Program areas at RfP
Nurture a sustainable environment - religious communities recognise the dynamic inter-relationship and dependency between all forms of life, which has also been substantiated by modern science. Religions for Peace works to ensure that multi-religious collaboration is geared towards nurturing a sustainable environment for all living species. This work includes working to protect and restore the planet's vital ecosystem, e.g. The interfaith rainforest initiative that protects the World's remaining rainforests and the indigenous peoples who serve as their guardian.
Multi-religious humanitarian support fund - covid-19 response: this program supports african council of religious leaders (acrl) and its national inter religious councils (irc's) to enact national-level initiatives with irc-zambia, irc-mauritius, and irc-uganda as a direct response to the covid-19 crisis.
Promote peaceful, just & inclusive societies - working towards peaceful, just and inclusive societies builds on Religions for Peace's previous work under the strategic plan for 2014-2018 to transform violent conflict, promote just and harmonious societies, and advance human development. Religions for Peace's ongoing work towards peaceful, just and inclusive societies supports several sustainable development goals. This work includes, but are not limited to, addressing public health challenges (covid, ebola, etc), armaments, poverty, migrants and refugees, child health and wellbeing (e.g. Faith for positive change for children, families and communities), etc.
Inter-religious consultation - concerning World Peace, seminars, conferences on religious conflicts, and various other programs
Advanced gender equality -equality for women and girls is a foundation for securing a more peaceful and inclusive World for all people.throughout history, women disproportionately suffer the consequences of violent conflict, poverty, and restrictions on their freedoms. They are the focal point of so many difficulties that they are also the first to respond in situations of social and political unrest. Many women are motivated and strengthened by their faith, yet their stories, knowledge, and expertise are seldom recognized in newsrooms and chambers of government alike.because of this, Religions for Peace will continue to illuminate the necessary role of women in shaping the World and responding to crises. Religions for Peace will also continue to equip faith-inspired women, men, youth, with knowledge and analysis, connectivity and narratives, linking Religions to Peace and security, sustainable development, and human rights.
Champion freedom of thought, conscience & religion -this global campaign promotes mutual respect, diversity, tolerance, and a shared concern for the well-being of "the other" through practical action.the builds tolerance and understanding of the religious "other". Programs with a specific focus on responding to hate crimes and reconciling communities have been implemented by our interreligious councils.holy sites are of crucial spiritual and cultural significance to billions of people. Yet, history demonstrates how sacred places are often caught up in political, territorial, and religious disputes, becoming pawns of conflict themselves. Harm to holy sites impacts people's identities, reinforces trauma, and fuels the escalation of violence.in response, Religions for Peace and partners launched the universal code of conduct on holy sites a cutting-edge strategy to mitigate interreligious conflict and build Peace.