At the Frontlines:
Multi-Stakeholder Action for
Women & Girls in Conflict

Religions for Peace is hosting the official virtual parallel event At the Frontlines: Multi-Stakeholder Action for Women & Girls in Conflict. Religions for Peace will bring together diverse religious and faith actors, women and youth, and leaders from various sectors to address the intersectionality between faith, gender, and peace and security. The discussions will catalyse multi-religious and multi-stakeholder discuss and action to foster Positive Peace and advance sustainable infrastructure for the empowerment of women and girls. 

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Summer 2024 Internship Programme

Religions for Peace is pleased to open applications for our Summer 2024 Internship Programme! Positions available for Summer 2024 are: Communications Intern, Development Intern, Programmes Intern, and Finance and Human Resources Intern.

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The Second Tokyo Peace Roundtable Statement

Religions for Peace International and Religions for Peace Japan, in partnership with the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC), concluded the second Beyond War and Toward Reconciliation: Multi-Religious Peace Roundtables” which took place from 19-21 February 2024, in Tokyo, Japan. The Second Tokyo Peace Roundtable concluded with the Beyond War and Towards Reconciliation: Multi-Religious Peace Roundtables Statement that made commitmentsto continue to pray and work multi-religiously towards a culture of peace that advances shared well-being, grounded in respect for the sanctity of life and human dignity.”  

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Training of the Trainers in Zimbabwe and Liberia

Religions for Peace’s Interreligious Councils of Zimbabwe and Liberia embarked on a transformative journey as Religions for Peace leaders convened for, the “Forgiveness at the Roots of Faiths – How Understanding the Science of Forgiveness Can Better Heal and Restore Communities of Faith” training. The culmination of this project, with support from the Templeton World Charity Foundation, in collaboration with the African Council of Religious Leaders-Religions for Peace, has been an ongoing process with the development of a new, re-adapted toolkit, offering mindful and psychological practices and benefits to forgiveness through a multi-religious lens.  

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Religions for Peace World Council Announces
Dr. Francis Kuria Kagema as Secretary General

The Religions for Peace World Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Francis Kuria Kagema,as its Secretary General, effective immediately. Dr. Kuria has long played a pivotal role in advancing the organisation’s mission to build bridges of understanding and cooperation among people of diverse faiths and traditions throughout Africa, and as the Secretary General, he is poised to lead the international secretariat office and guide the five regional secretariats of Religions for Peace into a new chapter of global impact for peace. 
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Women of Excellence in Multi-Religious Action Award Winners

Religions for Peace  is delighted to announce the winners of the highly anticipated inaugural Women of Excellence in Multi-Religious Action Award, recognising and honouring exceptional diverse women of faith who have demonstrated outstanding leadership in advancing gender equality and fostering interfaith cooperation in their communities and beyond. The winners of the inaugural Women of Excellence in Multi-Religious Action Award are: Dr. Kezevino Aram, Co-Moderator, Religions for Peace; President, Shanti Ashram; Professor Dr. Nayla Tabbara, Co-President, Religions for Peace; Co-Founder, Adyan Foundation; and, Rev. Sr. Agatha Ogochukwu Chikelue, Chair, Religions for Peace International Women’s Coordinating Committee (IWCC); Executive Director, Cardinal Onaiyekan Foundation for Peace (COFP), Nun of the Daughters of Mary Mother of Mercy.

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Religions for Peace Executive Committee Announces the Appointment of Ms. Deepika Singh as Deputy Secretary General

The Religions for Peace International Executive Committee announces the appointment of Ms. Deepika Singh as Deputy Secretary General. The Executive Committee voted unanimously on Ms. Singh’s appointment during its Extraordinary Meeting.

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Religions for Peace, UNICEF and JLI Convene the Five-Year FPCC Global Stocktaking Meeting in Nairobi, Kenya

Religions for Peace, UNICEF, the Joint Learning Initiative on Faith & Local Communities (JLI) and various faith-based organisations convened in Nairobi, Kenya to ‘take stock’ on the progress and achievements of the first five years of the Faith for Positive Change for Children, Families and Communities (FPCC) initiative.

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Religions for Peace Statement on the Israel-Hamas Conflict

Religions for Peace believes that peace and safety are fundamental human rights entitled to all, Israeli and Palestinian alike—no person should have to live in fear or flee for their safety.

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The Manresa 2022 Pact Hub Page

In November 2022, Religions for Peace and the City Council of Manresa, Spain organised the intergenerational and multi-religious forum “At a Crossroads: An Intergenerational and Multireligious Response to the Social and Environmental Crisis.” The outcome of the conference was the “Manresa 2022 Pact: Multireligious and Multisectoral Global Pact for the Development Of Resilient, Sustainable, Safe, and Inclusive Cities.”

As part of our commitment to the Pact, Religions for Peace is excited to launch the Manresa 2022 Pact Hub Page! This hub features the Manresa 2022 Pact, the future of the Pact, and future projects and initiatives featuring the Pact.

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Our 2022 Annual Report

As we celebrate Holy Days across faiths and across continents, we commemorate the vital work that the global movement advanced and mobilised in 2022. We are honoured to present the Religions for Peace 2022 Annual Report.

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Mindful Peace Blog

Religions for Peace is pleased to announce the launch of our new blogspace, “Mindful Peace” – a platform dedicated to promoting interfaith understanding, reflection and cooperation for peace. This blog aims to provide a safe and welcoming space for people of all faith and Indigenous traditions to come together and share perspectives on issues related to Religions for Peace’s Six Strategic Goals. From exploring the role of religion in promoting peace, to highlighting successful interfaith initiatives and events, “Mindful Peace” hopes to offer a wealth of resources and information to help individuals and communities work toward a more peaceful world. With a focus on respect, dialogue, learning, and collaboration, this blog is an important tool for promoting mutual understanding and building bridges across different cultures, traditions and religions.

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"Faithful Peace: Why the Journey to Build Resilience is Multi-Religious"

Religions for Peace and the Standing Commission on Interreligious Education are proud to launch our latest publication, Faithful Peace: Why the Journey to Build Resilience is Multi-Religious.

With Christian, Hindu, Indigenous, Jewish, Muslim and Sikh theologies, perspectives, and insights, this brilliant and enlightening piece of work explores the importance of multi-religious engagement and why this effort to bring people of all faiths and traditions together, can and does create a more peaceful world.

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Six Key Priorities

Peaceful, Just, and Inclusive Societies

Our faith traditions inspire us to be changemakers where conflict, mass displacement, poverty, violent extremism and inequality call for common action

Gender Equality

Equality for women and girls is a foundation for securing a more peaceful and inclusive world for all people.

The Environment

Recognising the intimate connection between all forms of life and communities, we are committed to nurturing a sustainable environment.

Freedom of Thought, Conscience, and Religion

Everyone has the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion. We bring faith communities together to champion this right for all.

Interreligious Education

Understanding diverse traditions is vital to increasing trust, respect, and cooperation among all people and faiths.

Global Partnerships

Strong partnerships with governments, civil society, and faith-based organisations ensures that our work is effective and leaves no one behind.

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