Dear friends and supporters,
We’re excited to share our September newsletter, filled with updates on the Dialogue Society’s recent activities and upcoming events.
In this issue, you’ll find:
- Recap of our “Prayers of Solidarity” gathering, held in response to the recent rise in racially motivated violence, and the “Remembering Srebrenica” event in Leicester, which focused on learning from past atrocities to prevent future ones.
- Highlights from our youth engagement programs including “Life of a Chickpea” presentation in Birmingham and a visit from a Danish group.
- News about our team’s achievements at the Voices in Britain Annual Conference.
- Information on the upcoming London to Brighton bike ride and the call for papers for the Journal of Dialogue Studies.
We hope you enjoy reading about our work and upcoming events. As always, thank you for your continued support of the Dialogue Society’s mission to foster understanding and dialogue across communities. If you’d like to stay connected and receive future updates, please subscribe to our newsletter. Feel free to share this newsletter with your friends and family who might be interested in our work. And if you’re able, please consider making a donation to support our programs and initiatives. Your generosity makes a difference!
Warm regards,
The Dialogue Society Team
Reading Community Picnic
We partnered with Reading Interfaith group and Reading Borough Council to hold a community picnic in Reading. It was opportunity to come together and spend a half day to learn about and meet with different faith groups. Thanks to our partners.
Danish Group Visits Dialogue Society
We were delighted to host a youth group from Denmark at our office, where they came to learn more about the work of the Dialogue Society. During their visit, we presented some of our key projects, including Life of a Chickpea, Talking Bubble, Community Events, and the Journal of Dialogue Studies.
A big thank you to the Denmark Dialogue team for their visit. Here’s to more meaningful dialogue in the future!
Life of a Chickpea at Nelson Mandela School in Birmingham
We had a wonderful Life of a Chickpea presentation at Nelson Mandela School in Birmingham! Year 5 and 6 students enjoyed the story. Special thanks to Mindy Bell from University of Birmingham and Hafiz Nasser Khan from Qadriyah Mosque for their insights.
Prayers of Solidarity
In light of the recent tragic events and the distressing rise in racially motivated violence and division within our community, we believe it is essential to come together in solidarity and prayer via Zoom.
We hosted a Prayers of Solidarity gathering on Sunday, 11th August 2024, at 2 PM. This was a time for us to stand united, offer support to one another, and reaffirm our commitment to building a more inclusive and compassionate society. We received wonderful feedback from faith representatives and extend our thanks to speakers specially Joe Moffatt who chaired the session.
Thanks to the Dialogue Society for providing such a sustaining event this afternoon and to you for inviting my contribution. Hearing and learning from other faith traditions was, as ever, deeply enriching.
Louise Gordon
Community Breakfast with the Manchester Scriptural Reasoning Group
The Newcastle Scriptural Reasoning Group enjoyed a warm and engaging breakfast with the Manchester Scriptural Reasoning Group, fostering connections and sharing experiences. The day continued with a memorable tour of Manchester, highlighted by a visit to the iconic Manchester Cathedral. This gathering strengthened the bond between the two groups, leaving everyone eager for future collaborations.
Conversation with Dialogue Society Youth Volunteers
Dialogue Society’s director Sadik Cinar talked to some of our young volunteers about the Dialogue Society’s activities and how they can get involved with our events and activities.
“Remembering Srebrenica” Event
Our Leicester Branch had a “Remembering Srebrenica” event. We were honoured to have a genocide expert and a survivor of the Bosnian genocide who shared their invaluable insights and experiences. The core of the event was the reflective discussion on the stages of genocide, which prompted thoughtful dialogue and raised important questions.
VOICES Awards
Dialogue Society team has won 3 awards from Voices in Britain Annual Conference held in Oxford. Well done team!
Scriptual Reasoning
Our volunteers attended a scriptural reasoning in Liverpool.
From Our Team
Forthcoming
Call for Papers for Journal of Dialogue Studies 2024, Volume 12
The Journal of Dialogue Studies, invites papers that explore the ways in which political populisms affect our world by drawing on insights from various dialogue theories and dialogue practices.
London to Brighton Cycle Ride
Join us for London to Brighton Cycle Ride on 15h September 2024. Covering 55 miles, this event supports the Dialogue Society in partnership with the Time to Help UK.
Youth in Politics: The Importance of Networking
This training series aims to empower young individuals in politics by highlighting the critical importance of networking. Networking is an essential skill that enables young politicians to build meaningful connections, gain access to valuable resources, and exchange ideas with peers and mentors.