We had a phenomenal, powerful opportunity to learn from each other across so many different divides, and realize that there was a vision that united … - Azza Karam

I think that misperceptions are always going to be part of our lives. I also think that diversity is meant to be our key challenge in life.

This is a convening place in which those who speak in the name of people’s religions come together regularly to assess issues of national concern and to rally and mobilise around shared well-being. This is, especially in today’s contexts, a space of light.

In the future, I want us to work against gang violence in Latin America, and with issues related to indigenous peoples and slavery. These are areas where Religions for Peace must do something. Because therein are the deepest wounds of many people today.