The sixth annual G20 Interfaith Forum kicked off in Tokyo, Japan on June 7 with the theme of “Peace, People, Planet: Pathways Forward.” The forum, which brings together religious, political and academic leaders from around the world, convenes every year to discuss global sustainable development issues and submit recommendations from Read more…
Islamic Relief USA and the National Center for Disease Prevention from Columbia University have partnered to create a smartphone application to help refugee children in detecting mental health issues early on. (Photo by Fancycrave on Unsplash) Seeing an opportunity to utilize smartphones already available in refugee camps, the Columbia National Read more…
Press Release: 2019 Tokyo G20 Interfaith Forum to tackle issues of peace, people, planet In its pursuit to raise the level of religious input on global issues, the G20 Interfaith Forum is pleased to announce its 2019 forum: “Peace, People, Planet: Pathways Forward.” This forum will be held from June Read more…
Faith is seen as a cause of turmoil and exclusion, yet it can be used as an antidote. In his book, 21 Lessons for the 21st Century, Israeli historian Yuval Noah Harari laments that traditional religion is the “handmaid of modern nationalism.” It divides humanity into different camps, he says, and there Read more…
What more can those who live by their religious beliefs do to turn dreams of peace and justice into realities? A remarkable array of interfaith organizations and initiatives share the conviction that one answer lies in forging peace and cooperation among religious communities. Their goal may be to address tensions Read more…
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Minutes after last month’s G20 Interfaith Forum officially began, as stragglers continued to wander in and search for seats, Brian Adams, one of the event’s organizers, took the stage to share a harsh truth. View this article here