URI Stories of Impact

Meet URI's new Executive Director, Karen Volker - As I step into my new role as URI’s first woman Executive Director, I want to acknowledge and highlight that I have joined a movement filled with remarkable individuals and organizations that harness collective strength to create meaningful impact—from local communities to the global stage.

United Religions Initiative (URI) is thrilled to announce three significant milestones in 2025, including a leadership transition.

Bridges Cooperation Circle in Europe organized a concert performance to Mark the UN World Interfaith Harmony Week (WIHW)

Equality for Training and Human Rights Cooperation Circle Celebrates World Interfaith Harmony Week in Madaba through Workshop and Mosaic Artwork.

Dialogue and Alliance CC members organised the 43rd Partage scriptural on the theme: ‘United by the Spirit to build peace’ 

Kuza Kipaji Organization, joined the Undugu Family Hope to mark World  Interfaith Harmony Week.

In the article "Peace Education and Interfaith Dialogue: Building Understanding Together," co-authors Heidi Rautionmaa and Geri Rautiainen explore the integration of peace education and interfaith dialogue in fostering mutual understanding.

The URI global network celebrates World Interfaith Harmony Week (WIHW) annually in diverse celebrations around the planet. Submit your event!

Submit your World Interfaith Harmony Week 2026 plans!