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Use the practical guidance to prepare respectful remarks and engagement.
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Ask a knowledgeable local leader when practices or terminology differ.
Practical guides
The briefings
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01Hindu Americans at a GlanceA young, highly educated, and civically engaged American community.
02Hindu American Leadership and ImpactHindu Americans and Americans with Hindu affiliation lead across business, technology, entrepreneurship, science, space, education, philanthropy, and service.
03Engaging Hindu American ConstituentsStrong engagement begins before a festival, election, crisis, or public controversy.
0411 Facts Political Leaders Should Know About HinduismA quick foundation for understanding one of the world's oldest living religious traditions.
05Hindu American Cultural NormsPractices vary by family, region, and tradition.
06Understanding Hindu SymbolsHindu symbols carry philosophical and devotional meaning. They should be described with care.
07Visiting a Hindu Temple: A Quick GuideHindu temples are sacred spaces as well as important centers of community life.
08Hindu Greetings, Terms, and PronunciationsA practical language guide for meetings, remarks, proclamations, and community events.
09Major Hindu Festivals and CalendarThere are numerous Hindu festivals throughout the year. They follow lunar, solar, and regional calendars. Dates change annually and may be observed differently across traditions and regions, while celebrations share a spiritual purpose.
10Common Misconceptions About HinduismSimple corrections can prevent public remarks from repeating old stereotypes.
11Recognizing and Addressing HinduphobiaHinduphobia includes hostility, prejudice, dehumanizing stereotypes, profiling and discrimination directed at Hindus or Hindu traditions.
1%
of U.S. adults identify as Hindu
70%
hold at least a bachelor’s degree
73%
are under age 50
1,000+
temples and religious centers nationwide
A prayer for all
Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah
May all be happy. May all be free from illness. May all see what is auspicious. May no one suffer.
A traditional Hindu prayer for universal well-being
About
Falguni “Fal” Pandya
Falguni “Fal” Pandya is a prominent civic and interfaith leader and a trusted resource on Hinduism and the Hindu American community. She serves as Hindu clergy, advises leading think tanks, and is an appointed member of the NJ Governor’s India Commission & AAPI Commission, and on the boards of leading interfaith and civic organizations. She holds an MBA in Finance from NYU Stern School of Business.
