Religions for Peace International

10/09/2026

Next week, the Tokyo Peace Roundtable will bring religious leaders from Russia, Ukraine, Israel, Palestine, Iran, and the United States of America -- including youth leader Yasmina Kassissieh of Jerusalem. Learn more about Yasmina in this Q&A and her photo essay.
Photo essay: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1WINXqiBAyzHzBrZMm13QzhQhC1h-AlmO/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=107655214698677243691&rtpof=true&sd=true
Q&A: https://www.rfp.org/including-youth-isnt-only-fair-its-the-wiser-choice-a-youth-peacebuilder-yearning-for-peace-in-her-hometown/

“The Church of the Holy Sepulchre is one of the holiest sites in Christianity. It is built over the place where, by tradition, Jesus was crucified, buried and rose again. In the photo is the Edicule, the shrine around his tomb, under the church's great dome. For me this church is a refuge: when l....

10/09/2026

Check it out ! Our September newsletter is now available -- it focuses on youth across the Religions for Peace movement. If these stories do not excite you and, in these difficult times, give you hope, nothing will !

Email from Religions for Peace International Youth Leaders: The Future is Already Here Dear Friends, September brought the United Nations General Assembly to New York, and with it, a time of connectin

10/06/2026

What is trust? At our event on the margins on , we asked our panelists and guests some questions. The theme of this year's general assembly was restoring trust - see what our partners have to say!

10/05/2026

With profound sadness and humility, Religions for Peace International joins the African Council of Religious Leaders – Religions for Peace in extending deepest condolences to the family, friends, colleagues and members of the Senegal Inter-Religious Council for Peace (CIRSP) on the passing of Serigne Bou Mouhamed Kounta, known affectionately as Bouh Khalifa.

Serigne Bou Mouhamed Kounta was a respected religious leader and a committed voice for peace, dialogue, unity and peaceful coexistence. Serigne Mouhamed Kounta served as President of CIRSP. Through his leadership and service, he built bridges across religious communities and contributed meaningfully to Senegal’s culture of dialogue and social cohesion.

His passing is a profound loss to the Khadria community, the Muslim Ummah in Senegal, the interfaith community, and all those who valued his wisdom and commitment to peace.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, the Senegal Inter-Religious Council for Peace, the Khadria community, and the people of Senegal.

May Allah ﷻ forgive his shortcomings, have mercy upon him, grant him Jannatul Firdaus, and give strength and patience to his family, colleagues and all who mourn his passing.

May his enduring legacy of dialogue, unity and peace continue to inspire generations.

اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لَهُ وَارْحَمْهُ وَوَسِّعْ مُدْخَلَهُ

O Allah, forgive him, have mercy upon him, and grant him a place in the vastness of Your Paradise.

10/05/2026

Shared Sacred Flourishing animates the Religions for Peace movement. In Bangkok, religious leaders convened from across the Asia region for a training of trainers on the Shared Sacred Flourishing toolkit.
https://www.rfp.org/shared-sacred-flourishing/

10/02/2026

Last week, the United Nations General Assembly brought many esteemed friends and partners to New York. We were thrilled to catch up with James Cairns, former Director of Programs at Religions for Peace who went on to serve on staff at the Center of the Developing Child at Harvard University. ✨️

10/01/2026

How do communities apply the Shared Sacred Worldview for Shared Sacred Flourishing in the field? Dr. William Vendley, Secretary General Emeritus of Religions for Peace, offered a vivid example in the latest episode of our podcast. Listen to Episode 3 to hear more....
https://www.rfp.org/religions-for-peace-podcast/

09/29/2026

It was a pleasure to welcome Pekka Haavisto, personal envoy of the UN Secretary General for Sudan, to our office yesterday. We discussed the situation in Sudan and the need for deescalation of violence and humanitarian assistance. We agreed on the role of religious leaders in mediation & explored collaboration -- and the need to make all efforts to end this horrific conflict.

09/29/2026

The world must rejuvenate efforts to eliminate nuclear weapons, the UN Secretary General said today on the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons. Read our statement here: https://www.rfp.org/statement-by-the-secretary-general-of-religions-for-peace-on-the-occasion-of-the-international-day-for-the-total-elimination-of-nuclear-weapons/

09/28/2026

How can we make Shared Sacred Flourishing a reality? Episode 3 of our podcast, "From Worldview to Action," directly addresses this question. Listen and share your thoughts on Secretary General Dr. Francis Kuria's comment on sacred love...
https://www.rfp.org/religions-for-peace-podcast/