Our community is working tirelessly to bring peace and justice in all areas of the world regardless of religion. Read stories straight from the organizers.
Members of the Circle of Cooperation National Network of Agrarian Educators of Paraguay participated in the formation of a group together with members of the Armed Forces of Paraguay in Beekeeping.
Parents' mindset and engagement in the education of their children are paramount. Peace4Dalits Foundation CC has formed a parent's association to promote education among the Musahar community in Nepal.
URI-Africa participated in the scientific committee meeting on Pan-African Forum for a Culture of Peace in Africa held at African Union Commission in Addis Ababa on December 4-5, 2015.
Karimah Stauch, Regional Coordinator for URI Europe, and Angelina Vladikova, URI Europe Cooperation Circle Liaison, will attend an important conference in Zagreb, Croatia – “Do Religions Have a Significance for Europe?”
In September, the United Nations brought the 193 Member States together to agree on the 17 Sustainable Development Goals that will guide the work of all the countries through 2030.
In this edition of the URI North America Newsletter wereflect on the growing importance of our work as interfaith peacebuilders through our #ThisIsWhoWeAre campaign; we celebrate the upcoming broadcast of our Interfaith Christmas Special airing across the United States, and much more.
The Christmas event is always special, as we give each family a turkey and all the fixins for a great holiday meal. There are presents for everyone as well as the usual supply of staples for each household.
With United Religions Initiative being featured on national television, this could open up doors for local media to cover the work of your URI Cooperation Circle or Affiliate in your community. Here is a sample guide for obtaining coverage.
Challenging recent Islamophobic rhetoric, leaders from Jewish, Hindu, Buddhist, Christian, and Muslim traditions will unite for illuminating dialogue and action in solidarity with Muslim communities.
We speak out in this instance to defend the rights of Muslims, especially in the United States, to practice their faith in peace and safety. We speak out to defend and uphold the basic human rights and dignity of all people.