We’re celebrating 20 years of advocacy and education!

In 20 years, HAF has become the largest and oldest education and advocacy organization and the pre-eminent voice for Hindu Americans. Take a look at two decades of achievements!

 

Diwali is a Hindu holiday known as the “Festival of Lights” and widely celebrated in India and across the diaspora

Diwali is November 12th this year. We invite you to celebrate with our revamped Toolkit, which has more information about why Diwali is celebrated and activities to do at home with your young learners.

 

What is Critical Caste Theory?
And why it's a dubious discourse.

In the latest That's So Hindu episode we talk to The Emissary about how Critical Caste Theory, as well as the activists who view Hinduism, Hindu culture, and India’s history and contemporary society through this very narrow lens.

 

Join us for Chat and Chai with human rights activist Ramesh Jaipal

Sold at the age of six to a rich Middle Eastern Sheikh and forced into a life as a child camel jockey, Ramesh Jaipal has since risen to become a world renowned human rights activist and champion for Pakistan’s downtrodden minorities.

 

We’re celebrating 20 years of advocacy and education!

In 20 years, HAF has become the largest and oldest education and advocacy organization and the pre-eminent voice for Hindu Americans. Take a look at two decades of achievements!

 

Diwali is a Hindu holiday known as the “Festival of Lights”

Diwali is November 12th this year. We invite you to celebrate with our revamped Toolkit, which has more information about why Diwali is celebrated and activities to do at home with your young learners.

 

What is Critical Caste Theory? And why it's a dubious discourse.

In the latest That's So Hindu episode we talk to The Emissary about how Critical Caste Theory, as well as the activists who view Hinduism, Hindu culture, and India’s history and contemporary society through this very narrow lens.

 

Join us for Chat and Chai with human rights activist Ramesh Jaipal

Sold at the age of six to a rich Middle Eastern Sheikh and forced into a life as a child camel jockey, Ramesh Jaipal has since risen to become a world renowned human rights activist and champion for Pakistan’s downtrodden minorities.

Hinduism Basics

Hinduism is the world’s oldest living religion. 
Learn about core teachings here.

Hindu Holidays Calendar

Explore HAF’s guide to the most widely celebrated Hindu holidays and days of significance.

History of Hinduism

Need a quick primer on the history of Hinduism? Our latest 2 minute video will get you started!

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Who We Are

The Hindu American Foundation (HAF) is an educational and advocacy organization established in 2003. We focus on educating the public about Hindus and Hinduism and advocating for policies and practices that ensure the well-being of all people and the planet.

We work directly with educators and journalists to ensure accurate understanding of Hindus and Hinduism. We also work with policymakers and key stakeholders to champion issues of concern to Hindu Americans

About HAF

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Cultural Proficiency
and DEI Trainings

These trainings are vital to appreciating the rich diversity within Hinduism and ensuring a harmonious coexistence.

Dharma Ambassadors Program

These trainings are vital to appreciating the rich diversity within Hinduism and ensuring a harmonious coexistence.

Bullying Prevention

These trainings are vital to appreciating the rich diversity within Hinduism and ensuring a harmonious coexistence.

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"All About Hinduism"

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