Activities calendar

The calendar below shows activity information linked to Inter Faith Week 2023. Some activities this year will take place virtually, and an icon identifies these on the list below. You can also filter online/ in-person activities using the controls above.

Wednesday 25 October
Scriptural Reasoning: Conflict, Justice and Peace in Ireland

An Cuan, 44 Shore Road, Rostrevor, Newry BT34 3ET. 18.00 – 19.30
Following the anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement and continuing political stalemate in Northern Ireland/North of Ireland, three Irish peace charities partner with the Scriptural Reasoning charity to study sacred Jewish, Christian and Islamic texts and oral traditions around dialogue and good disagreement in pursuit of an agreed future for our increasingly religiously and ethnically diverse island of Ireland.…
- Disabled parking
Wednesday 1 November
UKIYN EcoPeace Cafe webinar on ‘Building a Community’

. 19.00 – 21.00
The UKIYN EcoPeace Cafe is an online educational platform launched by The Religions for Peace UK Interfaith Youth Network.
It aims to empower young people to take eco-social and peacebuilding actions within and outside their faith communities. The platform offers action-based training and community building to equip, support, and empower young individuals to become skilled facilitators and agents of change.
Sarah Oliver hosted a training session on 1st of November focused on "Building a Community," where youth learnt strategies to establish a supportive community that takes positive action.…
- Online activity
Monday 6 November
Strangers and Pilgrims - C of E St Albans Diocese Inter Faith Week Event

The Cathedral and Abbey Church of Saint Alban, Sumpter Yard, St Albans, AL1 1BY (Entry via Visitors Entrance). 19.30 – 21.00
You will have the opportunity to:

• Hear “Strangers & Co-Pilgrims” from diverse backgrounds, sharing from their faith perspectives, what encourages them to engage with people of different faiths.

• Meet and network with friends & invited guests from different faiths, cultures and ethnicities from across St Albans Diocese and also our ecumenical partners, civic dignitaries and political representatives.

• Enjoy live instrumental music kindly arranged by St Albans Abbey musicians and presentations by the St Albans School Pupils.…
Tuesday 7 November
CST SAFE Event - Women’s Safety

. 12.30 – 13.30
This is an online webinar designed to give advice on safety for women.…
- Online activity
Thursday 9 November
Cumbria RE Teachers

Cumbria. 16.00 – 17.00
Members of the Cumbria Virtual Voices in Religious Education (VVRE) Project will meet online with RE Teachers in Cumbria. This will give an opportunity to build relationships and find out what 'voices' can offer to schools as an Inter Faith activity.…
- Online activity
Remembrance & Peace Event for All Faiths

The Braithwaite Hall, The Town Hall, Katharine Street, Croydon CR0 1NX. 18.00 – 19.30
Faiths Together in Croydon invite you to an Interfaith Remembrance event on Thursday 9th November at the Braithwaite Hall from 6-7.30pm. They will be remembering all those of many faiths who fought in the world wars and also praying for Peace in the world today. They will have speakers from the faiths in Croydon who will lead the service and also, hopefully, some students from the BRIT school giving their thoughts on the Berlin Holocaust memorial. …
Saturday 11 November
Durham Interfaith Student Network - Inter Faith Week Programme

Durham
Durham Interfaith Student Network will be running a programme of events across the campus throughout Inter Faith Week.…
Peace and Harmony Day

St Faith's Parish Hall, West Parade, Lincoln LN1 1QL. 11.00 – 13.00
Our monthly Chat Café is celebrating Interfaith Week with a "Peace and Harmony Day" We will have small displays from members of the Lincolnshire Faith Council, as well as brief talks from community faith representatives and shared words of peace.…
- Assistance dogs permitted
- Wheelchair access
Meet the Faiths

The Mint Church, Fore Street, Exeter, EX4 3AT . 14.00 – 16.00
At this event you will get the chance to meet representatives of many beliefs including: Islam, Paganism, Judaism, Buddhism, Christianity and Humanism. This is a relaxed and fun opportutunity to learn more about other faiths! Tea and other refreshments will be provided.…
Peace and Unity

St Francis Chaplaincy, University of Birmingham B15 2TT. 15.30 – 17.30
An event with readings and reflections around the theme of 'Peace and Unity'. We encourage and welcome everyone to participate. Any musical instrument or readings from your faith that will make the space joyous and uplifting are welcome and much appreciated. Our event is supported by the Birmingham Council of Faiths, and faith members outside of the university are invited. Strengthening communities and working together in a spirit of cooperation, fellowship and harmony with diverse religious communities in Birmingham is amazing and we look forward to seeing you all.…
Readings & Reflections on the theme of Peace & Unity

University of Birmingham, Pritchatts Road, Birmingham, B15 2TT. 15.30 – 17.30
This is an event to foster Peace and Unity. All are welcome. Please bring music or texts that reflect the theme of peace and unity.…
Sunday 12 November
Inter Faith Week at Sheffield University (BNBR)

The University of Sheffield, Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TN
The Belief, No belief and Religious Life centre will be running a programme of events for Inter Faith Week across the campus.…
Inter Faith Week Programme led by Swansea Interfaith Forum and Swansea University

Singleton Park, Swansea, SA2 8PP
Swansea Interfaith Forum and Swansea University have collaborated this year to organise a jam packed week of inter faith events!…
Harris C of E Academy Inter Faith Week Activities

Harris Church Of England Academy, 25 Saunton Road, Rugby, CV22 6EA
To celebrate Inter Faith Week, pupils at Harris C of E Academy transformed the drama studio into a creative space to explore religions and religious practice.…
Facing Our Collective Shadow

Weston Hub, Penn Hill Road, Weston, Bath, BA1 4EH. 15.00 – 18.00
'Facing our Collective Shadow: An Inter Faith Conversation for Positive Change with Vicki Burke'. In this event Vicki Burke will talk about collective trauma and dislocation from one's past. She will explore her own search for personal and cultural reconciliation and address the need for positive change. The talk will include live music.…
Modern day slavery, forgiveness and reconciliation

Al Abbasi Islamic Centre, 17 Clifton Road Birmingham, B12 8SX United Kingdom. 17.00 – 19.00
To celebrate Inter Faith Week, the Nishkam Centre's patron, Bhai Sahib Mohinder Singh, will be speaking alongside Dr Peter Rookes and Sheikh Nuru Mohammed on Modern day slavery and forgiveness. It will take place at the Al-Abbas Islamic Centre in Birmingham.…
Sitting as a Latter-day Saint at the inter faith table

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Altrincham Road, Wythenshawe. 19.00 – 20.00
An evening with Dr. James Holt, Associate Professor of Religious Education at the University of Chester. Explore the how and why of inter faith focused around The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints…
- Online activity
Hope, Love and Service: A conversation on faith and justice.

Old Elvet, Durham, DH1 3HL. 20.00 – 21.30
All students are welcome to join us as we dicuss hope, love and service in an inclusive and welcoming setting.…
Monday 13 November
Inter faith Scavenger Hunt and Inter Faith Panel

The Bemrose School, Derby, DE22 3HU
Scavenger hunt around school all week.
Inter faith panel on 14 November. …
Bring your faith to school day

St. Joseph & St. Bede R C Primary School, Danesmoor Drive, Bury, BL9 6ER
To mark Inter Faith Week pupils will be invited to 'bring their faith to school'. Pupils will be invited to bring prayer objects, or other objects of importance in their faith, and to speak to their class about the way they practice their religion at home.…
Discussion on identity and belonging

Oriental Museum Elvet Hill Durham DH1 3TH
County Durham Faiths Network are holding an event at the Oriental Museum on identity & belonging with Baha’i, Buddhist, Xn, Hindu, Humanist, Jewish & Muslim speakers who are Belgian, British, Burundian, Finish & Iranian.…
South West Probation Service Inter Faith Week Event

Probation Service, Bradford Praternal House Office, Bradford, BD1 1LB
South West Probation Service will be running an event for the whole staff network to celebrate Inter Faith Week.…
Inter Faith Week

St Cecilia’s RC High School, Chapel Hill, Longridge, Preston PR3 2XA
Various activities will be taking place across the school. There will be two trips to a mosque (year 8 in two groups). Baha’i speakers will hold an assembly for years 9-11. Sikh and Buddhist workshops will take place for year 7. Year 9 will be doing some Indian dancing in PE. Y10 will be doing a Jewish foods tasting.…
Whybridge Infant School Assembly

Whybridge Infants School, Ford Lane, Rainham, RM13 7AR. 9.00 – 10.00
Whybridge Infant School will be holding a series of activities to mark Inter Faith Week. Cherry class will be having an assembly on different religious cultures.…
MFN Conference - The Resilience of Faith

The Exchange 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DR. 10.00 – 16.00
The Multi-Faith Network at Network Rail is pleased to invite you once again to their annual MFN Conference - The Resilience of Faith. Yorkshire County Cricketer Azeem Rafiq will be in attendance alongside the Network Rail's CEO Andrew Haines and CFO Jeremy Westlake and Project Director of the Inter Faith Network for the UK Ashley Beck. Please register to attend in Person or Choose to Attend Virtually. Food and drink is provided.

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Inter Faith Event

Woodhatch Place Reigate RH28EF. 11.00 – 14.00
This is the staff inter faith group for Surrey County Council. We are hosting various speakers on the day followed by lunch. …
- Assistance dogs permitted
- Braille signage
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Hearing induction loop
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
Inter Faith Week Panel

Northampton Square, London, EC1V 0HB. 12.00 – 14.00
The Chaplaincy team will join the City’s Office for Institutional Equity and Inclusion for a panel event to celebrate Inter Faith Week. A panel of staff members will reflect on their experiences on the role their faith has in the workplace. Everyone is invited to engage in conversation about the place of faith at City, University of London.…
Talk on Judaism

Bishop Street Methodist Church, 10A Bishop Street, Leicester LE1 6AF. 12.00 – 13.00
The St Philip's Centre in Leicester is holding a series of talks on different faiths during Inter Faith Week.
The first talk is on Judaism with Tony.…
- Assistance dogs permitted
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
Art Therapy

Chelsea College of Arts, 16 John Islip St, London, SW1P 4JU. 16.00 – 18.00
How do you feel about being part of something bigger than yourself? Some people discover this through faith and a connection to God, while others find it in the vast universe, like the skies and the oceans. This can stem from our desires to look outside the borders of self and find well-being, solace, purpose, and inspiration.

Art therapy during Inter Faith Week aims to bring students with diverse perspectives to use art as a means of self-expression and exploration. Attendees may choose to share their art and discuss what it means to form a personal connection with something greater than themselves, be it through faith, an appreciation of nature, or other pathways.

This one-off therapeutic group session is scheduled for the first day of Inter Faith Week and is for students who are curious about religious belief, faith, the theme, or art therapy in general. All UAL students welcome.…
How to Keep Talking

Woolf Institute, Madingley Road, Cambridge. 17.30 – 19.00
With tragic events continuing to unfold in Israel and Palestine, our newspapers and social media feeds are full of content that can pull us apart and even turn us against one another. Join us for a panel discussion bringing together Jewish, Muslim, and Christian participants to discuss how to keep dialogue open and how to maintain the possibility of trust between us. Our aim is to offer a safe space to have this important conversation, as well as to create a resource based on the conversation which can be drawn on more widely now and in future when global events strain inter faith relations here in the UK.…
Tree planting and talk on Women Leaders in Faith and Interfaith

Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha, Alice Way, Hounslow, TW3 3UA. 18.00 – 0.00
As part of Inter Faith Week and our continued commitment to fostering unity, sustainability, and positive change in our city - we are hosting further Inter faith Tree Planting Events around London. These events are a continuing symbol of our shared commitment to a greener London and our shared responsibility to protect and preserve the environment for future generations. We hope to gather together people of different faiths to celebrate the values that bind us as a diverse and harmonious community throughout the city. Following the tree planting there will be a talk on Women Leaders in Faith and Interfaith. With Rt Revd Dr Emma Ineson, Bishop of Kensington.
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“Levels of Dialogue - Religious Experience in an Inter Faith Context” = a talk

. 18.30 – 20.00
Religions have different origins, developmental pathways, belief systems, and spiritualities. Yet there remains the possibility of a family resemblance between them. The tension, or ambiguity, inherent in the dynamic of ‘particularity in relation to universality’ is explored, argued over, and negotiated through interreligious dialogue. This talk ties the reality of religious experience to the demands and outcomes of interreligious dialogue. The speaker is Revd Canon Dr Alan Race who is Chair of the World Congress of Faiths and the editor of its journal ‘Interreligious Insight’. He is a retired Anglican priest-theologian, and the author of books and articles on the themes of theology of religions and interreligious dialogue. …
- Online activity
Forced to Adapt (three short films by Deej Phillips)

St John's Church, 73 Waterloo Road London SE1 8TY. 19.00 – 21.00
The climate crisis continues to wreak havoc disproportionately in the global south, often resulting in devastating losses to livelihoods and even life itself. In a bid to mitigate the impacts of the climate crisis, communities are constantly forced to adapt to their changing environments.

Anjana, Sreejith and Dipika are from vastly different regions of India, but all have one thing in common: they are having an invaluable impact on the lives of the people they share their communities with and beyond, by communicating and implementing low-cost and low-tech solutions to adapt to this unjust crisis.

Film #1: Mangrove Family – In Kerala, a family continues their father's extraordinary mangrove conservation legacy, resulting in greater protection for coastal communities from extreme weather events.

Film #2: Harvest Mother – In Maharashtra, Anjana dedicates her life to protecting her fellow farmers’ harvests from worsening droughts, with ingenious low-tech adaptation solutions.

Film #3: Climate Guardians – In Gujarat, Dipika travels door to door in her slum settlement to teach others how to be more resilient to the climate crisis, including how to cope with the increasingly brutal heat of the summer months.
Inter Faith Panel

Bristol University, Queens Building, Univesity Walk, Bristol, BS8 1TR. 19.00 – 21.00
This will be a really exciting panel discussion, featuring speakers from Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Buddhism, and Sikhism. Come along and learn something new about another faith (or even your own!)…
Listening Event

Gurdwara Guru Ravidass Sabha, Guru Ravidass Lane, Bedford MK50 1ED. 19.30 – 21.00
An exploration into the health needs of the local community with faith and community leaders and members of faith communities and community groups. Hosted by Bedford Council of Faiths and facilitated by BLMK Care Board. Free to attend but please register if you can. Contact showedmakcote@gmail.com for link.

Nominated attendees will pull together responses and start the ball rolling with feedback on the Denny Report

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- Online activity
Tuesday 14 November
Online RE Day

Various schools. South Gloucestershire local authority.
An online RE day for schools. Pupils will play the 'beyond belief' and 'would you rather' game before watching video interviews with representatives of different local faith communities. The representatives will talk about their faith perspective and how it makes them feel about environmental issues. Pupils will then explore similarities and differences between different religious perspectives further in class and contribute to a whole school Inter Faith Week craft project.…
- Online activity
Inter-Faith ‘Coffee Morning’ via Zoom

Online meeting. Based from CB9 8AX (Haverhill, SW Suffolk).
Online 'Coffee Morning' discussion, via Zoom. We use https://www.interfaith.org.uk/resources/religious-festivals as a guide for festivals. E.g. this week is...
"12 (Sunday) to 19 (Sunday) November INTER FAITH WEEK
Beginning on Remembrance Sunday and running until the following Sunday each year, Inter Faith week seeks to strengthen good inter-faith relations, increase awareness of the different and distinct faith communities in the UK, and increase understanding between people of religious and non-religious beliefs. Visit www.interfaithweek.org for more.
15 November (Wednesday) SHICHI-GO-SAN (Seven-Five-Three) Japanese
Girls of seven, boys of five and girls of three are dressed up in new clothes and taken to a Shinto shrine to pray for their future well-being."…
- Online activity
Our Community, Our Future: Inter Faith Week Discussion

Wesley Hall, Fielden Street, Blackburn, BB2 1LQ
Our Community, Our Future will be hosting an Inter Faith Week discussion in collaboration with Arc Blackburn. The conversation will include poetry, music and food.…
Highfield School Inter Faith Week Event

The Highfield School, Field House, Briar Patch Lane, Letchworth, SG6 3QA
To celebrate Inter Faith Week, Highfield School hosted a panel to speak to Years 8-11 about faith, creation, the Universe and science.…
Sustainability and Faith (Network Rail)

Network Rail will run a workshop for employees about how faith communities can contribute to increasing environmental sustainability across the UK.…
- Online activity
St James Hatcham Inter Faith Week School Assembly

St James New Cross Road, London, SE14 6AD . 8.30 – 9.30
To celebrate Inter Faith Week, St James Hatcham will be holding a special assembly focusing on different faiths.…
Bemrose School Inter Faith Week Assembly

The Bemrose School, Uttoxeter New Road, Derby, DE22 3HU. 8.30 – 9.30
To mark Inter Faith Week, Bemrose School held a whole school assembly on the theme of Inter Faith Week.…
Interfaith workshops at Watford Grammar School

Watford Grammar School, Lady’s Close, Watford, WD18 0AE. 9.30 – 11.30
Harrow Interfaith workshop and discussion with Watford Grammar School pupils…
The Judicial System and Violence against Women and Girls/Hate Crimes

. 10.00 – 13.30
A virtual conference to learn more about the judicial system and how it relates to violence against women/hate crimes. The timetable is as follows:

10:00

The day will be opened by the DCCP - Deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor Sarah Hammond /Doug Mackay

10:10

Magistrates’ Court - An overview of the work of the magistrates’ court. This session will include an interactive Domestic Abuse case study. During the session you will be making the decisions a magistrates’ court lawyer needs to make daily.

Session led by District Crown Prosecutor - Iain Willis

11:10

Crown Court - An overview of the work of the Crown Court. This session will continue with the Domestic Abuse case study through the Crown Court. During the session you will be making the decision a Crown Court lawyer needs to make daily.

Session led by District Crown Prosecutor - Hayley Keegan

12:10

Break

12:30

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- Online activity
My Faith and Me

Silver Birch Hotel, 5 Gortin Road, Omagh BT79 7DH. 11.00 – 13.00
An opportunity to explore and share the unique relationships with religion and faith. Attendees can share a poem, reading, song, that represents for them their relationship with their chosen faith. The agenda is informal and relaxed and there is no pressure for attendees to contribute. …
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Hearing induction loop
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
Inter-Faith ‘Coffee Morning’ via Zoom

CB10 1BP. 11.30 – 13.00
Zoom Meeting https://us05web.zoom.us/j/89553237109
Meeting ID: 895 5323 7109
Passcode: Inter

Start time is usually 12:15pm. But, is 11:30am if anyone requests.
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- Online activity
Talk on Islam

Bishop Street Methodist Church, 10A Bishop Street, Leicester LE1 6AF. 12.00 – 13.00
Part of a series of talks on different faiths during Inter Faith Week.
A talk on Islam, with Rehana. …
- Assistance dogs permitted
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
Religious Hate Crime Roundtable

15 Portland Square, St Paul's, Bristol BS2 8SJ. 12.00 – 13.00
A roundtable discussion on the rise of Religious Hate Crime across the UK. How to identify it, report it and how to support the victims of it. …
- Online activity
Faith at the End of Life

The Dining Room, St Clare Hospice, Hastingwood, CM17 9JX. 13.00 – 17.00
Learning event for health care professionals and the local community
Considering the importance of faith at the end of life and bereavement
Insight from six faith leaders and each other while thinking about the barriers to providing effective spiritual care …
What does it mean to live well together?

1 Kirkby Terrace, Plymouth, PL4 8AA. 13.00 – 14.00
Join Pastoral and Spiritual Support for a thought-provoking and inspiring panel discussion during Inter Faith Week as we explore the powerful question: "What does it mean to live well together?"

In a world filled with conflicts that seem to divide us, now is the time to come together and embrace the beauty of diversity. Our diverse panel of extraordinary individuals will share their personal journeys and insights on fostering harmonious relationships among different faiths.
Imagine an hour immersed in heartfelt discussions, where ideas transcend boundaries and connections are formed. We envision an inclusive space where people from all walks of life can learn from one another's experiences, honour cultural differences, and find common ground.

Whether you hail from diverse spiritual backgrounds or simply hold a deep curiosity about building bridges across belief systems – this event is for everyone.…
Keep Calm and Craft

The Key, College Lane, Hatfield, AL10 9AB. 14.00 – 15.30
An event to create an Inter Faith Week banner. All materials will be provided. Feel free to join us for some crafting and a chat!…
Parkes Institute Inter Faith Lecture: Another Fateful Triangle: Jews, Muslims, Europe by Elisabeth Becker

Avenue Campus (Lecture Theatre C), University of Southampton SO17 1BF. 18.00 – 19.30
In this talk, Elisabeth Becker invokes Stuart Hall's concept of a "fateful triangle", turning to the intersection of Jewish, Muslim, and European identities, specifically highlighting the ways in which Jewish-Muslim intersections shape European societies: both in terms of contemporary life and in terms of collective memory. This is a hybrid event, meaning you can attend in-person at Avenue Campus or online via Zoom.…
- Online activity
Random Acts of Kindness

Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TN. 18.00 – 19.00
Join us for an evening event with random acts of kindness.…
Launch of the West Midlands Faith Alliance’s 3 year strategy

Nishkam Centre, Soho Road, Handsworth, B21 9BH. 18.00 – 20.00
The programme will include speeches, presentations, panel discussions, and time for Q&A. For in-person guests, the evening will conclude with a buffet dinner and networking.

A multi-stage process of community co-production has been underway for the last several weeks and we are looking forward to sharing the key priorities that faith communities and young people would like the Faith Alliance network to focus on between 2024-26. We are keen to ensure that the Faith Alliance makes tangible and positive differences to the lives of young people and communities in the West Midlands, and contributes towards an overall reduction in violence across the region…
Culture Compass

University of Sheffield, Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TN. 18.00 – 19.00
To mark Inter Faith Week Sheffield University are running an event for students of all faiths. Feel free to join us!…
Muhammad: Getting to know the prophet of Islam

Grey College, South Road, Durham, DH1 3LG. 18.30 – 20.30
Join us for an Inter Faith Week talk and broaden your knowledge of Islam.…
Bracknell Forest Interfaith Forum Celebrate Interfaith Week

Honeysuckle room at The Open Learning Centre, Rectory Lane, Bracknell, RG12 7GR. 18.30 – 21.00
Hybrid event with presentations on 'How do we learn about faith?' by 6 speakers from different faith groups. How faith is taught, learned and nurtured. Speakers from Baha’i, Christian, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim and Sikh groups will address the topic from their perspective.
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- Online activity
Online Security and Representing your Community

. 19.00 – 20.00
Learn how to protect yourself and your community from online threats. If you also represent, and maybe hold data from, a community organisation - then you will want to take extra precautions to protect your, and your community’s, reputation.

We look at how to minimise exposure to potentially harmful attacks, virus protection, how to spot fake emails and provide hints and tips on how to stay safe online.

SAFE shares CST’s security knowledge with groups outside the Jewish community that are vulnerable to violence, extremism or hate crime.
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- Online activity
UKIYN EcoPeace Cafe webinar on ‘How to implement community-based projects’

. 19.00 – 21.00
The UKIYN EcoPeace Cafe is an online educational platform launched by the Religions for Peace UK Interfaith Youth Network. It aims to empower young people to take eco-social and peacebuilding actions within and outside their faith communities. The platform offers action-based training and community building to equip, support, and empower young individuals to become skilled facilitators and agents of change.

Join us on November 14th for a special training session led by Greshma Pious Raju. This training will cover key factors when planning and designing community-based projects. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge and skills to manage and execute community-level projects successfully.…
- Online activity
Which stories to share?

. 19.00 – 21.00
A chance to prepare for input to a meeting being held by the Religion and Media Centre at Norwich Cathedral on 30 November on Creating Connections: Religion and the Media. At that event there will be meeting with journalists to find out about what kind of stories mainstream media is looking for: 'the weird and controversial?', 'human interest'?, 'out of the ordinary?', "not dog bites man but man bites dog"?, not 'feel-good stories about volunteers doing good things'? If so, is that likely to appeal to how religious groups - is it how they would want to appear? Helen Baldry, who regularly reports on Christian groups in Norfolk, will help us discuss what sort of stories from religions can appeal, without distorting how people perceive religious people and practices. Join us to give us your views, share your stories, then we can go together better prepared to the event on 30 November.…
- Online activity
Presentation on various topics on Buddhism

. 19.00 – 20.00
The Soko Gakki Buddhist community in Medway is holding a group presentation on various topics in Buddhism. All are welcome to attend. This event is on Zoom and people can join on the day at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84708989302?pwd=dkVSTkjWNFdMQ3RxbG1QRUcxVEpNUT09. For further information email medway.interfaith@gmail.com…
- Online activity
Forgiveness - a discussion

Shirley House, 31 Psalter Lane S11 8YL. 19.30 – 21.00
What does your faith teach about forgiveness? In Inter Faith Week Sheffield Interfaith members will share their understanding about forgiveness, and what faith teachings or stories individuals follow. All are welcome to share their scriptures, rules of life or stories told by or about a leader, teacher or prophet. Open to all faiths and everybody – refreshments provided. They also hope to offer a Zoom option. Contact shirleyhouseinterfaith@gmail.com for the link or 0114 258 8932 for further details. Lifts home can also be provided.…
Wednesday 15 November
Visit from Buddhist Monk

Denmark Hill, London, SE5 9RS
To celebrate Inter Faith Week King's College Hospital Chaplaincy will be receiving a visit and a presentation from a Buddhist monk.…
Christ the King Sixth Form Inter Faith Week event

Christ The King College, Belmont Grove, London, SE13 5GE
Christ the King Sixth Forms will be participating in Inter Faith Week by joining the nationwide webinar hosted by the Faith and Belief forum that will cover topics surrounding faith and belief.…
St Barnabas C of E Primary School Inter Faith Week Visit

St. Barnabas Primary School, Knowlesly Road, Darwen, BB3 2JA
To mark Inter Faith Week, St Barnabas C of E Primary school will be hosting a Jewish visitor to tell the pupils about the Jewish religion. Our visitor will share the story of Purim with the children.…
King’s High School Inter Faith Week Panel

King's High School, Banbury Road, Warwick, CV34 6YE
To mark Inter Faith Week, King's High School will be hosting a panel of faith representatives. Year 9 will be given the chance to ask the representatives questions in the 'Big Questions Event'.…
Lunch and Learn (Network Rail)

Network Rail will work with its Cultural Fusion Network to run a lunch and learn session focusing on food and faith.…
An Inter Faith Week celebration

SS9 1JP. 9.15 – 10.30
The Faith and Belief Forum will be holding a national webinar for secondary schools for Inter Faith Week. The event will focus on the topic of inter faith activism and will include the sharing of personal stories, discussion and Q&A with students.

Speakers of different faiths will share their experiences of their faith and activism, highlighting the amazing work that the inter faith community does across many areas.

It will be a great opportunity for the young people to be inspired and learn more about the importance of inter faith and community action.…
- Online activity
Inter Faith Gender and Inclusion

De lacy Centre, Bradford Cathedral, 1 Stott Hill, Bradford. 10.00 – 12.00
Suzanne Vernon-Yorke shares findings from her recent PHD research with inter faith practitioners in the UK. Her talk will focus on gender dynamics and inclusivity, as well as the impact of exclusion and the implications on inter faith practice. …
Inter Faith Week lectures

Quaker Friends Meeting House, Stramongate, Kendal, Cumbria LA9 4BH. 10.30 – 13.00
AWAZ Cumbria and the Westmorland and Furnes Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Partnership (WFDEIP) present two talks on inter faith. The first talk is by Mike Humphreys, the Chair of SLIF South Lakeland Interfaith Forum. He is an Elder of the Kendal Branch of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and his talk is on Religious Freedom. There will also be a talk by Douglas Rathbone, a Congregational Church lay minister and United Reformed Church lay preacher. He has served as Mayor of Kendal and is a member of a local working group looking at Faith Covenants. His talk will be on Faith in Public Life in Kendal in the 1600's. This event is free and everyone is welcome to attend.…
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
Conference of London Inter Faith Chairs

Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University, 65 Pound Lane, London, NW10 2HH. 11.00 – 15.00
London Inter Faith Chairs conference will be held during Inter Faith Week this year. We will discuss and share Inter Faith aims and goals across London. We will draw particular attention to Inter Faith Week activity. There will be speaker presentations, workshop groups, and plenaries.

The event will be opened by Dr Hariet Crabtree, Director of the Inter Faith Network for the UK. Lunch will be provided.…
- Wheelchair access
Talk on Sikhism

Bishop Street Methodist Church, 10A Bishop Street, Leicester LE1 6AF. 12.00 – 13.00
Part of a series of talks on different faiths during Inter Faith Week.
Talk on Sikhism, with Surinder …
- Assistance dogs permitted
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
Lexis Nexis Risk Lunch and Panel Discussion

Lexis House, 30 Farringdon Street, London, EC4A 4HH
Our Religion and Employee Resource group will be hosting a lunch and panel discussion to mark Inter Faith Week.…
Keep Calm and Craft

The Key Centre, College Lane, Hatfield, AL10 9AB. 13.30 – 14.30
Join us at the chaplaincy for an afternoon session of crafting to celebrate Inter Faith Week! …
Tea with the Vicar

SS4 1RB. 14.00 – 15.00
Informal afternoon tea with the Vicar - Rev Helen. We will discuss student's beliefs and views, using artefacts we have in school to talk about different faiths.…
- Assistance dogs permitted
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Wheelchair access
MBIT: Celebrating 30 years of Inter Faith Dialogue

West Road, Cambridge, CB3 9BS. 17.00 – 19.00
This event is part of a series of events celebrating the pearl anniversary of the Margaret Beaufort Institute of Theology. The panellists will include:

Dr Edward Kessler, MBE, Founder President of the Woolf Institute
Dr. Michael Barnes, SJ, representing the Margaret Beaufort Institute of Theology
Dr. Tim Winter, Dean of the Cambridge Muslim College…
The Refugee Experience Evening

Business School Atrium, Oxtalls Campus, Oxtalls Lane Gloucester, GL2 9HW . 17.30 – 20.00
This event will be held at the University of Gloucershire's Oxtall's business centre atrium. There will be 4 interviews with people who have had to relocate, focusing on how their faith helped them to cope and how the faith community has welcomed them, each one ending with a short prayer from their faith tradition. Plenty of time between each one to network and enjoy free finger food prepared by Gloucester's English language school. The evening will end with a poem written by our Vice-Chair Atique Miah. …
- Assistance dogs permitted
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Faith and Belief Panel

University of Salford, 43 Crescent, Salford, M5 4WT. 18.00 – 19.00
Meet with staff and students of different faiths or no faith and participate in discussions and debates…
Faith across the generations: Past and future reflections

25 Goldsmith St, Nottingham, NG1 5LB. 18.00 – 19.30
This is an event to mark Inter Faith Week, hosted by Nottingham Trent University. There will be a Q&A session with the panel of faith representatives, who will be discussing the challenges and differences of faith from an age perspective. This event is in collaboration with the Nottingham Interfaith Council.…
Mental wellbeing - Is there a role for our Faith communities?

Barnet Council 2 Bristol Avenue London NW9 4EW. 18.30 – 20.30
Barnet Multi Faith Forum invites people to join them for a panel discussion on mental wellbeing - Is there a role for our Faith communities to support and respond? There will be opportunities to participate in the discussion and explore the issues from different perspectives. Refreshments from 18.30. Following the discussion there will be an open forum to meet, network, and share with the Barnet Multi Faith Forum members and the broader community. Register at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ifw-mental-wellbeing-is-there-a-role-for-our-faith-communities-tickets-753924116327?aff=oddtdtcreator…
We are One: the story of the ten Baha’i women executed in Iran for their faith 40 years ago.

Quaker Meeting House, Queens Road, Leicester LE2 1WP. 19.00 – 21.00
A power point presentation telling the story of the ten women hanged in Shiraz, Iran in 1983. Their crime was to be Baha'is and to refuse to recant their faith. The presentation is accompanied by music.…
- Assistance dogs permitted
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Faitheist: building bridges between believers and non-believers

Meeting House, University of Sussex, Falmer, Brighton, BN1 9QF. 19.00 – 20.30
In a world where religious conflict is front page news and the number of people who identify as religious is declining, is the chasm of understanding between people of different faiths and atheists and agnostics growing wider? Can people of diverse religious affiliations find shared values and build partnerships for the common good, or are our disagreements too vast?

In this event, professor, author, and activist Chris Stedman will share his story of seeking common ground with the religious as an atheist. Then, in conversation with University of Sussex Lead Chaplain James Croft, he'll discuss what theists and nontheists can gain from being in dialogue, the differences between the interfaith movements in the United States and United Kingdom, and how people of different faiths and those of nonreligious beliefs can work together to improve the world we all share.…
- Assistance dogs permitted
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The Promise of Universal Peace - A Baha’i Perspective

. 19.00 – 20.00
The Baha'i community in Medway is holding a joint presentation with Medway Inter Faith Action on 'The Promise of Universal Peace' from the Baha'i perspective. This event is on Zoom and people can join on the day at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84708989302?pwd=dkVSTkjWNFdMQ3RxbG1QRUcxVEpNUT09. For further information email medway.interfaith@gmail.com…
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But why Interfaith?

. 19.30 – 20.30
Online discussion. Why is it important for people from different faiths to meet together – and when we do – what should we be doing? Join us for a conversation with Alex Raikes, SARI (Stand Against Racism and Inequality) Director; Rev Marcus Braybrooke, President of the World Congress of Faiths; Rev Narinder Tegally, Interfaith Advisor to the Bishop of Bath and Wells; Farzana Saker, formerly executive member of Bristol Multi-Faith Forum and West Wiltshire Multi-Faith Forum; Jane O'Hara, executive member of Bath Interfaith Group and Jake Colman from the Jewish Community.
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‘The Common Good’: A discussion on the nature of good

Oasis Multi-Faith Centre at UCLan, Kirkham Street, Preston, PR1 2XQ. 19.30 – 21.00
'The Common Good': As part of the Lancashire Humanists monthly meeting, we have invited Nick Briggs to lead a discussion on how the concept of the Common Good can contribute to better dialogue in the public sphere. This meeting is open to people of all beliefs.…
Thursday 16 November
Inter Faith Week workplace panel

The Capital Building, Old Hall St, Liverpool L3 9PP
Crown Commercial Service faith and belief Network are marking the Week by hosting six panellists at their Liverpool office to discuss and highlight the importance of inter faith dialogue. …
Birmingham LSCP Faith Project

Birmingham Safeguarding Children Partnership, 2 Margaret St, Birmingham
Birmingham LSCP will be inviting faith representatives to speak at their annual conference as part of their wider Faith Project and as part of Inter Faith Week. …
St John Fisher Mosque Learning

St John Fisher RC Primary School, Stanycliffe Lane, Middleton, Manchester, M24 2PB
Year 3 at St John Fisher will receive a special Inter Faith Week presentation on different mosques around the world.…
Waltham Toll Bar Academy Inter Faith Week Panel

Tollbar Academy, Tollbar Academy Station Road, New Waltham, DN36 4RZ
Waltham Toll Bar Academy will team up with Utterby Primary, North Thoresby Primary Academy and Academies Enterprise Trust to run an inter faith week panel to bring representatives of different faiths together, answer the questions of students and start conversations.…
Network Rail Inter Faith Week Panel

Network Rail will partner with TfL to run an inter faith panel during Inter Faith Week.…
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St Albans Faith and Culture Enterprise Interfaith Event

Location details will be provided once attendee has registered by emailing equality@stalbans.gov.uk. 6.30 – 20.00
St Albans Faith and Culture Enterprise (FACE) are hosting their annual event to celebrate Inter Faith Week 2023 on Thursday 16 November 2023. Each year FACE invites people from different faith groups across the District to attend and discuss the issues facing their communities and the importance of strong relations between different faiths. This year it is also a celebration of the 10 year anniversary of FACE’s formation.
This is an informal event where you are welcome to share your own experiences of what faith means to you and your work in the community, or simply listen to others. Residents of St Albans District are welcome to attend, whether they are representing a faith group or not. We invite attendees to bring along different cultural foods to share.
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Conflict Management

. 10.00 – 11.30
In life you will be faced with difficult interpersonal situations. Our Conflict Management webinar looks at verbal & non-verbal communication, conflict management styles, how to ‘spot the signs’ as a situation begins to escalate, de-escalation techniques and the legalities around self-defence. We aim to give you the tools to minimise the risk of turning a drama into a crisis.

SAFE shares CST’s security knowledge with groups outside the Jewish community that are vulnerable to violence, extremism or hate crime.
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Conflict Management with Salford University (Inter Faith Week)

. 10.00 – 12.00
Salford University and Community Security Trust invite you to a webinar on Conflict Management.
In life you will be faced with difficult interpersonal situations. Our Conflict Management webinar looks at verbal & non-verbal communication, conflict management styles, how to ‘spot the signs’ as a situation begins to escalate, de-escalation techniques and the legalities around self-defence. We aim to give you the tools to minimise the risk of turning a drama into a crisis. With an introduction from Salford University. SAFE shares CST’s security knowledge with groups outside the Jewish community that are vulnerable to violence, extremism or hate crime. …
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Unity in the Community

Gilnow Lane, Bolton, BL3 5EL. 10.00 – 16.00
A joint inter faith event to promote community cohesion, integration and establish long lasting trust, kindness, peace and respect between all communities.…
Inter Faith Week webinar

Kings College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London SE5 9RS. 11.00 – 12.30
The Chaplaincy Team at King's College Hospital are holding an Inter Faith Week webinar. Please scan the QR code at https://twitter.com/kingschaplaincy/status/1717661570782646467 to join on the day.…
- Online activity
Talk on Bahaʼí faith

Bishop Street Methodist Church, 10A Bishop Street, Leicester LE1 6AF. 12.00 – 13.00
One of a series of talks on different faiths during Inter Faith Week.
Talk on the Baha'i faith, with George. …
- Assistance dogs permitted
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Let’s Talk About the Jewish Faith

. 12.30 – 13.30
Cultural Fusion, an employee wellbeing programme at Network Rail, will be running an event focused on the Jewish faith. The event will give employees the chance to learn more about the Jewish faith.…
Inter Faith Week Networking Event

Hill House, Bishopsford Road, Morden, SM4 6BL. 14.00 – 15.30
As part of Inter Faith Week 2023 we are hosting a Networking Event to bring people together to network and find out what is happening in the local community, share ideas and see how groups can work together.…
Interfaith Works: Living Examples

Committee Room 11, House of Commons, Palace of Westminster. 14.00 – 16.00
This event is being held in the UK Parliament and is hosted by Stephen Timms MP
It is jointly organised by the All Faiths Network and the Minhaj Welfare Foundation
The event will provide perspectives on positive aspects of interfaith and how these activities are a valuable contribution towards a cohesive society.

Speakers are:
Presenter: Martin Weightman, Director All Faiths Network
Special guest from Indonesia: Neneng Yanti Khozanatu Lahpan, English for Ulama
Dr. Elizabeth Philips, Director of Education and Engagement Woolf Institute
Mustafa Field, Director Faiths Forum 4 London
Esmond Rosen, President and Trustee Barnet Multifaith Forum
Depak Naik, EU Board Member United Religions Initiative …
Meditation Taster

Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TN. 14.00 – 15.00
Sheffield University are hosting a meditation taster session to mark Inter Faith Week. Feel free to come along!…
Understanding Buddhism: talk and Q&A for Inter Faith Week

. 16.00 – 17.00
As part of Inter Faith Week, join the launch of Associate Professor at the University of Chester James Holt's book 'Understanding Buddhism'. The session will include a 40 minute talk, followed by a Q&A.…
- Online activity
Public Lecture: ‘How to think about Muslim Difference’ by Youshaa Patel

The Song School, 109A Iffley Road, Oxford, OX4 1EH. 17.00 – 19.00
Online and in-person event hosted by the Centre for Muslim-Christian Studies Oxford - Drawing on his recently published book, The Muslim Difference (Yale 2022), Youshaa Patel explores the vexing Islamic discourse of reprehensible imitation (tashabbuh), a discourse that enjoins ordinary believers to embody and display their religious difference from Christians, Jews and others in public life. Moderating cross-cultural imitation and assimilation was as crucial to the construction of Muslim identity and alterity during Islam's formative period as it is today. This lecture situates the religious discourse within Islamic scripture and tradition, casting new light on a long history of how small differences have defined Muslim interfaith encounters.…
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What are your attitudes to water?

Cambridge Central Mosque, Mill Road, Cambridge, CB1 3DF. 18.00 – 19.30
Join curious researchers to share your understanding of water use and what water means in faith communities. This 90-minute workshop is part of a project funded by Ofwat in partnership with Cambridge Water, Cambridge Central Mosque, the Cambridge Interfaith Programme, and others. Let’s seek wisdom together. …
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A Journey in Faith

Grand Theatre Multicultural Hub Swansea SA1 3QJ. 18.30 – 20.00
Steve Balsam - a Swansea born singer, songwriter and West End performer - will talk about his spirituality and faith journey with music. …
Discussion on Dharmic Concepts

Teaching and Learning Centre, South Road, Durham, DH1 3LE. 18.30 – 20.30
Join us for a discussion on Dharmic concepts and widen your knowledge of the Hindu faith. All Durham University students are welcome.…
Islamic Society Talk

Senate House, Tyndall Avenue, Bristol, BS8 1TH. 18.30 – 20.00
To mark Inter Faith Week this year, there will be a presentation hosted by the Islamic Society and given by Roots (an environmental student organisation). Please feel free to join us.…
Ashford Interfaith Gathering for Peace

The Tank, St George's Square, Park Mall, Ashford. 19.00 – 20.30
We will hear short reflections on the theme of Peace from people of all faiths and none. There will also be music. We will then walk together to the Picturehouse Cinema Cafe, Elwick Place, to enjoy coffee, cake and conversation.…
- Assistance dogs permitted
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Talk by Bob Isaacson (Founder & President of “Dharma Voices for Animals”) on ‘Animals in Buddhism’

. 19.00 – 20.30
Bob Isaacson is the founder and President of the Buddhist animal advocacy organisation, Dharma Voices for Animals (DVA). He will be talking about the Buddhists' approach to compassion for animals. More information can be found on DVA's website at https://www.dharmavoicesforanimals.org/…
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Open meeting on women and faith

Our Lady of Good Counsel Church Rushey Mead Leicester LE4 7ZB. 19.00 – 22.00
Leicester Council of Faiths are hosting an Open Meeting on the subject of Women and Faith. There will be speeches from Natalie Steel (Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University, UK), Dr Akshaya Rajangam (former VP of NHSF), Michele Benn (Leicester Progressive Jewish Congregation) and Vibhooti Acharya (First female president of the Shree Sanatan Mandir). Vegan and vegetarian food will be provided.…
A talk on the Synodality that Pope Francis has initiated in the Catholic Church

. 19.00 – 20.00
John Caruana, a Catholic who represents the Kent Area Justice and Peace, will talk on 'Synodality that Pope Francis has initiated in the Catholic Church' . This event is on Zoom and people can join on the day at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84708989302?pwd=dkVSTkjWNFdMQ3RxbG1QRUcxVEpNUT09. For further information email medway.interfaith@gmail.com…
- Online activity
Friday 17 November
Madni Academy Inter Faith Week Visit

Madni Academy, 40-42 Scarborough St, Dewsbury, WF12 9AY
To mark Inter Faith Week, Madni Academy hosted a visitor to speak about respect and equality.…
Belmont C of E School Inter Faith Week Presentation

Belmont C Of E Primary, Buckinghamshire Road, Durham, DH1 2QP
KS1 will be sharing the things they have learnt and made during Inter Faith Week with the rest of the school in a special Inter Faith Week assembly.…
Talk on Hinduism

Bishop Street Methodist Church, 10A Bishop Street, Leicester LE1 6AF. 12.00 – 13.00
One of a series of talks on different faiths during Inter Faith Week. A talk on Hinduism, with Nima.
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- Assistance dogs permitted
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A City Of London Dialogue – Treasuring Our Cosmopolitan Heritage

78 Bishopsgate, London EC2N 4AG. 14.45 – 16.15
The Rt Hon The Lord Mayor of London, Alderman Professor Michael Mainelli, introduces a conversation bringing Jewish, Christian, and Islamic perspectives on the faith heritage of the City of London and asks us to consider the challenges and opportunities of contemporary civic interactions. Themes explored will include heritage and culture, integration, and reconciliation in a polarised world. Panel: Senior Rabbi Joseph Dweck (Jewish) Chief Imām Dr Sayed Razawi (Muslim) Revd Dr Alan McCormack (Christian). Reserve a spot on eventbrite at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/interfaith-dialogue-on-heritage-integration-and-reconciliation-tickets-756196202197?aff=erelexpmlt…
Lantern Walk and Talk

Clifford's Tower, Tower Street, York YO1 9SA. 17.00 – 18.30
The Liberal Jewish Group in York invite you to take part in this special event at Clifford’s Tower. Meet at the Tower at 5pm. There will be a lantern walk up the steps to the Tower to celebrate all our local communities coming together to stand shoulder to should against prejudice and persecution. There will be a talk, hot chocolate and doughnuts in the Tower. …
Multifaith storytelling - Luton Inter Faith Week event

Sacred Heart Church, 148 Ashcroft Rd, Stopsley, Luton LU2 9AY. 19.30 – 21.00
Join us for a multi-faith storytelling performance of wisdom drawn from many faith traditions presented by the Khayaal Theatre Company. Refreshments included!

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Saturday 18 November
Child Protection and Safeguarding Inter Faith Week Event

Hazrat Sultan Bahu Trust, 17-21 Ombersley Road, Aston, B12 8UR
To mark Inter Faith Week, Birmingham LSCP will be delivering a workshop on child safeguarding and protection at the Bahu Trust.…
Diwali and Inter Faith Week celebrations in Bushey

SRMD London Spiritual Centre Falconer Rd, Bushey WD23 3AD
Celebrations for Diwali and Inter Faith Week are taking place at the London Spiritual Centre of Shimrad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur. The event programme includes a presentation on Diwali, speeches from community and faith leaders and a presentation on Shimrad Rajchandra Love and Care activities.…
World Federation for Animals Event

The World Federation for Animals’ (WFA) Chief Executive, Dr James Yeates, will address the the CCA AGM about the work the WFA has done in putting animals onto the agendas of international bodies such as the United Nations.…
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Interfaith Wolverhampton Annual Conference

Penn Road, Wolverhampton, WV3 0EG. 9.30 – 13.00
The event will be held in conjunction with Wolverhampton City Council, The Alzheimer's Society and Black Country Healthcare.
There will be a keynote speaker and inter faith discussions around the table, focusing particularly on how the faith communities can help people with dementia and their families.…
Stories from our Faiths

York Central Library Library Square, York YO1 7DS
An event at the York Central Library / York Explore where short stories from different faiths will be read to children throughout the day. There will also be activities to do. Different stories every 30 mins. Refreshments available in the café.…
Danescourt Inter Faith Day

St John’s Church Hall, Rachel Close, Danescourt, Cardiff CF5 2SH. 12.30 – 19.30
Community Event with Stalls/Presentation from various faiths / Welsh culture groups. Mini Mosque / Church Experience, Hijab/Henna, Children Activities, Coffee/Tea/Cakes/Snacks and family fun. …
- Assistance dogs permitted
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Inter Faith Week event

Baitul Ghafoor Mosque, 224 Long Lane, B62 9JT, Halesowen. 14.00 – 18.00
We will be holding inter faith activities including: quizzes, exhibitions and discussions.…
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Equality Act 2010: Hegemony and Human Rights in Faith and Interfaith Contexts

Interfaith Alliance UK, PO Box 67481, London NW3 9RN. 14.00 – 15.30
This very special multifaith panel discussion for Inter Faith Week 2023 brings together expert black and ethnic minority faith leaders from diverse traditions to explore the protections offered by the Equality Act 2010 in the light of their personal experiences. The event seeks to promote understanding, respect and community cohesion between people of all religions and ethnicities, and address issues of unlawful discrimination, Harassment and Victimisation in faith and interfaith contexts.

The Equality Act 2010 provides protection against discrimination on grounds of "protected characteristics" and protects whistleblowers doing "protected acts" from Victimisation or Harassment.…
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Inter Faith Week Poetry Session

Batley Library, 14 Market Place, Batley, WF17 5DA. 14.00 – 16.00
An annual Inter Faith Poetry session hosted by Batley Poets in partnership with Friends of Batley Library. Come along to perform poetry you've written, read poems you like, or sit back and enjoy the afternoon with a cuppa and meet some new friends.

For us, Inter Faith Week has always celebrated our diversity, commonality and baking skills. We want as many people as possible to come together to share and appreciate poetry, hearing the vibrant voices and stories in our community.

Everyone is welcome to attend, regardless of faith, whether it's your first or fifty-first time. We've always said, 'Everyone's a Batley Poet', and we haven't been proven wrong yet.

Although this is an Inter Faith Week poetry session, you can share poetry on any theme.…
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Celebration of Faith and Community

15-17 Russell Road, Ipswich, IP1 2DE. 14.30 – 16.30
The Mayor of Ipswich, Lynne Mortimer, invites you to a 'Celebration of Faith and Community' as part of Inter Faith Week UK. The gathering will feature short talks, poems, songs and dances from various different faiths.…
Empowering Youth Voices

Global Cooperation House, 65-69 Pound Lane, London, NW10 2HH. 16.00 – 18.00
We will hold discussions on inspiring leadership, refugee voices, the effects of social media and eco matters. This event is for young people of all faiths and none. The discussion will be followed by a light supper. …
- Assistance dogs permitted
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Ahmadiyya Muslim Association Leicester Peace Conference 2023. Theme: ’ Foundations of True Peace’

Baitul Ikram Mosque, 95 Avenue Road Extension, Clarendon, Leicester LE2 3EQ. 17.30 – 19.30
Annual Peace Conference of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Association Leicester 2023. Dignitaries and various guest speakers and a speaker from our community. Event ends with dinner. Theme for this year is: 'Foundations of True Peace'.…
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Why Inter Faith Action Matters

Catherine de Barns Community Hall, Hampton Lane, Solihull, B91 2TJ. 19.00 – 21.30
We will start with ‘bring and share’ refreshments followed by a short program of readings and reflections drawn from a variety of faiths. The reflections will all be related to the theme of “Peace”. We are hoping that representatives of different faiths will bring a reading or prayer and there will be a selection of texts available for others who may wish to read from other faiths not represented. 

The schedule for speakers/presentations is as follows: 

Welcoming Remarks: Vice-Chair, Solihull Faiths Forum

Why Inter-Faith Dialogue Matters: Mr. Kian Golestani, Baha’is of Solihull

Summary of World Parliament of Religions conference, Chicago 2023 on theme of ‘A Call to Conscience: Defending Freedom & Human Rights': Dr. Peter Rookes, Joint-Secretary, Birmingham Council of Faiths. Feel free to join us - all are welcome!…
Sunday 19 November
Noah’s Pudding Stockton-on-Tees

St. Peter's Church, A S I C House, 13 Yarm Road, Stockton-On-Tees, TS18 3PJ
St Peter's Church will host an Inter Faith Week event to bring people of all backgrounds together to hear the story of Noah's Pudding and eat delicious puddings.…
Peace Symposium and Lunch

Quaker Meeting House, 150 York Road, Uxbridge, UB8 1QW. 12.00 – 15.00
The Quakers and Ahmadiyya Muslims will be hosting an event to mark Inter Faith Week. There will be discussions and workshops on peace followed by a complimentary lunch.…
Faith, Family and our shared aspiration for Peace.

60 Weoley Park Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham, B29 6RB. 14.00 – 16.00
An event to reflect on peace and our aspirations for peace. The event will include refreshments and time to chat. …
Principles, Passion and Perseverance

Chesham Town Hall, Chesham, Buckinghamshire, HP5 1DS. 14.30 – 16.00
We will be inviting a panel of three Jewish, Christian and Muslim women to talk about their faith and the impact their faith has had on their lives and on society. After the presentations by the speakers, the audience will be invited to join small groups to discuss any questions raised by the panel discussion. This will be followed by a plenary session. All who are supportive of the aims of inter faith dialogue, building trust, friendship, and deepening understanding, are welcome to attend.…
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Monday 20 November
A Presentation on Multi-Faith Chaplaincy at Heathrow Airport

3 Pump Lane, Hayes UB3 3NB . 20.00 – 22.00
The Hayes Muslim Centre will be hosting a presentation on multi-faith chaplaincy at Heathrow Airport to mark Inter Faith Week.…
Tuesday 21 November
Inter Faith Week talk by HRH Prince Hassan of Jordan

. 9.00 – 10.30
To mark Inter Faith Week, the World Congress of Faiths will be hosting an online talk given by HRH Prince Hassan of Jordan.…
- Online activity
Stories and Poems from Different Cultures

Wesley Hall, Blackburn, BB2 1LQ. 11.30 – 14.00
Asylum seekers and refugees will share poems or stories from different cultures during our weekly drop-in. …
The Role of Inter-Religious Wisdom in Public Discourse

43 Lancaster Gate, London, W2 3NA. 18.00 – 21.00
We are thrilled to extend a warm invitation to you for the upcoming inter faith conference titled "The Role of Inter-Religious Wisdom in Public Discourse." This event promises to be an enlightening and enriching experience, and we would be honored to have your presence. The panel will include: Cllr. Canon Ann Easter (Councillor of the London Borough of Newham), Rev Dr Datto Sumana Siri (Buddhist Cardinal of U.K. & Europe), and Rev Dr David Hanna (Universal Peace Federation President).…
Tread Lightly on this Earth

60 Weoley Park Rd, Selly Oak, Birmingham, B29 6RB. 18.30 – 21.00
This event is Footstep's annual conference. We will explore how faith and belief can provide hope, motivation and inspiration during the climate crisis. We will also explore how Footsteps is incorporating faith teachings into our activities, and give examples of practical action. …
Thursday 23 November
Webinar on ‘Reflective Practices’

. 19.00 – 21.00
UKIYN EcoPeace Cafe special training session led by Greshma Pious Raju to equip attendees with the necessary knowledge and skills to engage in reflective practices that foster personal and professional growth, self-awareness and necessary critical thinking to learn from life experiences and actions. …
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Lecture

Holy Angels Church Hall, Wicker Lane, Hale Barns WA15 0HF.. 19.30 – 21.00
A lecture in memory of AIG founder Alf Keeling: "Who is my neighbour?" by Kevin Jaquiss, Methodist Church local preacher. It is about families arriving at Ashley Hotel in Hale in search of asylum, and what the local community are doing to support them.…
- Assistance dogs permitted
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Sunday 26 November
In Times Of Need, Where is Spirituality?

University of Surrey, Stag Hill, Guildford, GU2 7XH. 3.00 – 18.00
Join us for an event exploring the role of spirituality in challenging times. Registration and refreshments start from 2.30pm and the event begins at 3pm.

During this event, we will delve into the depths of spirituality and its significance when we face adversity. Through engaging talks and discussions, we aim to foster a deeper understanding of how spirituality can provide solace, guidance, and strength during times of need and putting this towards social action!

Our panel of speakers, comprised of spiritual leaders and experts, will share their insights and personal experiences. Our speakers include: Julie Siddiqi MBE; Dr Kishan Manocha; Gagandeep Singh; Rev Chris Richardson; Laura Marks CBE; Nishi Joshi-Bhatt (all profile details available on the Eventbrite link) and will be chaired by Lord Lieutenant of Surrey Michael More-Molyneux. You will have the opportunity to learn about various faith and multi faith initiatives to support people during times of need.

Whether you are from a faith community or not, if you are looking to explore ideas, or simply curious about the role of spirituality in challenging times, this event is for you. Be a part of this enriching experience that will…
Inter Faith Week Conference

Rik Medlik Building, University of Surrey, Guildford GU2 7XH. 14.30 – 19.00
Conference organised by Surrey Interfaith Forum with University Chaplaincy and the five Interfaith Forums in Surrey.
The title of the conference is "In time of Need, where is Spirituality?" Chaired by the Lord Lieutenant of Surrey, Michael More-Molyneux.
Speakers include Julie Siddiqi and Dr. Kishan Manocha. The event will include workshops and plenaries, and will finish with a packed dinner.
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Monday 27 November
Round Table on Faith and Spirituality

Essex Partnership University NHS FT Faith and Spirituality Network is organising a filmed roundtable discussion on Faith and Spirituality.…
- Online activity
Thursday 30 November
CTPSR Research Event

Centre for Trust, Peace And Social Relations Coventry University, Unit 5, Coventry Innovation Village, Cheetah Road, Coventry, CV1 2TL. 15.30 – 17.00
To mark Inter Faith Week, the Centre for Trust, Peace and Social Relations will be hosting an online webinar reflecting on the question of what universities can do to build relations across faith and identity. Presentations will be shared about the outcome of two Coventry Campus research projects.…
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Thursday 14 December
Inter Faith visit with Shri Rajrajeshwar Guruji

International Siddhashram Shakti Centre, 22 Palmerston Rd, Harrow HA3 7RR
Inter Faith visit with Shri Rajrajeshwar Guruji at International Siddhashram Shakti Centre…

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