Our Work
Films, festivals, education, and community
What Drives Us
Every Film Starts With a Question
Sikhlens works across film, media, education, and publishing to promote Sikh stories, culture, and global experiences. Through film festivals, youth training, scholarships, publications, animation, and community projects, Sikhlens supports both creative work and community development.
Our programs connect filmmakers, students, scholars, and organizations around the world to create meaningful content and inspire the next generation.
Together, these initiatives help preserve heritage, encourage education, and build stronger representation of Sikhs in global media.
Programs
Programs and Initiatives
Destination S (Project S)
Feature documentary production with film schools worldwide, creating films about Sikh history, culture, and the global diaspora.
Film Festivals
Annual Sikhlens Arts and Film Festivals across the US, Canada, UK, and India, screening Sikh cinema worldwide.
Digital Voice
Youth media education teaching digital storytelling and filmmaking skills, empowering the next generation to share their stories.
Animations
Animated short films bringing Sikh history, values, and cultural stories to life for younger audiences around the world.
Community Voices
Documentary films produced for Sikh nonprofits each year, showcasing their missions and helping with outreach and fundraising.
Scholarships
Film scholarships and equipment grants for emerging Sikh filmmakers, funding stories that would otherwise go untold.
Publications
Books and annual calendars celebrating Sikh art, culture, and heritage through visual storytelling spanning twenty-five years.
Sikhlens-In-A-Box
One-day satellite film festivals at universities, gurdwaras, and community spaces worldwide, with curated screenings and filmmaker conversations.