Organizing Interfaith Events: Strategies for Inclusive Engagement and Sustainable Impact
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Article | NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies
Year: 2025
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-int-fr-dg-06
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About the Article
This article explores strategies for organizing interfaith events that foster inclusivity, respect, and long-term cooperation. It highlights essential planning elements such as diverse committees, appropriate venues, budgeting, and balanced programming. Practical considerations—including logistics, outreach, and cultural sensitivity—are analyzed alongside evaluation frameworks for measuring impact. Case studies from global initiatives, including the Parliament of the World’s Religions and Interfaith Youth Core, illustrate how inclusive design and careful organization can transform events into platforms for sustained dialogue and collaboration. The article concludes with recommendations for both in-person and virtual formats, offering practitioners and academics a comprehensive guide to building impactful interfaith gatherings.
Key Topics
- Planning and preparation for interfaith events
- Inclusivity and cultural sensitivity
- Outreach and promotion strategies
- Evaluation and long-term impact
- Case studies of global initiatives
- Virtual interfaith engagement
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Organizing Interfaith Events: Strategies for Inclusive Engagement and Sustainable Impact. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-sc-md-mt-06
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