Islam has a long history in the United States, with many of the country’s first Muslims arriving in North America as enslaved people. Learn more about this important history at the link below.
Campus Interfaith Group Hosts Weeklong Event
Read about George Washington University’s first ever Interfaith Week, a series of a series of 14 religious and social events hosted by 10 different faith-based organizations.
The Sikh Community Stands in Support of Muslims
Members of the Sikh community have endured prejudice, hate, and even violence due to being mistaken for Muslims. In this engaging op-ed Sikh activist and educator, Simran Jeet Singh, explores why, despite these challenges, Sikhs continue to stand alongside Muslims as strong interfaith allies.
Holocaust Remembrance Day
Sunday, January 27, 2019 marked International Holocaust Remembrance Day, a day to honor to memory of those who died in the Shoah and reflect on the enduring lessons of this tragic and deadly chapter of human history. At the link below, learn more about museums, memorials, and more around the U.S. that educate about the Holocaust.
The Importance of Interfaith
Read this op-ed about the importance of interfaith work from the perspective of a Jewish leader who has dialogued with Pope Francis and other world faith leaders, with the goal of “striving for authentic friendship and peace through dialogue.”
