![]() ![]() The constant, unspoken need to oscillate between my born into British culture and my South Asian roots was how I subconsciously navigated my life. The idea of not really belonging was never a foreign concept and being stuck in dual identities was (and in many ways continues to be), the normal state of existing. Growing up in the UK and a child of immigrant parents, my story echoes so many others of South Asian descent. For me, it takes me back to my childhood. “South Asian Heritage Month is a relatively new concept but a very welcome one for those of us with South Asian heritage to reconcile what this means for us. ![]() Here is what South Asian Heritage Month means to some of our team here at Inclusive Employers: Farhanah Iqbal – Senior Consultant, Inclusive Employers What does it mean to people of South Asian heritage? Why is South Asian Heritage Month important?Īlong with providing learning opportunities for others, the month enables people of South Asian heritage to reclaim their history and identity by sharing their own stories and experiences. The Grand Trunk Project, The Partition Commemoration Campaign, City Sikhs, and Faiths Forum for London worked together to establish the initiative. The first South Asian Heritage Month event was conceptualised and launched by the South Asian community in the UK in July 2019 at the House of Commons. When did South Asian Heritage Month start? Here is a list of the eight countries that make up South Asia: The Indian Independence Act received royal assent from King George VI on 18 July 1947, and the Radcliffe Line, which divides India, West Pakistan, and East Pakistan, was published on 17 August, by Cyril Radcliffe (date lawyer). South Asian Heritage Month runs every year from 18th July – 17th August, ending on the anniversary of Partition. It is an opportunity for everyone to appreciate the countries in South Asia and learn new things about their heritage. The month was established to honour and celebrate South Asian history and culture. ![]()
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