Presentation given at Saanjh ( http://saanjh.org )

1. Gurbani Groups

2. Problem Sikhs lack consistent and local support groups that help them nurture their understanding of Gurbani and their spiritual development

3. Solution Create a content and best-practices package to start, facilitate, and organize consistent local support groups Have regular web-based meetings to review and support individual groups Provide training for lead organizers

4. Immediate steps Gather content Initial planning meeting Bother Jasjit for content and additional money Setup email list/ facebook group/ website for communication

5. Communication Plan Website ( www.saanjh.org ) Facebook Group Twitter Local Gurdwaras Individuals Web-based teleconference

6. Goals – 1 month Create subcommittees Content One for each tier P.R. Have initial web-based meeting for both committees and larger contributing group September 27

7. Goals – 2 months Launch basic website ( saanjh.org ) Launch Full Facebook Group Launch full-out media campaign to start local groups and bring in further content

8. Goals – 6 Months Start 5 successful Gurbani groups Have basic framework for suggested content package 3 basic tiers People who know *nothing* People who know basics/gurbani/etc. People who are well versed in Sikhi/Gurbani

9. Goals – 1 Year Complete first version of entire content package Have started 10 successful gurbani groups Create method of evaluation to gauge if meetings are “successful” Evaluate all started groups

10. Goals – 1 Year cont. Use evaluations and experiences to forecast needs and changes to program Come together at Saanjh, improve program with greater community input

11. What we need from Saanjh Content creation assistance Access to saanjh.org Contacts

12. To Do’s Next 2 months Initial Planning meeting Set sub committees and start work Start content collection Reach out to individuals

13. Gurbani Groups