When a Muslim child in Boston, Massachusetts received hateful threats in her school cubby, people from across the United States responded in an amazing and inspiring way: by sending her more than 500 letters of love and support! Many of these letters came from members of the American Jewish community, who wrote in solidarity.
Interfaith Work and Promoting Human Rights
The G20 Summit took place last week in Buenos Aires, Argentina and the G20 Interfaith Forum was part of these proceedings. Read this engaging perspective on the role of interfaith dialogue and engaging with businesses in advancing human rights work.
Minnesota Event Dispels Misconceptions about Islam and Muslims
This interfaith event, titled, “I Don’t Mean to Offend You, But…” in St. Cloud, Minnesota aims to break down stereotypes and misconceptions about Islam with a panel of Muslims who are ready and willing to answer even the most awkward or difficult questions.
“Muslims Welcomed Us to Pray…”
Read this beautiful reflection on the meaning of interfaith engagement from a Christian perspective at the link below.
Jews and Muslims United against Hate
In Pittsburgh, the Jewish and Muslim communities are uniting to counter hatred against immigrants. This interfaith alliance was first forged after the September 11 attacks and now, in the wake of the shooting on the Tree of Life Congregation in October 2018, their mutual support of one another and of other marginalized groups is more important than ever. As one Pittsburgh Muslim leader noted, despite their differences, religious faith brings them together, saying, “Faith unites us…”
