10/29/2026
UPDATE FROM Abed Alsalam Manasra, AR PROGRAMS DIRECTOR
My dear brothers and sisters everywhere,
Salam, shalom, peace to all of you.
Over the past three months, my journey has been one of learning, connection, and hope.
From the east coast of the United States to Germany, Istanbul, Jordan, and the Holy Land, I have continued working toward one essential purpose, bringing people together even in the midst of pain, conflict, and division.
Through my speaking tour across the east coast of the United States, I had the opportunity to meet communities, share stories, and inspire people to become part of the work of peacebuilding.
In Istanbul and Jordan, through workshops and programs with the United Religion Initiatives, URI, we explored the power of dialogue, deep listening, and understanding across religious and cultural differences.
In Germany, through our from pain to peace program, the second cohort, we worked with young peacebuilders, building relationships and exploring how we can transform pain and trauma into understanding, connection, and hope in the Holy Land.
My work with the Abrahamic Reunion has continued to bring together Jewish, Muslims, Christians, and Jews and Samaritans, creating space where people can share their stories, listen to one another, and recognize the humanity we all share.
I have also shared this message through media interviews, reaching millions of people across Israel, Palestine and helping more people discover the mission of Abrahamic Reunion and its commitment to dialogue, coexistence and peace.
This work is not always easy. But every encounter, every workshop and every conversation reminds me that peace is not simply an idea. It is something we build together. One person, one story, and one connection at a time.
Thank you to everyone who has walked alongside me and supported this journey. Your support matters. Together, we can continue building bridges, healing wounds, and bringing more light into a world that deeply needs it.
Thank you so much. Love you all. Peace and love to all of you.
Abed Alsalam Manasra
Abrahamic Reunion Programs Director
Rising Tide International Interreligious Dialogue Expert & Lecturer