venue : Police Gurdwara Time : 8.00am – 4.30pm Topic : Facebook (Pro’s and Con’s) SECOND 3 E CAMP 2011 Date : 14th July 2011 (Thursday) Venue : Police Gurdwara Time : 8.00am – 4.30pm Topic : Faith THIRD 3 E CAMP 2011 Date : 23rd October 2011 (Sunday) Venue : Wadda Gurdwara Time : 8.00am – 4.30pm Topic : Power of Sadhsanggat FIRST 3 E CAMP 2012 Date : 1st April 2012 (Sunday) Venue : Butterworth Gurdwara Time : 8.00am – 4.30pm Topic : Attitude 16.4.2 KANGAR 1 DAY SAMELAN 2011 SNSM Penang and SNSM Kedah forged alliances to reach out to our brothers and sisters in the north most part of Malaysia, Kangar. The Samelan started at 8am with Kirtan session followed by arambakh ardass and ended with an IPS session and semapti ardass at 9.30pm. On the whole it was a fun-filled day with loads of learning opportunities from learning modules, kirten sessions, group dynamics, heart to heart as well as parents’ session. We had approximately 50 participants (20 Mighty Khalsa and 30 Miri Piri). The main topic of discussion was the 5 evils (Vices) Kaam, Krodh, Lobh Moh, Hangkaar). About 15 Sewadars were sent Penang to facilitate the Kangar samelan. 16.4.3 YOUTH SAMPURAN SEHAJ PATH 2011

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With grace of almighty and after a successful attempt in getting youths to participate in the very first youth Akand Path held in 2010, SNSM with the support of Police Gurdwara organized the Youth SampuranSehajPath 2011 from 2nd June 2011 till 5th June 2012. Approximately 15 youths participated in doing the Akandh Path and many others supported in Degh sewa, Langgar sewa and so on. Youths took 1 hour turns(ROL) each and those who were more experienced took 2 hours turns (ROL). It has received very good support of the local sanggat and it has been very encouraging on the whole. Veerji Kamay and Jatha were invited to do kirten after the completion of the Akandh Path. Many youths who are capable of doing path are often denied the opportunity to part take in the Akandh Path on the premise that their speed is slow and they have no experience. We hope that this is will become a platform for youths to gain the experience of doing Akandh Path and also for the sanggat to see for themselves that youths are indeed capable of doing so and should be given a chance. We also hope that this will encourage more children to complete their path and participate in such Akandh Path programmes in the future. 16.4.4 SHABAD JAAP SESSION 2011

To cater to many younger children as well as those who felt that they were left out in the Youth Akandh Path programme as they were not capable of doing babe da path, we organized a Shabad Jaap session on the 29th January 2011 from 7.00am – 7.00pm. Three member teams took 30 minutes turn in reciting the chosen shabad. The teams were led by a senior youth member and two other younger members when reciting the shabad. The chosen shabad was: DhanaSriMahala 4 IchaPurakhSarabSukh Data HarJaa Kai Vas Jai KamDaynaa. So AisaaHarDhiaye Mere Jiee-arhayTaaSarabSukhPavai Mere Manaa.(1) The whole Shabad was recited continuously.

16.4.5 NORTHERN REGION TEENS CAMP 2011 For the first time in 9 years the SNSM PG once again resurrected one of its signature programme which was then knowned as the Penang Hill Youth Camp. The camp was organized from 16th till 18th September 2011. The camp is targeted to draw youths (14 years and above) from around the northern region. About 60 youths and sewadars took part in the Teens Camp. The objective of the camp was to bring youths from the Northern region together and converge on a different location (for a camp like feel) to carry out various activities and discussions relevant to youths of today by drawing upon Sikhi imperatives. It follows the format of the fellowship camp. The three key topics presented in this camp were Change, Taking Charge (Leadership) and Integrity. All discussions, group dynamic activities and kirten sessions were aligned to these topics on a daily basis. The camp was organized up on the serene and beautiful Maxwell Hill of Taiping. The camp was supported by sewadars from Taiping who had to prepare langgar in the Gurdwara and have it transported to the top. They also helped in making all the logistic arrangements. VerjiKamay, VeerjiSukhdarshen(SP)andVeerjiAjitpal from Klang were all invited to be part of the thrill.

16.4.6 ATAM RASS KIRTEN DARBAAR 2011 For the first time with the grace of guruji, SNSM PG organized an AtamRassKirtenDarbar. The event was held at the Police Gurdwara on the 24th September 2011 from 4.00pm to 9.00pm. Prominentlocal kirtanjathe’s invited were, VeerjiGurmukh, VeerjiTirlochan Singh and VeerjiKamay. The programme started with a short prelude toRaag narrated and explained by VeerjiGurmukhand sung by his children. It was then followed by kirten by all three jathe’s who sang together in an Atam Rass format that has caught on with the sanggat in recent years. On the whole it was a blissful experience with the sanggat singing in one voice together. 16.4.7 NEW YEARS EVE KIRTAN DARBAR 31ST DECEMBER 2011 As with every year, the SNSM PG in collaboration with the Wadda Gurdwara Sahib

Pg organized the New Year’s Eve kirtan darbar to seek guruji’s blessing in ushering

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the new year 2012. As always, local jathe’s took turns to do kirten with the final ardass done at 12.00am sharp.

16.4.8 JAPJI SAHIB JAAP (Continuous Recitation of Japji Sahib) This time, based on the collective opinion of all members, we decided to organize a

one night special programme of continuously reciting Japji Sahib. The session which was organized in the Police Gurdwara started at 7.00pm and ended at 7.00am between the 6th and 7th of January 2012. Once again many youths came together and took turns of 30 minutes in groups of three.

16.4.9 21ST PENANG MINI SAMELAN 2012 The long Chinese New Year break was certainly a call out for the SNSM (Pg

Branch) to organize our Penang Mini Samelan. The samelan was held from the 21st -23rdof January 2012. This time around the samelan was organized in the Butterworh Gurdwara following calls made from the members to rotate samelan venues within Penang so as to give every Gurdwara and the local sanggat an experience to be a part of the samelan. The theme of the Samelan was: Darshen Deykh Jiwa Gur Tera, Puran Karam Hoay Prabh Mera. From insightful indoor lessons to fun activities that even included aerobics, to inspiring kirtan session, all the sessions had participants yearning for more. The cheerful faces clearly paint a picture of happiness and bliss.

16.4.10 PENANG VASAKHI OPEN HOUSE 2012 Instead of organizing the event all by ourselves (as in the previous years), this time

around the SNSM PG decided to organize the 10th Vasakhi Open House in collaboration with the Penang Sikh Association (PSA) so as to pull our resources together in organizing the event for the benefit of Penangites and tourists alike. The event was organized on the 21st of April from 6.00pm till 11.00pm at the Penang Times Square.

The Chief Minister of Penang and dignitaries consisting of Members of Parliament, state executive councilors and Gurdwara Representatives were invited to grace in the event. We were delighted to see a turnout of about 3000 people ranging from locals from all over the Island to foreign tourist, who came to enjoy the lively Open House. The event showcased various performances including bhangra, giddha, multicultural and modern bollywood dance numbers. There were also mehendi art services and exhibition section showcasing exhibits of early arrivals of Sikhs in Malaysia.

SNSM NEGERI SEMBILAN 16.5 Negeri Sembilan

Advisor : Surinder Kaur Jathedar : Balbir Singh Meet Jathedar : Harmit Singh Secretary : Harbindar Singh Asst Secretary : Gurbachan Singh Treasurer : Kalvindar Kaur Meet Treasurer : Taranjit Singh Committee Members : Gurvinder Singhj

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Arjan Singh Sarban Singh

Harjindar Singh Harcharan Singh Jagdave Singh (Port Dickson) Surinderjit Singh (Port Dickson) 16.5.1 Seremban Naujawan Satsang was revived back in February 2012 (80 children

excluding parents attends the programee every week on Sunday (10-12 noon).

Naujawan programmes are held in Darbar Sahib. If the gurdwara has diwan on Sunday then we hold it in our Khalsa Punjabi School Building.

All children have been divided to - 5 pyare names into Jatha's. Each Jatha takes charge of duties each week consists of following:- (a) Start satsang off with one theme shabad. (b) Story telling Guru Nanak Dev Ji The First Guru (Bed time stories series

& other material from Sabha is being used). (c) Frequently asked question by chidren/ and present time problems. (d) Short audio/video stories from youtube, animation movie and motivational

short clips to show children. (e) Sikh Values How to be in darbar sahib, mheta thekna etc). (f) Quiz questions on stories/ matters discussed on day f discussed on the

satsang day & previous Satsang (questions varies from General knowledge, Sikhi Punjabi, (past SRP & SPM exam question syllabus).

(g) Short Simran for 10 mins. (h) Ardas. (i) Children Sewa in Langgar Hall.

Now we are moving towards one week a months Saturday night Programme will

be conducted by children (under our guide from Kirtan, stage announcements, Ardas, Kavta, story telling in Punjabi & English) (a) Local Jathas will be calledto do Kirtan (b) Sewa Langgar serving will be done by children

16.5.2 Punjabi Bhasha Mela in Johor Bahru (Southern Region)- 40 kids & parents

took part.

16.5.3 Punjabi Bhasha Mela in APITT (Central Region) participating 40 kids and punjabi Teachers attended.

16.5.4 Helping out in running PEC Punjabi classes.

16.5.5 Vasakhi Celerations 2011/2012 (Akhand Path) (a) Kirtan Darbar on 2nd day of Akhand Path (6.30 pm - 11.00pm) - Conducted

by Naujawan Satsang. (b) Nishaan Sahib Selami done by Naujawan Satsang. (c) Children Tea Party after diwan (2.00 - 5 pm) Telematches/Games/Kavita

Recital/ Debate Topic in Punjabi Bhasha Mela in Johor Bahru was done by children who took part there.

16.5.6 Open House by Malaysian Sikh Union. Naujawan Satsang children took part in Bangra & Punjabi Costumes / Pehrawa.

16.5.7 Education Motivation Camp on 26 February 2012 @ Gurdwara Sahib Seremban for children was conducted by The Law of Attraction (Attracting Your Ideal Results

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was attended by 80 kids. After children session a parents session was also held and was well received and appreciated by parents of children attended.

16.5.8 Jointly Organised a 3 Grand Katha Day Program (8-10 June 20120 by Singh Sahib Giani Kewal Singh (Ex Jathedar of Takht Damdama Sahib) - Question & Answers was done for elders & kids.

16.5.9 Volunteers to help Poor & Needy (handled by elders boys) Roughly 10 families are under our care - cash & rashen is provided on monthly basis (some wishful donors)

16.5.10 Medical Check Up / Health Talk jointly organised with SWAN Group in Gurdwara Sahib Seremban. On 18 December 2011 - 170 elderly parents and sangat had blood check up, pressure check up, general medical advice, dental check up and hypertension check up. A special thanks to Hospital Tuanku Jaafar who provide the nurses and a Doctor.

1 doctor from IJN came plus Dr. Jessy also helped out in the whole health Program and not our own SWAN group.

Please note as there is only one Gurdwara in Seremban we work closely with our Gurdwara Committee and we are always with them in most of the programs.

The Gurdwara is always ever willing to spend any expenditure for any of our Naujawan programs.

Our naujawans do not hold any money. All money are given to the Gurdwara as they take care of the expenses.

SNSM SABAH 16.6 Sabah The Sabah Unit has been established since 2009 and is currently awaiting for the approval of the ROS to be established as a Branch. It is currently managed by a pro-tem Management Committee consisting of 14 members namely: Jathedar : Veer Pritam Singh Meet Jathedar : Veer Baldev Singh Secretary : Veer Mohan Singh Asst Secretary : Bhen Herjit Kaur Treasurer : Veer Ramjeet @ Ishwar Singh Asst. Treasurer : Bhen Ramaya K. Ramdas Committee Members : Veer Naranjit Singh Veer Papinder Singh

Bhen Kaljit Kaur Bhen Balvinder Kaur Bhen Harvinder Kaur Veer Blanant Singh (Tuaran) Veer Hanil Raj Singh (Sandakan)

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Veer Ramtan Prasser (Lahad Datu) Activities conducted:

1. Monthly Satsang 2. Mini Samelans (4 times a year) 3. Career & Education Development 4. Counseling

Monthly Satsangs are conducted on the first Saturday of every month and are participated by approximately 40 members. Kirtan, Katha and Simran are held during the said programmes. Satsang is also being held in Tuaran occasionally to cater the needs of the Sadhsangat there. Mini Samelans are held in the month of March, May, August and November. It is actively participated by approximately 50 youths from Kota Kinabalu, Tuaran, LahadDatu, Tawau and Labuan. IPS, Team Building, Classroom Sessions, Games and Survival Skills are conducted. For this we wish to express our sincere appreciation to Giani Sarindar Singh Ji and Veer Serjit Singh Ji for their valuable contribution of imparting the needful knowledge, Sadhsangat for their contribution in Sewa and donations and also the Kinabalu Singh Sabha Association (Management Committee of Gurdwara Sahib). 17.0 Malaysian Consultative Council on Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Sikhism

And Taoism (MCCBCHST)

17.1 The Sabha is a founding member of this Inter-religious NGO and have been involved actively in its activities and dialogues to resolve issues and make representations to the Government on matters pertaining to Sikhs and other faiths in Malaysia. Sdr. Gurdiall Singh & Sdr. Hargopal Singh represents the Sabha on the Executive Council of the MCCBCHST.

17.2 The Sabha through the MCCBCHST regularly tackles issues relating to

conversion including visiting detention centres. It also tackles issues relating to difficulty in acquiring land and the building of churches, Temples & Viharas

17.3 The MCCBCHST together with the support of all its affiliated religious parties

is in the forefront of championing the religious rights of Non-Muslims.

17.4 Represent the Sikhs of Malaysia on issues relaying to religious rights and national unity.

17.5 Play an active role in forums on matters that impact the community and

society.

18.0 Other Activities

18.1 Nishkam Seva This project is targetted at the hardcore poor within the Sikh community. Under this project funded by wellwishers, monthly provision and other financial aid is given to needy families. Currently, 67 families are receiving assitance under this programme.

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May Waheguru bless the wellwishers & may they continue their nishkam seva for a long time to come.

18.2 Saroops from Bangkok On Jan 14, a jatha of 60 Sikhs arrived in Kuala Lumpur with 41 saroops of Guru Granth Sahib Ji that were brought with full respect and honour from Bangkok, Thailand. The journey began via air from Bangkok to Penang and continued on land through Ipoh. On The jatha was warmly received at each stop. They had awesome reception ceremony at Gurdwara Sahib Pulapol. Sikh Sanggat, Gurdwara Sahib Pulapol will build a Pavither Asthaan to house saroops of Guru Granth Sahib Ji. This is to enable Gurdwaras or individuals who wish to have Guru Granth Sahib Ji at their place.

19.0 Cooperation with Gurdwaras and other Sikh Organizations

19.1 The Sabha continues to work cordially with all Gurdwaras and Sikh Societies in promoting goodwill and unity. The Sabha continues to assist Gurdwaras and Sikh organizations, where we can, on all matters relating to Parchaar (samelans, kirtan darbars and educational workshops).

19.2 We extend our appreciation and goodwill to the following agencies for their

kind corporation and assistance rendered to the Sabha:

• The Government, particularly the Ministry of Youth and Sport, Malaysia and all Local and State Government bodies.

• All Gurdwaras, Sikh Societies and Sikh Institutions, Naujawan Satsangs, Kirtani Jathas for their continuous support and guidance

• All donors and well-wishes of the Sabha for its Parchaar, building fund and community benefiting activities.

• All our Branches, Area Reps, Divisions and Sub-Committees for their continuous and tireless commitment to do the Guru’s work.

• The Parbandhak Committee and Sanggat of all Gurdwaras in Selangor for their active support in organizing the Annual Gurmat Parchaar Samelan 2011 and generously donating and raising funds for this purpose.

• The Sanggat of Klang Valley and the surrounding areas for their help in participating in activities in the Sabha House.

• All Sevadars of the Guru, who tirelessly worked and sacrificed their time and energy in carrying out various activities of the Sabha.

• Our full time, part time and “voluntary” Sewadars. 20.0 OMG OMG – Oh My Guru is a brand for Sikh youth from Malaysia who feels like making a difference. Some Sikh youth kept meeting for picnics and movies and realized that if they met and organized productive events, they could actually make a difference. In January 2011, they met for a meeting and it took off since then. Sikh Naujawan Sabha Malaysia (SNSM) is our primary advisors and sponsors. SNSM allowed us to keep the brand name OMG and gave us full support in organizing our events. We hope to get every Sikh youth around Malaysia to join OMG (Oh My Guru) and make a difference. OhMyGuru@groups.facebook.com

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20.1 Objectives

1. Create Fellowship between Sikh youths 2. Make a difference in the smallest possible way. 3. Expand our Sikhi knowledge together. 4. Create awareness of Sikhs to the Malaysian public.

20.2 OMG Annual Event Report (May 2011 to May 2012)

20.2.1 HARI SENYUM MALAYSIA Date : October 8th, 2011 Time : 12 – 3 pm Venue : Level 1, KL Sentral Description: 50 Sikh youth wearing yellow t shirts with “Smiley” badges gathered in KL Central to make a difference and put a smile on random people’s faces on World Smile Day. The youths gave out free carnations, delicious cupcakes and encourage members of the public to smile. There were youth holding up banners that said “Senyum LAH”, “It takes 43 facial muscles to frown but 17 to smile” and “Free Flowers for a SMILE”. 100 free ice creams were given by Mc Donalds to the first 100 people who bought ice cream from the ice cream booth. Baloons with a smiley face were given out to kids. Some people loved what the youths were doing and joined in giving out flowers and cupcakes. Theis event was meant to promote racial unity and the feeling of being “truly Malaysian”. A smile is universal, no matter what race you belong to or what language you speak everyone can understand when you smile. The Star covered this story and it came out on the front page of the newspaper on the 9th of October 2011. To conclude, the objective of putting a smile on a random persons face was achieved. 20.2.2 PMR GETAWAY Date : November 4th, 5th, & 6th 2011 Venue : Gurdwara Sahib Tanah Rata, Cameron Highlands Fees : RM50.00 Description: The main objective of this camp was for the PMR students to relax after a year of studying as well as to get to know other PMR students, discuss their PMR days and their future plans. 15 facilitators handled this 30 participant camp from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon. Friday was spent introducing the objective of the camp and getting to know each other. There were many ice breaker games played through the town of Cameron Highlands. Friday was ended with a moment of reflection where many participants were moved by this activity realizing the amount their family and friend have done for them. Saturday began with Japji followed by Bhangra Aerobics and goal setting seminar by Veer Harwinder. Participants then played a game called Khalsa Wars in the town of Cameron Highlands. The day ended with Rehrass followed by a movie presentation called “Hotel Rwanda” pointing out the significance of research and world news. Since it was a getaway and a relaxed camp, the participants were allowed to sleep late with a condition of getting up on time the next day, Sunday was mainly spent in the Strawberry Farm where we did Japji Sahib, ate strawberry ice cream and played some games. Without a doubt the participants felt that this camp was a long awaited getaway from a yearlong studying. Indirectly, this camp was to introduce the15 year old participants to what lies ahead. Overall, the camp achieved its objectives.

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20.2.3 CHARDIKALA RUN Date : 12th November 2011 Time : 8-11 am Venue : Astaka Field and areas around it Description: Chardikala Run was a collaboration with PJ Gurdwara in conjunction with Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Avtar Dihara. 100 participants from all ages took part in the Chardikala Run from Astaka Frield through Jalan Utara PJ and back to PJ Gurdwara totalling approximately 3 km. Guru Nanak had travelled the world to spread the teachings of Sikhism. The Chardikala Run is a symbolic way of experiencing his travels. There were 2 categories, above 30 years old and below 30 years old. The winners were given vouchers from Sports Champ. This run was covered by The Star and was published in Star Metro on the 18th of November 2011 on page 70. 20.2.4 GREEN DAY Date : 24th March 2012 Time : 8am-12pm Location : Gurudwara Sahib Parliament/Gurdwara Sahib Selayang Description: This event was organized in conjunction with the world environmental day. The purpose of this event was to create awareness problems concerning the environment and how we can play our part in preserving the environment through reduce, recycle and reuse. The event was initially planned for kids below the age of 12. The youth started with some tree planting in Gurdwara Sahib Parliament around the Nishan Sahib followed by a session in Gurdwara Sahib Selayang with the Punjabi School kids. Here the kids made tokens for their loved ones using recycled material. The kids were given a lecture on the importance of recycling and how the kids can help in preserving mother earth. 20.2.5 HARI SEJUTA BELIA Date :28th MAY 2011 Time :8.30am-5pm Location : Putrajaya Description: The event was organized by the Ministry of Youth and Sports in order to get 1 million youth from across Malaysia to come together and celebrate the diversity of Malaysia. 30 youth represented the Sikh community and took part in the activities organized. We took part in the March pass with all the other ethnic groups. The place was very colourful and there were many games and a whole lot of food. We had a great time and most important of all we celebrated the fact that we are MALAYSIANS! 20.2.6 OMG ANNIVERSARY Date :18th February 2012 Time :5.30-9.30pm Location : Sabha House The anniversary program was organized to celebrate the work and the achievement of OMG over the past year. The Theme for this event was “Love”. This was also a very important day as it was the first time they met their Perak counterparts.

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The youths then met in the evening and after a little discussion followed by thier famous Kiratni Rehrass. After some games the crowd of 60 youngsters had their dinner. Overall it was an enjoyable day and it helped inspire the youth to carry on the good work. 20.2.7 KL City Hunt Date : 3rd March 2012 Time : 9am-5pm Location : Kuala Lumpur City Description: The moto of this event was “Know Your City” which is the objective of this event. This event was a mixture of amazing race and treasure hunt across the Kuala Lumpur city area. 4 participants per team, there were approximately 18 teams that took part challenging their creativity, physical strength and mental capabilities. There were also challenges that required Sikhi knowledge. Each pit stop was accompanied by a challenge that was judged based on either quality or time. Teams were given currency and had to pay their way through the challenges. Teams were given currency reward if they handled their challenge well. The winners were based on the team that came back the fastest with the highest amount of currency left. The winners were given a 3 days 2 night stay in Singapore with complimentary tickets to Universal studios Singapore. Book vouchers, perfume vouchers, and health product vouchers were other prizes given out. Many participants explored Kuala Lumpur city for the first time which confirms that the objective of this event was met.

20.2.8 VASAKHI KHEER & CHA Date : 6th May 2012 Time : 9am-3pm Venue : Kasturi Walk at Central Market Description: 50 Sikh youth gathered at Sabha house at 9am to cook and pack the kheer and cha followed by serving them at central market from 12 to 3pm. This is the second time OMG is organising a public awareness vasakhi event called Kheer and Cha. The purpose of this event is to create awareness of the Sikh religion and Vasakhi often mistaken as the Sikh’s new year. The youth served Kheer and Cha while giving out cards that explained the Vasakhi celebration and how it is not a new year in fact the day the Khalsa was established by Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji. There were also local dhol groups performing to attract members of the public. The Star Metro covered this story and published it on the 25th of May 2012 in page 33 Star Metro. 20.2.9 OMG GOES TO KUANTAN Date : 19th May 2012 Location : Gurudwara Sahib Kuantan After a year of activities OMG decided that they needed to expand their network in order to rope in more youth. The OMG team left very early in the morning and once in kuantan they shared their experiences in organizing programs and also playing some games with the Kuantan youth. The kuantan team were very interested and seemed very eager to start their sewa. The OMG team will be going back to Kuantan to help them run events. 20.2.10 OMG PERAK

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Reports and Financial Statements30th April 2012