In 2006, Grassroots Initiative teamed up with the nation's leading Sikh civil and human rights organization, the Sikh Coalition, to help elect the first-ever Sikh elected officials in New York. In this bold new exhibit, Brooklyn-based photographer Sarah Tew documents the experience in images, juxtaposing the private and public lives of the Sikh community and the process of merging these lives through entry into the political process. The images provide an intimate look into the culture, faith and recent triumphs of one of New York’s most colorful and least understood ethnic communities.

The opening reception will also feature the premier public screening of filmmaker Kevin B. Lee's Dastaar, an intimate discussion panel with the artists and activists involved in the exhibit, and a Q&A with the Sikh candidates themselves.

Opening reception, featuring Indian sweets and refreshments, will be held on March 3, 2007 from 3-5 pm. Please RSVP; space is limited.

Exhibit on view March 3rd – 31st.