UNITED RELIGIONS / GENEVA

Religion Diplomacy
International cooperation.
A shared responsibility
for peace.

A permanent platform for cooperation among religious leaders, communities and international partners — grounded in dignity, mutual respect and the independence of every tradition.

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01 / WHO WE ARE

Different traditions.
A common commitment.

United Religions is an organization dedicated to religious diplomacy. Its Statutes provide for it to act “in its capacity as an intergovernmental organization”, offering a platform for interreligious cooperation, interaction among states and the peaceful resolution of conflicts.

Statutes of 4 April 2019, Article 3, paragraph 3.

Our mission is to counter religiously motivated violence, strengthen mutual understanding and create opportunities for constructive interaction among religious communities, public institutions and international partners.

Cooperation respects each tradition’s doctrine, identity, internal structures and independence.

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UR / GAA meeting of minds.
A commitment to peace.FLAGSHIP INITIATIVE

A FORUM FOR LEADERSHIP AND COOPERATION

General Assembly
of World Religious Leaders

An initiative to convene religious leaders, heads of religious organizations, government representatives and international institutions.

Envisaged as an annual international forum, the Assembly will address peace, conflict prevention, religious diplomacy and humanitarian cooperation. United Religions invites interested institutions to contribute to preparatory consultations and the development of its agenda.

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02 / OUR PRIORITIES

Working together
where it matters.

Practical areas of cooperation that connect spiritual responsibility with international action.

Religious diplomacy

Direct communication among religious leaders, institutions and international partners to build trust and understanding.

Peace & conflict prevention

Encouraging peaceful resolution of differences and joint action against religious hatred and violence.

Human dignity & freedom

Respect for freedom of religion or belief and the dignity of people across communities and cultures.

Humanitarian cooperation

Identifying opportunities for solidarity, education and collaborative humanitarian initiatives.

Sacred & cultural heritage

Promoting respect for sacred places and the religious and cultural heritage of communities.

Research & education

Exchanging knowledge and developing cooperation in religious diplomacy, peacebuilding and mutual understanding.

LEADERSHIP

The Office
of the President.

Akif Gilalov

PRESIDENT OF UNITED RELIGIONS

Advancing religious diplomacy through mutual respect, constructive engagement and international cooperation.

The President’s Office welcomes institutional enquiries concerning the mission of United Religions, cooperation with religious and public institutions, and preparations for the General Assembly of World Religious Leaders.

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OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLE

Cooperation begins with respect.
Peace grows through responsibility.

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