Hindu American Foundation

09/07/2026

Propaganda is the deliberate use of biased or misleading information to influence public opinion. Repeat a label often enough, present it as fact and you’ve created a narrative, not necessarily the truth.

Calling the RSS a “paramilitary organization” is exactly the strategy used by organizations protesting the Universal Oneness event.

A manufactured narrative doesn’t become truth just because it’s repeated, it becomes propaganda.

Tune in to our latest episode of HAF Reacts now 👉https://f.mtr.cool/00mwnr99ap

09/07/2026

Some places you visit and then there are places that remind you where you come from.

For HAF's Sangeetha Shankar, Kerala isn’t just “God’s Own Country.” It’s home, a place where family, food, temples, traditions, nature, and memories come together. From walking barefoot through ancient temples to picking jackfruit from the backyard and visiting a family deity, her journey is a beautiful reminder that sometimes, going home means finding your way back to your roots.

See Kerala through her eyes, a place where traditions live, memories linger, and home is never far away.

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Kerala is a top destination for tourists from across the world. But for my family, Kerala is home. And visiting home means returning back to one’s roots and experiencing history and living Hindu culture like none other. In the past ten days since Onam started, my SM feeds and WA posts have been fi...

09/05/2026

HAF joined nearly 80 Hindu leaders across North Texas for a Dallas Morning News listening session focused on rebuilding trust amid rising anti-Hindu sentiment in Texas.

HAF connected with reporters, including Managing Editor Amy Hollyfield, and raised concerns around school curricula and local anti-Hindu sentiment, while sharing our City Council Toolkit and 10 Guiding Principles.

Listening, building understanding, and ensuring Hindu American voices are heard and represented accurately. 🕉️

09/04/2026

🪷 Happy Krishna Janmashtami! 🦚

Today, Hindus around the world celebrate the birth of Krishna, one of Vishnu’s most beloved incarnations and a timeless teacher of dharma, devotion, and spiritual wisdom.

From the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita to the enduring spirit of bhakti, Krishna’s life reminds us to live with courage, compassion, and purpose, and to do our duty without attachment to the fruits of our actions.

Wishing you and your loved ones a blessed and joyful Krishna Janmashtami! 🦚🙏

Download our FREE Dharmic Days and Hindu Holiday Calendar now 👉 https://f.mtr.cool/1ijcul9wsj

09/03/2026

Inside Madison Square Garden, the message was about pluralism, unity, and coexistence. Outside, the protests were driven by groups advancing deeply divisive and, in some cases, extremist ideologies.

HAF Reacts explores the striking irony: an event centered on pluralism surrounded by protests that seemed to reject it while wearing the garb of being progressive.

Watch the full discussion and decide for yourself: what does true pluralism look like? https://f.mtr.cool/nynru705eb

09/03/2026

In the middle of the night, something happened, and the world changed.

On a quiet midnight in Mathura, Krishna was born to Devaki and Vasudeva. Danger surrounded them. Kamsa, the tyrannical king of Mathura, had sworn to destroy the child destined to end his reign.

Yet, in the darkness of that night, a divine miracle unfolded. Vasudeva carried the newborn Krishna across the Yamuna to safety in Gokul, where Nanda and Yashoda would raise him.

And so began the beloved childhood adventures of Krishna, the butter thief, the playful cowherd, the enchanting flute player, and the divine teacher who would one day share the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita.

Today, millions of Hindus celebrate Janmashtami with fasting, singing, dancing, temple celebrations, midnight prayers, stories, and festive feasts. Some even recreate Krishna’s love of butter by breaking pots of yogurt.

From a midnight miracle to a lifetime of wisdom, Krishna’s story continues to inspire devotion, courage, joy, love, and dharma.

🪔 Happy Janmashtami! Jai Shri Krishna! 💙
Learn more about Hindu festivals and traditions 👉 https://f.mtr.cool/alhwuama0z

09/02/2026

So much for “oneness.”
This weekend in NYC, the Universal Oneness Celebration brought together a message of pluralism and unity, while outside, protesters from a pretty wild mix of ideological camps showed up to oppose it.

We are back with a new episode of HAF Reacts; we get into what happened, who was protesting, and the irony of it all.

Because apparently, “oneness” is controversial now. 🤷‍♂️

Tune in now 👉 https://f.mtr.cool/8poe7g3iur

09/01/2026

🚨 California Legislature unanimously passes AB 395!

Authored by , the nation-leading bill requires state agencies & public universities to avoid scheduling public meetings, graduations, and key academic milestones on major religious & cultural holidays.

Backed by a coalition of nearly 80 interfaith and labor groups, the bill drew praise from the Hindu American Foundation (HAF), which highlighted its impact on protecting observances like Diwali. AB 395 now moves to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk for signature by Sept 30.

08/29/2026

Hello Zohran Mamdani, we have some questions.

An elected official commenting on a private Hindu community event is rare. Your intervention comes after sustained lobbying by one of your campaign’s prominent financial bundlers, whose organization, Hindus for Human Rights, even received a community grant from your office.

Is it acceptable for NYC taxpayer funding to support groups engaging in grassroots organizing and lobbying to oppose a private event?

Are public dollars being used for political advocacy targeting the Hindu American community?

Savera, of which Hindus for Human Rights is a core member, presents itself as an independent coalition. Yet it has aligned with CAIR-New York, the Sikh Coalition, and others to smear mainstream Hindu American organizations—using inflammatory rhetoric that casts Hindu Americans as part of a shadowy global conspiracy or "foreign agents." Jewish New Yorkers know the danger of dual-loyalty and conspiracy tropes. Hindu Americans shouldn’t have to accept them either.

While groups opposing Universal Oneness have every right to express their views, elected leaders have a sworn duty not to add fuel to the fire, but to ensure safety and uphold free expression. Why choose to pile on the attacks?

As thousands gather at Madison Square Garden, New Yorkers deserve transparency and a clear commitment to public safety. Will your office put politics aside and guarantee that Hindu Americans attending Universal Oneness receive equal protection under the law?

📖 Read HAF’s full press statement:

Is New York City taxpayer funding for organizations like Hindus for Human Rights being used for political campaigning, grassroots and direct lobbying, or protests?

08/28/2026

Austin, there’s a special screening of Namaste Yoga coming your way on Thursday, September 10! 🧘🏽‍♀️

The film explores the Hindu origins of yoga and the experiences of the Hindu diaspora, offering a deeper look at the tradition and its journey around the world.

After the screening, join a live Zoom Q&A with director Ravi Chand for an opportunity to hear directly from the filmmaker and continue the conversation.

And because no community gathering is complete without good food, your ticket includes chai and samosas!

This is a community event open to everyone interested in yoga, Hinduism, culture, and meaningful conversation.

📍 Austin, TX
📅 Thursday, September 10

Come for the film. Stay for the conversation, chai, and community.
Get your tickets now👉 https://f.mtr.cool/plhedadixp