Faith Leaders Statements of Support

As part of the inaugural Inter Faith Week in 2009, the then Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams, hosted an event attended by Faith Community Leaders. At the event, participants signed a statement acknowledging the value of, and representing their commitment to, interfaith work.

Hindu Council UK

Hindu Council UK is committed to raising awareness of faith communities and promoting understanding among people of different religious and non-religious beliefs. HCUK wholeheartedly supports Interfaith Week as it gives opportunities to create a better future and put an end to discrimination and hatred.. It brings different faiths and backgrounds together to celebrate and learn from each other. Through interfaith week activities, we can unite in common cause and promote mutual respect between different religions and beliefs.

Interfaith dialogues help to diffuse tensions that result from misunderstandings about the faith beliefs of other religions. It promotes harmony between all people regardless of their faith. Interfaith week activities highlight core values that are shared by all religions - values like compassion, respect, love hope and peace. These core values are necessary for sustaining life in all communities.

Krishna Bhan 
Chair, Hindu Council UK 

The Pagan Federation

The Pagan Federation wholeheartedly welcomes Interfaith Week 2025. This annual week offers a meaningful opportunity for people of all faiths and beliefs to stand alongside one another in service, dialogue, and solidarity.

This year’s theme, “Community: Together We Serve. Serving others, sharing values, building belonging,” reflects values that lie at the very heart of interfaith work. Interfaith Week shines a light on the good work being done by local faith-based and interfaith groups across the country, drawing new participants into learning and cooperation, and fostering greater interaction among people of diverse backgrounds. It celebrates our diversity while recognising the many values that we share, helping us build stronger, more neighbourly communities.

From a Pagan perspective, the Week resonates deeply with our commitment to interconnectedness, reverence for community, and shared responsibility for the well-being of all living beings. Pagans across the UK take pride in contributing to local and national interfaith initiatives, and in bringing our own voices, traditions, and practices into dialogue with others. By doing so, we add to the richness of the collective  tapestry of faith and belief in our society.In the spirit of this year’s theme—serving others, sharing values, building belonging—the Pagan Federation reaffirms its commitment to interfaith engagement, collaboration, and the cultivation of inclusive, harmonious communities for all.

Mike Stygal, National Interfaith Manager, The Pagan Federation

Quakers in Britain

On behalf of Quakers in Britain, I'm delighted to offer our support for Inter Faith Week 2025. This week is a crucial opportunity to celebrate the diverse tapestry of beliefs and traditions that enrich our society and to strengthen the bonds of friendship between people of all faiths and none. As Quakers, we believe that building a peaceful and just world is rooted in our relationships with each other. By engaging in open, respectful dialogue and working together on issues of common concern, we can break down barriers and build more compassionate and resilient communities.

Inter Faith Week reminds us that despite our differences, we share a common humanity and a shared responsibility to care for our neighbours. We stand in solidarity with everyone working to build bridges and foster mutual respect. We support you as you continue this crucial work.

In friendship and solidarity,

Judith Baker, Ecumenical & Interfaith Officer and Conciliation & Peacebuilding Coordinator, Quakers in Britain