Section Functions
SARKAR -E- KHALSA: Shall represent, serve, and carry out the work of the non-profit organizations and serve in relation to the function of the Khalsa Council. Shall represent the interests of the Siri Singh Sahib and the collective.
BHAI SAHIBA SECTION: Shall serve to insure the Khalsa Council’s spiritual focus based on Sikh Rehit, values, and protocol. The Bhai Sahib/a Section shall be responsible to the Khalsa Council for all religious activities including Gurdwaras, ceremonies and Hukams during the Khalsa Council meetings.
CENTRAL SECTION: Shall represent the base of wisdom, skills, and maturity of the Dharma; it shall discuss the main proposals in light of history and their futuristic affect.
FINANCIAL SECTION: Shall serve as a bridge of communication and synergy between the Khalsa Council and the non-profit and for profit entities; shall serve to ensure the financial stability and success of the Khalsa Council and its work.
MEMBERS OF THE HOUSE: The House shall serve to represent the global communities and their relationship with the work and mission of the Khalsa Council.
(The following 3 sections do not have a ministerial requirement):
COUNCIL OF NOMINEES: Shall represent the consciousness of the Siri Singh Sahib and is the neutral check and balance for the Khalsa Council. These members serve a two-year term, and can serve consecutive terms. This is a non-voting section, which has veto power.
NEW MILLENNIUM GENERATION SECTION: Shall represent the future of the Dharma. It shall be comprised of persons between the ages of 18 – 35.
SIBLINGS OF DESTINY: Members of the Sadh Sangat who wish to attend an individual meeting. This is a non-voting section.
Task Forces
For the past few years a very important part of our Khalsa Council Meetings has been creating Task Forces in various areas of concern, with clear intentions for actions that we can cooperatively manifest. Between meetings these groups continue to meet to move forward with actions and visioning. The following are the current Task Forces:
Communications and Connecting Our Global Sangat –
Task: To create avenues and participation with he Khalsa council and the global community and between Khalsa Council members, that will serve the work and function of the Khalsa Council.
Corporate Structure and Governance –
Task: To review and establish Khalsa Council procedures. Establish the procedure by which the Khalsa Council acts to formally advise the Board of Directors of the Siri Singh Sahib Corp and the associated non-profit organizations.
Preparing for our Senior Population
Task: To develop strategies concerning our aging population including housing, health care, end of life care and financial stability.
Security and Preparedness
Task: To provide recommendations and guidance for policies and procedures for the safety and security of our Dharmic communities and Gurdwaras.