Turbans 4 Australia
Gary MAAS (Narre Warren South) (13:18): I recently joined the charity organisation Turbans 4 Australia in Thomastown to check out their head office site and meet with president Amar Singh. Turbans 4 Australia undertake incredible work throughout Victoria and New South Wales, including in the south-east and particularly in my electorate of Narre Warren South. From providing hot meals, delivering essentials to those impacted by natural disasters and supporting those in precarious situations from homelessness to unemployment, their service is there for so many people who are in need. The service provides a platform for connection and relationships as well to be formed while breaking down the barriers of prejudice. Community, kindness, inclusion and equality are all markers of the Sikh faith, and it is demonstrated through this service.
It was a privilege to meet with Amar and the incredible volunteers and hear more about Amar’s story. Amar’s faith and appearance were the target of discrimination. Facing that adversity he established Turbans 4 Australia to help and teach others about the Sikh community through charitable work and charitable acts. What tremendous work that organisation does. I know how special our Sikh community is, and I know as many in this chamber know that they deserve the recognition that they receive. Thanks, Amar.