GHISS Hosts Sikh Youth Gurmat Camp in Maryland to Foster Cultural Pride

 

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The Guru Harkrishan Institute of Sikh Studies (GHISS) has launched its annual Sikh Youth Gurmat Camp in Maryland, running from July 19 to July 27, bringing together children and young adults aged 6 to 20 for a unique, immersive cultural experience.

This 9-day camp is centered around strengthening the connection of Sikh youth to their religious and cultural heritage. Through a mix of educational seminars, interactive discussions, and creative competitions, participants will gain a deeper understanding of Sikh values and history. Activities include Sikh history Jeopardy, Punjabi Pictionary, lectures, and group seminars on key Sikh issues.

The camp also provides hands-on cultural training in Harmonium, Tabla, String Instruments, and Gatka, the traditional Sikh martial art. In addition to academic and cultural enrichment, sports competitions such as volleyball, basketball, hiking, and tug-of-war are fostering teamwork and physical engagement.



Key highlights of the camp include the presence of inspiring Sikh professionals like Vishavjit Singh, the face of Sikh Captain America, and Jasjit Singh, CEO of EDGE Partners and former appointee under Presidents Obama and Biden. The camp also features a powerhouse panel including Joti Kaur, reporter at News 12 New Jersey, Dr. Kiranpreet Kaur, a leading gastroenterologist, and Harjot Singh, Federal Advocacy Manager at the Sikh Coalition, among others.

By combining spiritual education with real-world insight, GHISS is shaping a new generation of confident, connected, and culturally rooted Sikh youth.

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