Abraham Lincoln Bible surfaces, offers clues to his religious beliefs

Interfaith growth and development involve not only occasions of interreligious encounter and affirmation, but also involve delving deeper into each, specific religious path, sometimes my own faith, sometimes the faith of others. In interfaith encounters and spaces, especially in the … Continue reading

International Conference on Cohesive Societies to discuss issues surrounding faith, identity and cohesion

SINGAPORE – In May last year, President Halimah Yacob put forward the idea of a unique interfaith forum with the status and prestige of the Shangri-La Dialogue, and a mission to promote understanding between different communities. The event aims to be … Continue reading

The world shrugs as China locks up 1 million Muslims

Ordinarily IRFWP endeavors to steer clear of content with political implications. This is one of the differences between interfaith activism, and religious freedom activism.  The fields are closely related, but interfaith tends to deal solely or predominantly with relationships WITHIN … Continue reading

Interfaith event aims to build community among students of different religions

“I think the key to making UCLA more tolerant is to have an exposure to those of other faiths and ideas.” An interfaith committee featured students from different religions Tuesday to promote understanding across faiths. Panelists from various religions – … Continue reading

Muslim Leader tried to prevent Sri Lanka Jihadist tragedy

IRFWP commends the extraordinary courage and exceptional social and civic consciousness of  Muslim Council of Sri Lanka leaders.  Further IRFWP calls for persistent mutual respect among conscientious, harmonious religious and spiritual people of good will.  — Frank Kaufmann, Director Hilmy Ahamed, vice … Continue reading