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KAICIID The International Dialogue Centre (KAICIID) The Centre also combats all forms of discrimination based on culture, religion or belief.

KAICIID is an intergovernmental organization whose mandate is to promote the use of dialogue globally to prevent and resolve conflict, to enhance understanding and cooperation. KAICIID’s mandate is to foster dialogue among people of different religions and cultures to build bridges and instil mutual respect. Intercultural and interreligious dialogue helps build communities’ resistance against prejudice, strengthens social cohesion, supports conflict prevention, and can serve to preserve peace. As an international organization, KAICIID supports the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, in particular the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion. We implement programmes to overcome stereotypes in a long-term process that leads to a culture of dialogue that enables greater understanding of people of other cultures and followers of other religions.

Join us on 4 December 2025 at 14:00 (Lisbon/UTC) for our next Women’s Voices Webinar Series session:Unyielding Voices: F...
27/11/2025

Join us on 4 December 2025 at 14:00 (Lisbon/UTC) for our next Women’s Voices Webinar Series session:
Unyielding Voices: From Conflict Zones to Digital Frontlines – Faith in Action for the Women, Peace and Security Agenda
Across the world, women peacebuilders and faith actors continue to lead with courage, on the ground and online. This webinar will explore their critical role in advancing the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda, addressing online harms, and fostering safer, more resilient communities.
Secure your spot and be part of this powerful conversation:
Register here: https://www.kaiciid.org/events/webinars/unyielding-voices-conflict-zones-digital-frontlines-faith-action-women-peace-and

Today joins the global 16 Days of Activism campaign with Unyielding Voices From Conflict Zones to Digital Frontlines.T...
25/11/2025

Today joins the global 16 Days of Activism campaign with Unyielding Voices From Conflict Zones to Digital Frontlines.

The campaign looks to glimpses of the experiences of women from KAICIID’s affiliated platforms such as our Fellows and our networks who work for and in their communities and highlights the role of religious and traditional actors in ending gender based violence.

Their remind us that prevention starts with listening learning and acting together. And their words remind us that change begins when those who are often unheard are given space to lead. Every voice raised makes another space safer.



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🌍 KAICIID joined global leaders, policymakers, and experts in 🇹🇳On 17 November, Ambassador António de Almeida Ribeiro,...
25/11/2025

🌍 KAICIID joined global leaders, policymakers, and experts in 🇹🇳

On 17 November, Ambassador António de Almeida Ribeiro, the Acting Secretary General, represented at the International Symposium on “Strengthening the Role of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) in Promoting International Peace and Security,” hosted at the Diplomatic Academy by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of , in cooperation with and .

Bringing together more than 100 ambassadors, diplomats, policymakers, academics, and experts, the symposium explored how civilizational diplomacy, intercultural dialogue, and stronger multilateral cooperation can advance peace and collective resilience.

The discussions contributed to the ongoing preparations for the 11th UNAOC Global Forum ( , December 2025) and offered a valuable platform for exchanging insights and best practices among international stakeholders.

Through its engagement in global platforms, KAICIID remains dedicated to fostering , strengthening mutual understanding, countering , and supporting collaborative pathways for sustainable .

📍 Abuja, Nigeria📅 24–27 November 2025📚 Ethics Education Fellowship ProgrammeThis week, KAICIID is proud to co-host the E...
25/11/2025

📍 Abuja, Nigeria
📅 24–27 November 2025
📚 Ethics Education Fellowship Programme
This week, KAICIID is proud to co-host the Ethics Education Fellowship Workshop in partnership with IDFP – Interfaith Dialogue Forum for Peace and Arigatou International. Bringing together 23 dedicated educators from religious schools, IDP camp settings, and basic schools across Nigeria, the workshop focuses on one essential goal: fostering ethics education, safe and empowering learning spaces for children and educators alike.
During the opening, Malaz Yousif, KAICIID Program Officer for Africa, emphasized the power of ethics education to nurture dignity, dialogue, and resilience, particularly in communities shaped by displacement and uncertainty.
“At a time when children are being kidnapped from the very places meant to protect them, we must recommit to ensuring our classrooms are sanctuaries, places of vigilance, trust and compassion.”
A heartfelt thanks to our partners and participants for walking this journey with us. Together, we can transform not only classrooms, but lives.

25/11/2025

🎓 Dialogue Journalism Fellowship – Message from the Acting Secretary-General

The Acting Secretary-General of KAICIID, Ambassador António de Almeida Ribeiro, delivers an inspiring message to the of the Fellowship, affirming that graduation is not the end of the journey, but the beginning of a path where create impact through truthful and responsible .

📹 Watch the full message in the video.

🎓 Graduation of the “Dialogue Journalism” Programme in , 🇯🇴Under the patronage of H.E. Mohammad Al-Momani, Minister o...
24/11/2025

🎓 Graduation of the “Dialogue Journalism” Programme in , 🇯🇴
Under the patronage of H.E. Mohammad Al-Momani, Minister of Government Communications

The Fellowship concluded its training workshop in with a ceremony celebrating fellows from across the .

Over four intensive days, participants engaged in professional discussions, practical exercises, and hands-on sessions on responsible and integrating tools into media coverage.

Graduation certificates were presented by:
— H.E. Mohammad Al-Momani, Minister of Government Communications
— Dr. Amr Ben Amer, Director of Hayat–Rased Center
— Waseem Haddad, Senior Programme Manager for the at the International Dialogue Centre – KAICIID

In his remarks, KAICIID’s Senior Programme Manager underscored that responsible is an that upholds , counters polarization, and strengthens . He highlighted the importance of conflict-sensitive in today’s rapidly evolving landscape.

This graduation marks a new milestone in the “Dialogue Journalism” journey.

Fellows now return to their institutions with new tools, deeper insight, and a stronger ability to produce content that , , and fosters

🎓 Congratulations to all graduates — ambassadors of responsible journalism across the Arab region.


KAICIID at the G20 Interfaith Forum (IF20) | “Ubuntu in Action: Focus on Vulnerable Communities” – , 🇿🇦As the G20 Lea...
24/11/2025

KAICIID at the G20 Interfaith Forum (IF20) | “Ubuntu in Action: Focus on Vulnerable Communities” – , 🇿🇦

As the G20 Leaders’ Summit (22–23 November) concludes, we take this moment to highlight KAICIID’s contribution to one of the key parallel engagement platforms — the G20 (IF20).

Held in Cape Town from 10–14 August 2025, IF20 brought together , development institutions, , and civil society partners to explore shared solutions for vulnerable communities under the theme “Ubuntu in Action.”

KAICIID contributed to the high-level panel “Strategies for Action: Linking Communities and Global Agendas.”
In a recorded message, the Acting Secretary-General, Ambassador António de Almeida Ribeiro, highlighted the essential role of , trust-building, and inclusive partnerships in strengthening , coordination, and progress on the .

The session convened leading global actors — including the World Economic Forum, , Alliance for Safer Communities, the World Bank, the Development Bank, and the Joint Learning Initiative — who shared practical models demonstrating how religious engagement can support development and humanitarian systems.

✨ KAICIID’s key message:
“Let us not only convene around goals — let’s build coalitions rooted in trust.”

Advancing Dialogue Skills | ELU Champions Training – Session 3On 18 November, the Champions gathered for an energising...
24/11/2025

Advancing Dialogue Skills | ELU Champions Training – Session 3

On 18 November, the Champions gathered for an energising third session focused on practical skills, real case studies, and honest reflections on what it takes to lead in complex environments.

The session opened with an immersive segment on facilitation skills and active listening, led by Elena Dini, offering participants hands-on tools to navigate challenging conversations with clarity and confidence.

Participants then explored inspiring / initiatives presented by Fellows, including:
• Ayu Kartika Dewi – Ruang Riung initiative
• Genti Kruja – Integrating KAICIID’s e-learning courses into the Studies curriculum at Beder University
• Azmaira Alibhai – Work through the Women Network

The session closed with a thought-provoking panel featuring Tiago Masrour and Deodat Persaud, who reflected on:
✨ Persistent misconceptions around /
✨ Defining moments that shaped their journeys
✨ Advice for newcomers entering the field
✨ Essential skills when trust is low or tensions rise
✨ Recurring challenges in creating inclusive spaces — and ways to address them

Each session continues to strengthen a growing community of champions dedicated to fostering understanding, trust, and cooperation across differences 🤝🌍

🌍 KAICIID participated in the Beirut 🇱🇧International Conference on and Dialogue for Sustainability, held on 25 Last ...
21/11/2025

🌍 KAICIID participated in the Beirut 🇱🇧International Conference on and Dialogue for Sustainability, held on 25 Last month at USEK.

The Senior Programme Manager for the Region contributed to the panel “Diplomacy and : Policy Pathways to Sustainable .” The discussion brought together , , academics, and civil-society organisations to explore how can strengthen resilience, sustainability, and efforts.

📸 Photos include moments from the opening ceremony and the panel session.

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Key Insight:

“The issue is not that dialogue is slow; it is whether it is designed for emergency use. When dialogue is integrated into governance, it becomes fast enough to prevent crises — not just respond to them.”

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Advancing Dialogue Skills | ELU Champions Training – Session 2earlier this month, the Champions continued their learni...
20/11/2025

Advancing Dialogue Skills | ELU Champions Training – Session 2

earlier this month, the Champions continued their learning journey with an energising session dedicated to strengthening facilitation and design skills.

The workshop opened with an interactive exercise led by Elena Dini, with the support of Emina Frljak and Benjamin Kamine, who modelled effective in action. Participants then moved into breakout rooms, where they practised applying these techniques with real-time observation and feedback.

In the second part of the session, the group explored the core components of dialogue design, followed by a practical segment on and .

As part of the Fellowship (DJF) – Cohort 2025, fellows participated in an enriching field visit to the of , designe...
18/11/2025

As part of the Fellowship (DJF) – Cohort 2025, fellows participated in an enriching field visit to the of , designed to connect practice with real-world .

During the visit, participants engaged with faculty members, students, and to deepen their understanding of the challenges and opportunities related to , , and responsible reporting.

This experience enabled fellows to explore how can play a meaningful role in strengthening understanding between diverse communities and countering harmful narratives 🤝.

The field visit remains a key component of the Fellowship’s commitment to developing journalists who report with , , and a -centred approach.

🌿 On the Occasion of the International Day for – 16 NovemberThe Platform for Dialogue and Cooperation between Leader...
16/11/2025

🌿 On the Occasion of the International Day for – 16 November

The Platform for Dialogue and Cooperation between Leaders and Institutions in the World reaffirms its commitment to promoting , mutual respect, and as essential foundations for and societies.
As the umbrella for -focused programmes and across the , the Platform contributes to the broader efforts of to foster understanding and cooperation among diverse communities.

📄 Please browse the two attached pages to read the full statement.



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