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# Interfaith Scotland

Making a difference through dialogue

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- [Statement of Solidarity](https://interfaithscotland.org/statement-of-solidarity) - The Scottish Government's Faith and Belief Representatives' Group statement of solidarity with racially minoritised communities following recent incidents. The Scottish Government's Faith and Belief Representatives' Group expresses deep concern over the recent targeting of racially minoritised communities. While Scotland is widely celebrated as a welcoming, multicultural nation that embraces diversity, it is not immune from
- [Apply to be on Interfaith Scotland's National Interfaith Youth Advisory Board](https://interfaithscotland.org/youth) - We are looking for young people aged 18-30 from a range of faith and belief backgrounds to form our new youth board. Apply online!
- [We’re hiring: Education and Development Officer](https://interfaithscotland.org/hiring-education-development-officer) - We're looking for an Education and Development Officer to plan and deliver interfaith projects and events across Scotland with a focus on schools, universities and Scottish Interfaith Week. Are you passionate about working together with people of faith for a just and inclusive Scotland? Submit your CV with cover letter to admin@interfaithscotland.org by 5pm on
- [Holocaust Memorial Day 2026 in Scotland](https://interfaithscotland.org/holocaust-memorial-day-2026-in-scotland) - Local interfaith groups and faith communities across Scotland are hosting events to mark Holocaust Memorial Day 2026: find an event near you. The theme for Holocaust Memorial Day 2026, 'Bridging Generations', is a call-to-action. A reminder that the responsibility of remembrance doesn't end with the survivors - it lives on through their children, their grandchildren
- [Retirement of Interfaith Scotland Director and Appointment of Interim Director](https://interfaithscotland.org/retirement-director) - After 23 years at Interfaith Scotland our amazing Director Dr Maureen Sier retired in December 2025. Maureen has been an incredible leader and guiding light for Scotland's interfaith community. We cannot thank her enough for what she has given over the years and we wish her all the best with her retirement. On her retirement,
- [Interfaith Scotland events for Scottish Interfaith Week 2025](https://interfaithscotland.org/interfaith-scotland-events-for-scottish-interfaith-week-2025) - We are excited to be celebrating Scottish Interfaith Week this November (2-9) with some exciting events. Our main event is the Our Future: Conference with Young People, with First Minister John Swinney in attendance. We will also be hosting an open day at our new office in Bridgeton and an Interfaith Conversation Café in Perth
- [Interfaith Scotland wins Charity of the Year 2025 🎉](https://interfaithscotland.org/winner-of-charity-of-the-year-2025) - Interfaith Scotland won Scottish Charity of the Year at the Scottish Charity Awards presented by SCVO on Thursday 19th June, 2025.
- [We're hiring: Director](https://interfaithscotland.org/hiring-director) - We are looking for Interfaith Scotland's next Director! Are you passionate about working together with people of faith for a just and inclusive Scotland? Submit your CV with cover letter to admin@interfaithscotland.org by 5pm on 21/04. You can find full details about the role on GoodMoves. Job Summary The Director is the key management leader
- [First Minister John Swinney on Scottish Interfaith Week 2024](https://interfaithscotland.org/first-minister-john-swinney-on-scottish-interfaith-week-2024) - First Minister John Swinney shares his thoughts on the importance of Scottish Interfaith Week and celebrating Scotland’s diversity. "As it has done for 20 years, Scottish Interfaith Week brings people from across Scotland together. To recognise and better understand the important role our faith communities play in cultivating a diverse, inclusive and cohesive society. "The
- [Director at Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Samoa](https://interfaithscotland.org/director-at-commonwealth-heads-of-government-meeting-in-samoa) - Our Director Dr Maureen Sier will be in Apia, Samoa, for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting this month. The Meeting takes place 21-26 October, 2024, and will be the first CHOGM to be held in a Pacific Small Island Developing State. Dr Sier will be co-organising two interfaith services during the conference and supporting
- [Interfaith Scotland events for Scottish Interfaith Week 2024](https://interfaithscotland.org/interfaith-scotland-events-for-scottish-interfaith-week-2024) - We are excited to be celebrating 20 years of Scottish Interfaith Week this November (11th-18th). Our main event is the National Interfaith Conference in Dundee of which anyone is welcome to sign up to attend. We will also be hosting a Conversation Café in Dundee and the launch of Inverclyde Interfaith in Greenock. We will
- [Statement on the ongoing tension and violence in the UK](https://interfaithscotland.org/statement-on-the-ongoing-tension-and-violence-in-the-uk) - We have been shocked and horrified by the acts of violence that have been committed in recent days. Attacks on people seeking asylum, anti-Muslim hatred, and destruction of places of worship have no place in our society. We stand in solidarity with all those who have been targeted over the past few days, and our
- [Interfaith Scotland Launches Poetry Book](https://interfaithscotland.org/interfaith-scotland-launches-poetry-book) - Interfaith Scotland was honoured to work with the Scottish Poetry Library to create a beautiful anthology of poems.
- [Scottish Faith Leaders Unite for Climate Action](https://interfaithscotland.org/scottish-faith-leaders-unite-for-climate-action) - Interfaith Scotland Director Dr Maureen Sier and board member Srihari Vallabhajousula were honoured to sign the Scottish faith leaders’ statement on action to tackle climate change in Scotland last week.
- [Hiring: Administrative Assistant](https://interfaithscotland.org/hiring-administrative-assistant) - We are looking for an experienced Administrative Assistant to support the general running of Interfaith Scotland.
- [Courageous Conversations: Nurturing Community Relations in Light of the Middle East](https://interfaithscotland.org/courageous-conversations-nurturing-community-relations-in-light-of-the-middle-east) - In recognition of the alarming recent rise in antisemitism and Islamophobia and the great strain placed on interfaith relations by the devastating events in the Middle East, Interfaith Glasgow and Interfaith Scotland delivered the first in a series of difficult but important dialogues last week (January 2024).
- [Delay to Scotland’s Climate Change Plan: Letter to First Minister](https://interfaithscotland.org/delay-to-scotlands-climate-change-plan) - Letter to First Minister of Scotland from the Interfaith Climate Justice Scotland Working Group to express concern about delays to Scotland's new Climate Change Plan.
- [Courageous Conversations: Nurturing Community Relations in Light of Events in the Middle East](https://interfaithscotland.org/courageous-conversations-nurturing-community-relations-in-light-of-events-in-the-middle-east) - We recently held the second meeting in this series of carefully facilitated dialogues with Jews, Muslims and Christians – in recognition of the alarming recent rise in antisemitism and Islamophobia and the great strain placed on interfaith relations by the devastating events in the Middle East.
- [Holocaust Memorial Day 2024 - Events in Scotland](https://interfaithscotland.org/holocaust-memorial-day-2024-events-in-scotland) - Holocaust Memorial Day on 27 January is the day to remember the millions of people murdered in the Holocaust, under Nazi Persecution, and in the genocides which followed in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia, and Darfur. Organisations across Scotland will host events in memorial.
- [First Minister Humza Yousaf on Community and Scottish Interfaith Week](https://interfaithscotland.org/first-minister-humza-yousaf-on-community-and-scottish-interfaith-week) - First Minister of Scotland Humza Yousaf highlights the hard work, creativity and unity of Scotland's faith communities and the power of Scottish Interfaith Week in latest message.
- [Celebrating Community: Scottish Interfaith Week 2023](https://interfaithscotland.org/celebrating-community-scottish-interfaith-week-2023) - Scottish Interfaith Week is an accessible and exciting way to learn more about the communities around us and befriend our neighbours.
- [FM Open Letter to Scotland's Faith and Belief Communities](https://interfaithscotland.org/fm-open-letter-to-scotlands-faith-and-belief-communities) - We were delighted to read First Minister Humza Yousaf's letter to Scotland's faith and belief communities, citing the importance of interfaith relations: "I also believe that interfaith dialogue and collaboration contributes significantly to healing divisions, promoting community cohesion, and harnessing the power of compassion to create a fairer Scotland for everyone." Read full article: FM-Open-Letter-to-All-of-Scotlands-Faith-and-Belief-Communities-April-2023Download
- [Prayers for the Planet and for COP27](https://interfaithscotland.org/prayers-for-the-planet-and-for-cop27) - Interfaith Scotland is honoured to partner with the Interfaith Liaison Committee to the UNFCCC to encourage a global prayer campaign - Prayers for the Planet and for COP27.
- [Faith Communities Send Open Letter to COP26 President](https://interfaithscotland.org/open-letter-to-cop26-president) - Scottish faith communities have sent a letter to COP26 President Alok Sharma calling on him to demonstrate what the Presidency has been doing to honour the Glasgow Pact commitments.
- [World Interfaith Harmony Week 2022](https://interfaithscotland.org/world-interfaith-harmony-week-2022) - To celebrate World Interfaith Harmony Week 2022, Interfaith Scotland partnered with two local interfaith groups that were set up by and for women: Edinburgh Women’s Interfaith Group and Women of Faith and Community (Glasgow) to organise a pilgrimage to places of worship in Glasgow on 3rd February.
- [Scottish Interfaith Week 2021](https://interfaithscotland.org/scottish-interfaith-week-2021) - Scottish Interfaith Week 2021 was a great success. We developed an exciting programme of hybrid events, over 75 in total, and hosted our most successful launch event to date. The media coverage we received this year was exceptional, with over 20 news articles from publications around the world, and features in radio, blogs and film.
- [Tackling Hate Together](https://interfaithscotland.org/tackling-hate-together) - Dr Maureen Sier, Interfaith Scotland 'Tackling Hate Together' seems like an odd title for a blog by an interfaith activist, but there is no doubt in my mind that by building good relations between the diverse faith traditions of Scotland we are effectively creating a culture of inclusivity and peace. A fair percentage of the
- [Glasgow Multi-Faith Declaration for COP26](https://interfaithscotland.org/glasgow-multi-faith-declaration-for-cop26) - Scottish and UK religious leaders have signed a declaration calling on governments to take transformational climate action at COP26.
- [World Interfaith Harmony Week 2021](https://interfaithscotland.org/world-interfaith-harmony-week-2021) - Find out about our events and activities for World Interfaith Harmony Week 2021, including our Interfaith Buddies event and Beyond Climate Crisis panels.
- [World Interfaith Harmony Week 2020](https://interfaithscotland.org/world-interfaith-harmony-week-2020) - For World Interfaith Harmony Week we held four events with a wide range of audiences to try to understand what causes hatred and to explore how together can we overcome it and grow to ‘love God and our neighbours’ more deeply. We will not be Prisoners of Hate On 3rd February 2020 a delegation
- [Scottish Interfaith Week 2020](https://interfaithscotland.org/scottish-interfaith-week-2020) - For the first time ever, Scottish Interfaith Week was hosted entirely online in 2020. Despite the challenges of going digital, the Interfaith Scotland team were thrilled with the idea of using the internet to open doors for more people to engage with interfaith dialogue and build connections regardless of location. With the hard work of
- [Volunteer Training Day](https://interfaithscotland.org/volunteer-training-day) - Interfaith Scotland held a Volunteers Training Day on 21st October at our Dialogue Centre for potential volunteers to find out more about our work, what volunteering opportunities are available, and to look more closely at what is involved in volunteering on our ‘Faith to Faith’ schools programme. If you didn't make it to the training
- [Scottish Interfaith Week Creative  Competition 2019](https://interfaithscotland.org/scottish-interfaith-week-creative-competition-2019) - To celebrate Scottish Interfaith Week 2019 which is taking place from 10th – 17th November, Interfaith Scotland is looking for budding artists to take part in our ‘Eat Share Love’ competition. There is a top prize of £50 and winning entries will have their work displayed at the launch of Scottish Interfaith Week in Perth
- [Scotland’s Holocaust Memorial Day Ceremony 2021](https://interfaithscotland.org/holocaust-memorial-day-2021) - Scotland's Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) Ceremony 2021 was like no other. For the first time in the history of HMD, we organised a fully virtual ceremony aimed at Scottish secondary school pupils.
- [Youth Strategy Consultation](https://interfaithscotland.org/youth-strategy-consultation) - Interfaith Scotland held a consultation on the Scottish Government’s Youth Strategy for 2020 on Monday 21st October at our Dialogue Centre at Flemington House, Glasgow. Young people, youth workers and volunteers had the opportunity to make their voices heard on how the rights and needs of young people from different faiths and cultural backgrounds can be
- [Religious leaders in Scotland call for immediate climate action](https://interfaithscotland.org/religious-leaders-call-for-immediate-climate-action) - The Scottish Religious Leaders Forum have signed a Statement of Commitment calling for transformational change in our personal lives, communities, economies and governments, in the face of climate change.
- [What does a national interfaith organisation do?](https://interfaithscotland.org/what-does-a-national-interfaith-organisation-do) - Two weeks ago I blogged about what local interfaith groups in Scotland are doing. Today I’m telling a bit more about what Interfaith Scotland as a national interfaith organisation is doing. The obvious differences between the local interfaith groups and Interfaith Scotland is the area they are working in (Interfaith Scotland in the whole of
- [Interfaith Scotland plant 20 trees to celebrate 20th Anniversary – ‘the World Interfaith Harmony Grove’](https://interfaithscotland.org/interfaith-scotland-plant-20-trees-to-celebrate-20th-anniversary-the-world-interfaith-harmony-grove) - Everyone should be acutely aware of the Scottish Government’s acknowledgement and response to the Climate Emergency, to which Interfaith Scotland strongly felt the need to respond to in a productive way. Interfaith Scotland has purchased a Grove of Trees in the Scottish Highlands under the Trees for Life scheme and named the Grove The World
- [Pittsburgh, Christchurch and Sri Lanka - where do we go from here?](https://interfaithscotland.org/pittsburgh-christchurch-and-sri-lanka-where-do-we-go-from-here) - On October 27th 2018, we cried for Pittsburgh (11 people killed from the Jewish community) On March 15th 2019, our hearts bled for Christchurch (50 people killed from the Muslim community) On Easter Sunday 2019, we couldn’t believe the news as it came out of Sri Lanka (253 people killed from the Christian community) All
- [Holocaust Memorial Day 2019](https://interfaithscotland.org/holocaust-memorial-day-2019) - Holocaust Memorial Day is a day of remembrance for the millions of people murdered in the Holocaust, under Nazi Persecution, and in the genocides which followed in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia, and Darfur. The theme this year was ‘Torn from Home’. Torn from home encouraged people to reflect on how the enforced loss of a safe
- [Youth News 2018](https://interfaithscotland.org/youth-news-2018) - Youth Conference Interfaith Scotland’s national youth conference was held at the University of St Andrews on 21st April 2018. The conference was planned by a team of young people from different faiths from the University of St Andrews student-led Coexistence Initiative. The young people chose the theme ‘Radicalisation and Reconciliation’ and met regularly to plan
- [Networking Seminar for Local Interfaith Groups](https://interfaithscotland.org/networking-seminar-for-local-interfaith-groups) - The annual national networking seminar for local interfaith groups took place on 15th August 2018. There were presentations from local groups about their activities of the past year including Edinburgh Women’s Interfaith Group, the Abrahamic Roots Group, Inverness Interfaith Group, Fife Interfaith Group, East Renfrewshire Faith Forum and Aberdeen Interfaith Group. The development officer Frances
- [A Week of Inclusive Youth Work in Romania!](https://interfaithscotland.org/a-week-of-inclusive-youth-work-in-romania) - The inclusive youth work project included youth workers and staff from diverse organisations learning about cultural inclusivity in Finland; LGBTQI+ inclusivity in Slovenia; disability inclusivity in Portugal and Roma inclusivity in Romania. Additional to the training experiences Interfaith Scotland has worked in partnership with the countries involved in the project to produce a website and
- [Religious Leaders of Scotland](https://interfaithscotland.org/religious-leaders-of-scotland) - Since 2002 the religious leaders of Scotland have been meeting faithfully twice a year. They have met in venues across Scotland, most often in faith community buildings. In the 17 years since they first came together, in Dunblane, they have discussed wide ranging topics; have supported each other in times of crisis; have encouraged their
- [Connecting Generations Art Competition](https://interfaithscotland.org/news-updates-connecting-generations-art-competition) - To celebrate Scottish Interfaith Week 2018, Interfaith Scotland held a creative competition looking for budding artists and writers to take part in our Connecting Generations art competition. The competition was divided into three categories – Primary School, Secondary School and a Community Prize for those of all generations to take part. Over a hundred people
- [Women's Interfaith Dialogue Event](https://interfaithscotland.org/news-updates) - Interfaith Scotland organises dialogue events for women of all faiths and none in locations across Scotland giving an opportunity to meet people from different communities and engage in spiritually uplifting conversations. We organised an ‘Interfaith Afternoon Tea’ on Tuesday 30th October in Dunfermline. The theme for the dialogue was ‘Health and Wellbeing for Body and Soul’.
- [Religious Leaders](https://interfaithscotland.org/religious-leaders) - A blog post by Simon Wiegand, former international intern: On Wednesday Adama Dieng, the UN Secretary-General's Special Adviser for the Prevention of Genocide, visited Interfaith Scotland for a dialogue event. He presented the UN’s “Plan of Action for the Prevention of Genocide”. In the dialogue he realised that a lot of good practise that he
- [Annual General Meeting and Public Talk](https://interfaithscotland.org/annual-general-meeting-and-public-talk) - Over 50 people attended the annual public talk this year which was given by Reverend Dr Kathy Galloway and focussed on ‘Faith in Gender Justice’. Kathy Galloway is a practical theologian, activist and writer. She was ordained as a minister of the Church of Scotland in 1977, and was Head of Christian Aid Scotland between
- [Editorial - Newsletter 2018](https://interfaithscotland.org/editorial-newsletter-2018) - Interfaith Scotland has successfully secured funding to engage more young people in interfaith dialogue. Involving young people in Interfaith Scotland has long been a dream of ours and I am thrilled to announce this news! Our success in engaging with young people during 2017 has no doubt assisted in securing this funding. With Scotland’s Year

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- [Home](https://interfaithscotland.org/) - Upcoming Events in 2026 15 July 2026 Interfaith Scotland BookclubJoin us for our regular Interfaith Scotland Bookclub. Our pick for July 2026 is: ‘Women Without Men’ by Shahrnush Parsipur. The book club is open to those who have not read the book and want to learn more; however, we do encourage you to read the
- [Events](https://interfaithscotland.org/news/events) - Upcoming eventsPast eventsUpcoming events 15 July 2026 Interfaith Scotland BookclubJoin us for our regular Interfaith Scotland Bookclub. Our pick for July 2026 is: ‘Women Without Men’ by Shahrnush Parsipur. The book club is open to those who have not read the book and want to learn more; however, we do encourage you to read the
- [Events 2025](https://interfaithscotland.org/news/events/events-2025) - 26 January 2025 Holocaust Memorial Day Service at GordonstounWe are supporting a special service at Gordonstoun School in honour of Holocaust Memorial Day. We will be honouring the memory and achievements of Gordonstoun founder Kurt Hahn with the unveiling of a plaque by The Association of Jewish Refugees (AJR). The service will mark his courage
- [Climate action resources](https://interfaithscotland.org/climate-action-resources) - COP26 took place at the Scottish Event Campus (SEC) in Glasgow from 1st – 12th November 2021. Leaders and environmental organisations from across the globe discussed urgent actions to address the climate crisis. In recognition of this, Interfaith Scotland announced a ‘Year of Climate Action‘ in 2021. Protecting the environment is a key message in the
- [Publications](https://interfaithscotland.org/resources/publications) - Explore our publications to find out more about interfaith work in Scotland. Feel free to download and share these resources. So You Want to Start an Interfaith Book Club - A Guide Understanding and Supporting the Needs of People of Diverse Religions and Beliefs in Scotland A Guide to Faith Communities in Scotland Belief in
- [Who we are](https://interfaithscotland.org/about-us/who-we-are) - Our StaffOur BoardMembersOur StaffOur Staff Frances HumeInterim DirectorDeveloping and managing the organisation’s strategic business plan. Managing staff members and liaising with the board of directors and members. Hosting events, conferences and meetings with local and national organisations and public bodies.Else KekFinance, Office and Operations ManagerManaging the daily running of the office, projects, and dealing with
- [Films](https://interfaithscotland.org/resources/videos) - The following films have been created by Interfaith Scotland. Please feel free to share these films and use them as a resource for community groups, schools, and more. Ghosts of Interfaith Scotland (Past, Present and Future):Annual Interfaith Lecture by Dr Maureen Sier Interfaith Scotland Dr Maureen Sier delivered 2025's Annual Interfaith Lecture and reflected on
- [Youth and Schools](https://interfaithscotland.org/resources/youth-and-schools) - A full range of resources for schools can be found at the link below, including information on: Talks with trained speakers of different faiths Interfaith Dialogue activities Training for teachers Interfaith Scotland Workshops in Schools Scottish Interfaith Week Resources Scottish Interfaith Week takes place in November each year and provides an opportunity for youth
- [Training](https://interfaithscotland.org/get-involved/training) - At Interfaith Scotland, we have extensive experience of providing engaging and interactive training to a wide range of audiences. Our courses consistently receive outstanding feedback, and are excellent value for money. We are happy to provide our training courses in-person at your venue, or online via Zoom. Training reviews “Jamie is an exceptionally talented trainer
- [Magazine](https://interfaithscotland.org/news/newsletters) - The Interfaith Scotland magazine includes updates about our work across Scotland and overseas, local interfaith group activities and feature stories. Our Spring 2026 magazine is hot off the press and available to download below. You can also explore the magazines from previous years to learn more about our work. Spring 2026 Autumn 2025 Spring 2025
- [SAFE (Scotland Abroad Faith Exchange)](https://interfaithscotland.org/about-us/what-we-do/safe-scotland-abroad-faith-exchange) - We are committed to sharing our interfaith expertise internationally and to learning from innovative interfaith dialogue programmes from around the world. Since the inception of our SAFE (Scotland Abroad Faith Exchange) programme we have engaged with and undertaken joint projects with organisations in Australia, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, Ireland, New Zealand, Portugal, Romania, Rwanda, Samoa,
- [Inverclyde](https://interfaithscotland.org/inverclyde) - Interfaith Inverclyde Interfaith Inverclyde was established in February 2025. The group aims to bring people together from across Inverclyde to share their religious views, beliefs and cultures. Meetings and events are open to those with a religion or belief, as well as those who may not necessarily follow a specific belief but are looking
- [Edinburgh Women's Interfaith Group](https://interfaithscotland.org/local-interfaith-groups/edinburgh-womens-interfaith-group) - The Edinburgh Women’s Interfaith Group is a safe, organic, open and informal group, welcoming women of all faiths and none. The group meets quarterly: in January, in March (for International Women’s Day), in July (for the summer outing), and in November (for Scottish Interfaith Week). Topics discussed include rituals or practices of different faith groups;
- [Ayrshire](https://interfaithscotland.org/local-interfaith-groups/ayrshire) - Ayrshire Interfaith Group Get involved with Ayrshire Interfaith Group Contact Stuart Lang Chair of Ayrshire Interfaith Group via email stuartlang1@hotmail.com or via phone 07875847593.
- [Hire our meeting room](https://interfaithscotland.org/resources/hire-our-meeting-room) - Situated on the first floor of a modern four-storey office building which is well-lit and accessible, our Dialogue and Training Centre is a venue where the possibilities are endless. This spacious room is available to hire for meetings, training sessions, workshops and community events. Inside there are tables and comfortable chairs that can be set
- [Get involved](https://interfaithscotland.org/get-involved) - Contact us There are many ways to get involved in the work of Interfaith Scotland. Volunteer with us We offer a number of volunteer opportunities, including helping our busy staff team in the office and at events. We also offer a volunteer programme called ‘Face to Faith’ where volunteers have the opportunity to share their
- [About Us](https://interfaithscotland.org/about-us) - Interfaith Scotland is a Scottish charity (SC029486) specialising in promoting and facilitating constructive engagement between different faith and belief communities across Scotland through dialogue, educational activities, civic engagement and the promotion of religious equality. Interfaith Scotland provides a forum for people from diverse religions to dialogue with one another on matters of religious, national and
- [Fife](https://interfaithscotland.org/local-interfaith-groups/fife) - Fife Common Grounds Network The Fife Common Grounds Network (formerly the Fife Interfaith and Belief Network) aims to bring people together from across Fife to share their religious views, beliefs, cultures and humanity. The network is open to those with a religion or belief, as well as those who may not necessarily follow a specific
- [Resources](https://interfaithscotland.org/resources) - We offer a variety of resources including videos, publications and workshops which are suitable for use in local interfaith groups, classrooms, and throughout your own interfaith journey. Publications Videos Youth and Schools Climate action resources Additional resources A key resource is our faith communities guide which provides in depth information about the many faith and
- [East Renfrewshire](https://interfaithscotland.org/local-interfaith-groups/east-renfrewshire) - East Renfrewshire Faith Forum We seek to build positive social cohesion in this community as a means of establishing strong bonds of understanding and fellowship. We will continue to offer prayers for peace for all peoples and communities caught up in violence and trauma. Get involved in East Renfrewshire Faith Forum Contact Mridula at mridulachakraborty@hotmail.com for
- [Volunteering](https://interfaithscotland.org/get-involved/volunteering) - At Interfaith Scotland, we’re always looking for new volunteers! We have a variety of volunteering opportunities available at different points in the year, and we of course welcome people from diverse backgrounds. If you’re interested in any of the opportunities listed below, please contact admin@interfaithscotland.org Office Assistance Filing and archiving of information Operating printer,
- [What we do](https://interfaithscotland.org/about-us/what-we-do) - Events Scottish Interfaith Week Scottish Interfaith Week is one of our main projects. Every year we choose a new theme for the week, provide resources for communities, host the national launch of the week, promote the week widely and fund local community dialogue events. Members dialogue events We are supported by faith community member organisations
- [Local Groups](https://interfaithscotland.org/local-interfaith-groups) - Local groups Scotland has 20 local interfaith groups spread across the nation – from the Scottish Borders all the way to Shetland. There are also women’s interfaith dialogue groups in Glasgow, Edinburgh, East Lothian, and Coatbridge. You can find further information and contact details for each group in the pages below. Members of local interfaith
- [Aberdeen](https://interfaithscotland.org/local-interfaith-groups/aberdeen) - Aberdeen Interfaith Group We are a friendly group of people who represent around 17 religions or denominations. Our regular events include our Mindfulness Day at Varapunya Meditation Centre in Mental Health Week in May and our Winter Reflections “by the fireside” at Brahma Kumaris in December. Our aims To make a positive contribution to the
- [Events 2024](https://interfaithscotland.org/news/events/events-2024) - January Holocaust Memorial Day 2024: The Fragility of Freedom Concert We hosted a special evening concert in partnership with The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day. The theme for 2024 was ‘The Fragility of Freedom’. ✔️ Wednesday 24th January, 6 – 7pm, Ledger Recital Room, Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Glasgow Faces
- [Edinburgh](https://interfaithscotland.org/local-interfaith-groups/edinburgh) - Edinburgh Inter Faith Association Edinburgh Inter Faith Association was officially formed in 1989 to promote and facilitate positive engagement between the faith communities of our religiously and culturally diverse city. EIFA aims to promote religious (and cultural) harmony and diversity in Edinburgh by bringing peoples of all faiths together. All of our events, projects and
- [Women](https://interfaithscotland.org/about-us/what-we-do/women) - Slide OneSlide One Local Women’s Interfaith Dialogue Groups Interfaith Scotland supports three local women’s interfaith dialogue groups in Glasgow, Edinburgh and North Lanarkshire. Click on the links below for more information about these groups. Abrahamic Roots Group (Coatbridge) Edinburgh Women’s Interfaith Group Women of Faith and Community (Glasgow) Interfaith Scotland Local Dialogue Events for Women
- [Events 2022](https://interfaithscotland.org/news/events/events-2022) - January 2022 Holocaust Memorial Day 2022 events across Scotland Here is a selection of national and local Holocaust Memorial Day events which were held across Scotland during the week beginning 24th January 2022. Edinburgh Interfaith Association (online) Edinburgh Interfaith Association hosted the Scottish National Holocaust Memorial Ceremony. The programme included contributions from Henry Wuga
- [Events 2023](https://interfaithscotland.org/news/events/events-2023) - January 2023 Holocaust Memorial Day 2023 Interfaith Scotland co-hosted an event for Holocaust Memorial Day in Inverness. Holocaust Memorial Day encourages remembrance in a world scarred by genocide. Each year across the UK thousands of people come together to learn more about the past and take action to create a safer future. The theme for
- [Scottish Borders](https://interfaithscotland.org/local-interfaith-groups/scottish-borders) - Interfaith Borders Interfaith Borders is a group of interested individuals from different faiths living in the Scottish Borders Get involved with Interfaith Borders Contact Rev Cedric Blakey via email revcanclb@gmail.com
- [Shetland](https://interfaithscotland.org/local-interfaith-groups/shetland) - Shetland Inter Faith Group We organise and promote interfaith activities aiming to facilitate the sharing of faith celebrations. We organise religious, social and educational events which are open to members and the general public. We offer assistance and support to individual faiths represented in the organisation. We represent the agreed views of the members to relevant public
- [Young people](https://interfaithscotland.org/about-us/what-we-do/young-people) - The Scottish Government and YouthLink Scotland funded Interfaith Scotland to form an advisory board of young people(age 18+), of all faiths and beliefs. We received applications from youth across Scotland and have formed a board comprising 12 young people from Christian, Muslim, Hindu, Sikh, Baha’i, and Buddhist backgrounds. Under Article 12 of the UNCRC, every
- [Dumfries and Galloway](https://interfaithscotland.org/local-interfaith-groups/dumfries-and-galloway) - Dumfries and Galloway Interfaith Group Our group is an informal interfaith network for representatives and interested members of different faiths in Dumfries and Galloway. We get together, share ideas and experiences and discuss issues of common concern. Most of our activities take place around Scottish Interfaith Week in November. The Group also has a place
- [Scottish Religious Leaders Forum](https://interfaithscotland.org/about-us/what-we-do/scottish-religious-leaders-forum) - The Scottish Religious Leaders’ Forum is a group dedicated to improving relationships between Scotland’s religious communities. The Forum celebrated its 20th anniversary with a pilgrimage to Iona in September 2022. History of the Scottish Religious Leaders' Forum There was much media interest in the Forum’s first meeting which one journalist described as being ‘as significant
- [Events 2021](https://interfaithscotland.org/news/events/events-2021) - January 2021 Scotland’s Holocaust Memorial Day Ceremony 2021 Scotland’s Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) Ceremony 2021 was like no other. For the first time in the history of HMD, we organised a fully virtual ceremony aimed at Scottish secondary school pupils. ✔️ Wednesday 27th January (YouTube) Watch the Ceremony online February 2021 Beyond Climate Crisis
- [Events 2020](https://interfaithscotland.org/news/events/events-2020) - World Interfaith Harmony Week Stand Together: National Holocaust Memorial Event for Scotland On 27th January each year Scotland holds an event to honour the memory of those who suffered and perished under the Nazi persecutions during World War II, and subsequent genocides including Cambodia, Rwanda and Bosnia. In 2020 Holocaust Memorial Day was commemorated as
- [Events 2019](https://interfaithscotland.org/news/events/events-2019) - Members Dialogue Events We host dialogue events for members, associate members and friends of Interfaith Scotland to get together and discuss important issues relating to civic society. Annual General Meeting and Public Talk Date: 2nd April, 6 – 8.30pm Venue: St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art, Glasgow Interfaith Dialogue with Former Head
- [Newsletters and Updates](https://interfaithscotland.org/news) - Events We have a variety of events we hold every year including trainings, lectures, networking seminars for local interfaith groups, and activities for Scottish Interfaith Week. We also co-host many events during the year with our local, national and international partners. Check out our upcoming events. Updates For the latest news from Interfaith Scotland about
- [Become a friend](https://interfaithscotland.org/get-involved/become-a-friend) - Slide OneSlide One Individuals, groups and organisations can become Friends of Interfaith Scotland. Friends benefit from meeting with like minded individuals from a variety of backgrounds. Friends will receive the following: Copies of our newsletter and Annual Report Invitations to attend interfaith events organised by Interfaith Scotland such as public meetings, seminars, conferences and the
- [Scottish Interfaith Week](https://interfaithscotland.org/about-us/what-we-do/scottish-interfaith-week) - Scottish Interfaith Week is a festival established by Interfaith Scotland in 2004 and celebrated every year in November. Scottish Interfaith Week provides an opportunity for interfaith groups, faith communities, schools, organisations and local communities in Scotland to celebrate the nation’s religious and cultural diversity. Events are planned across the country to promote dialogue, understanding and
- [West Lothian](https://interfaithscotland.org/local-interfaith-groups/west-lothian) - West Lothian Faith Group The group provides an interfaith network for representatives of the different faiths in West Lothian to get together, share ideas and experiences and discuss issues of common concern. The Group is also one of the Community Planning Partnership’s (CPP) equality forums, providing a mechanism for the council and partners to engage
- [Dundee and Tayside](https://interfaithscotland.org/local-interfaith-groups/dundee) - Faith and Belief (Dundee and Tayside) Dundee Inter Faith Association has relaunched as Faith and Belief (Dundee and Tayside). The group has a new constitution and is registered as a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation. The group meets for interfaith dialogue on a regular basis. You can contact the group by sending an email to Carrie
- [Glasgow LGBT+ Interfaith Network](https://interfaithscotland.org/local-interfaith-groups/glasgow-lgbt-interfaith) - The Glasgow LGBT+ Interfaith Network (GLIN) is volunteer-led organisation for LGBT+ people of all faiths and beliefs. The Network was established in July 2018 and aims to promote understanding, friendship, and diversity. The Network exists for three central purposes: to provide support and community to LGBT+ people of faith and belief to promote the visibility
- [Renfrewshire](https://interfaithscotland.org/local-interfaith-groups/renfrewshire) - Renfrewshire Interfaith Group Renfrewshire Interfaith Group holds regular meetings throughout the year, as well as a number of larger events. Often collaborating with a number of local organisations, we aim to promote and encourage dialogue, friendship, understanding and co-operation between members of the different faith communities within our area. Get involved in Renfrewshire Interfaith Group
- [Central Scotland](https://interfaithscotland.org/local-interfaith-groups/central-scotland) - Central Scotland Interfaith CSI – Central Scotland Interfaith – is the local interfaith forum for Clackmannanshire, Falkirk and Stirling, and seeks to offer space for people of faith to build bridges of understanding together. Get involved with Central Scotland Interfaith Contact Central Scotland Interfaith by calling 07743 726013 or via email csi@irenic.org.uk
- [Glasgow](https://interfaithscotland.org/local-interfaith-groups/glasgow) - Interfaith Glasgow Interfaith Glasgow is a Scottish charity specialising in promoting and facilitating engagement between different faith and belief communities in Glasgow, to help create a better-connected, safer, and more harmonious city for all. We aim to deliver programmes of activities aimed, firstly, at increasing friendships between people of diverse faiths and beliefs; secondly, at
- [Inverness](https://interfaithscotland.org/local-interfaith-groups/inverness) - Inverness Interfaith Group Inverness Interfaith Group was set up to promote dialogue, understanding and cooperation between different faiths and to develop bonds of friendship and trust. The group meets regularly. We organise religious, social and educational events, annual picnics, faith sharing, music, dance and poetry, and are involved in social action initiatives, such as helping
- [Moray](https://interfaithscotland.org/local-interfaith-groups/moray) - Interfaith Moray Interfaith Moray is a network of people of any faith and none in Moray. We meet every two months for dialogue, learning about different faiths and planning upcoming events. We also have an email list where members share information of interest to other Moray Interfaith members. We started in 2014 and are now
- [Orkney](https://interfaithscotland.org/local-interfaith-groups/orkney) - Orkney Interfaith Group The Orkney Interfaith Group meets once a month for informal interfaith dialogue, usually on the second Tuesday of the month in Kirkwall.Contact Information Get involved in Orkney Interfaith Group Contact Colleen MacLeod on 01856 874 047 or via email colleenemacleod@btinternet.com
- [Women of Faith and Community (Glasgow)](https://interfaithscotland.org/local-interfaith-groups/women-of-faith-and-community-glasgow) - This women-only dialogue group meets on the first Monday of each month in Glasgow’s West End, between 9.30am and 11.30am, and welcomes women of all faiths and none to come together to discuss what connects us, and to work towards better understanding of each other’s faith and beliefs. Each month a new topic is discussed,
- [Abrahamic Roots Group (Coatbridge)](https://interfaithscotland.org/local-interfaith-groups/abrahamic-roots-group-coatbridge) - This is a group of Christian and Muslim women who meet to explore and discuss the similarities and differences between the Bible and the Qur’an, and form bonds of friendship. The group was established as a sub-group of the North Lanarkshire Muslim Women & Family Alliance, and has covered many topics of interest of both

## Events

- [Glasgow: Volunteer Training Day for Interfaith School Visits](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/glasgow-volunteer-training-day-for-interfaith-school-visits) - Interested in sharing your faith or belief with pupils at primary and secondary schools across Scotland? Sign up to a volunteer training day where you will learn everything you need to know about our interfaith school visits and how you can get involved. We are hosting training days for volunteers in Glasgow, Dundee and online.
- [Online: Volunteer Training Day for Interfaith School Visits](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/online-volunteer-training-day-for-interfaith-school-visits) - Interested in sharing your faith or belief with pupils at primary and secondary schools across Scotland? Sign up to a volunteer training day where you will learn everything you need to know about our interfaith school visits and how you can get involved. We are hosting training days for volunteers in Glasgow, Dundee and online.
- [Dundee: Volunteer Training Day for Interfaith School Visits](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/dundee-volunteer-training-day-for-interfaith-school-visits) - Interested in sharing your faith or belief with pupils at primary and secondary schools across Scotland? Sign up to a volunteer training day where you will learn everything you need to know about our interfaith school visits and how you can get involved. We are hosting training days for volunteers in Glasgow, Dundee and online.
- [Scottish Interfaith Week](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/scottish-interfaith-week) - Scottish Interfaith Week 2026 will take place across Scotland from 8 – 15 November. This year’s festival theme of Wellbeing encourages us to explore what it means to care for ourselves and others. Anyone can host an event and submit it to be included in the festival programme. Find out more on scottishinterfaithweek.org
- [Interfaith Conversation Cafe: The Future of Interfaith Engagement in Inverness ](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/conversation-cafe-inverness) - Let’s gather for a chat about the future of interfaith engagement in Inverness. We invite you to attend the Interfaith Conversation Café, where you will have the opportunity to meet people from different faiths and beliefs in Inverness and other parts of the Scottish Highlands. This is our first interfaith conversation café in Inverness, and
- [Interfaith Scotland Bookclub](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/interfaith-scotland-bookclub-2) - Join us for our regular Interfaith Scotland Bookclub. Our pick for July 2026 is: ‘Women Without Men’ by Shahrnush Parsipur. The book club is open to those who have not read the book and want to learn more; however, we do encourage you to read the book in advance for a more lively discussion! We
- [Celebrating Our Cultures (Refugee Festival Scotland)](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/celebrating-our-cultures-refugee-festival-scotland) - Celebrate diversity in Perth through creativity and the arts at our upcoming event for Refugee Festival Scotland. We are planning this multicultural event to celebrate diversity through creativity and the arts, and to showcase unique art forms from different cultures and beliefs. It will be a celebration consisting of music, dance, arts and crafts, food
- [Interfaith Scotland Book Club](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/interfaith-scotland-book-club-2) - We are reading Don't Forget We're Here Forever by Lamorna Ash for our next Interfaith Scotland Book Club. Join us for lively conversation and a hot drink! Our pick for May 2026 is also available as an eBook and audiobook. The Book Club is open to those who have not read the book and want
- [Meeting for Chaplains (Online)](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/chaplains-meeting-online) - We are hosting a meeting for University Chaplains and Honorary Chaplains to share about interfaith activities on campus and find out more about Scottish Interfaith Week 2026. This will be an informal event to meet other chaplains, share ideas and get inspired. Please note: This event is for Chaplains only. Booking information Register for your
- [Networking Seminar for Local Interfaith Groups](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/networking-seminar) - Our annual networking seminar for local interfaith groups will take place at Interfaith Scotland's Office in Glasgow. We can accommodate up to two representatives from each local interfaith group. Please note: This event is for members of local interfaith groups only. Booking information Register for your event through this Google Form.
- [Meeting for Members of Interfaith Scotland (Online)](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/members-meeting) - We are hosting an online meeting for Members of Interfaith Scotland to find out more about Scottish Interfaith Week 2026. This will be an informal event to share ideas, get inspired and engage with other members. Please note: This event is for Members of Interfaith Scotland only. Booking information Register for your event through this
- [The Girl Who Dreams Beyond Barriers](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/the-girl-who-dreams-beyond-barriers) - PACEY Award winner Suraya Mohammadi shares her story of fighting for peace and empowerment for Afghan girls in this online lunchtime lecture For our International Women's Day lecture we will be joined by Suraya Mohammadi to hear about her work advocating for peace and gender equality. Suraya is an 18-year-old activist and women's rights advocate
- [Managing Difficult Conversations](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/managing-difficult-conversations) - Want to learn how to manage difficult conversations? Join our free online workshop exploring tools, approaches and facilitation techniques to support group work over challenging topics. At every level it feels as though our societies are increasingly fractured. At the national, community and individual levels we observe division, blame and dehumanisation. The ability to fully
- [Interfaith Retreat](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/interfaith-retreat) - Hosted by Interfaith Scotland, this retreat is open to people of all faiths and none who are interested in finding out about the lived experience of people of different faiths, philosophies and spiritual practices. This will take place through sharing the things that inspire us on our life journey, and conversations on what we share
- [Interfaith Scotland Book Club](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/interfaith-scotland-book-club) - Our Interfaith Book Club pick for March 2026, in celebration of International Women's Day, is Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer The book club is open to those who have not read the book and want to learn more; however, we do encourage you to read the book in advance for a more lively discussion!
- [Interreligious Encounters and Creative Practice: Exhibition](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/interreligious-encounters-creative-practice) - Our Faces of Faith exhibition will be displayed at the University of Edinburgh as part of the Interreligious Encounters and Creative Practice event. The exhibition of creative practice begins on Monday 18th January and concludes on Thursday 19th February at the university's Chaplaincy Centre. Interreligious Encounters and Creative Practice is an interdisciplinary event exploring how
- [Understanding the Windrush Schemes](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/understanding-the-windrush-schemes) - We’re excited to be working with the Windrush Engagement Team to share this important conversation. Many people have heard of the Windrush Generation - those who came from Commonwealth countries to help rebuild Britain after the war, but not everyone knows about the difficulties some faced later in life, or the government schemes now in
- [Interfaith Burns Supper Celebration](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/interfaith-burns-supper-celebration) - Join us for an unforgettable Interfaith Burns Supper Celebration. Each year, Burns Night takes place on 25 January to celebrate the life and legacy of Scotland’s national bard, Robert Burns. We would like to invite the diverse faith and belief communities in Scotland to join our first-ever Interfaith Burns Supper Celebration to enjoy Scottish traditions,
- [Interfaith Conversation Café - Religious Calendars and Festivals](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/religious-calendars-festivals) - Join us for an engaging discussion on religious calendars and festivals. Do you know that there are approximately forty calendars still in use today, including the Gregorian, Jewish (Hebrew), Islamic (Hijri), Hindu and Pagan (Wheel of the Year) calendars. How many of them have you seen? Calendars share similarities in their purpose of organising time
- [Holocaust Memorial Day Concert](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/holocaust-memorial-day-concert) - Over the last six years, RCS has collaborated with the Lord Provost International Twinning Office and Interfaith Scotland to hold meaningful events commemorating victims of the Holocaust as well as victims of subsequent genocides in many countries. RCS students, from undergraduate, postgraduate and Juniors programmes, will perform alongside young musicians from the Nuremberg High School
- [Interfaith Scotland Bookclub](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/interfaith-scotland-bookclub) - Join us for our regular Interfaith Scotland Bookclub. We are reading: Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E Frankl. We meet every 2 months and our pick for January 2026 is: 'Man’s Search for Meaning' by Viktor E Frankl. It is also available as an Ebook and Audio Download. The bookclub is open to those
- [Annual Interfaith Lecture and AGM](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/annual-interfaith-lecture-and-agm) - Our annual interfaith lecture will be delivered by Dr Maureen Sier on the topic of The Ghosts of Interfaith: Past, Present and Future. The annual lecture will be preceded by a light lunch and followed by an opportunity for dialogue and the Interfaith Scotland AGM. Please note: The time has changed to 1-4pm Booking information Spaces
- [Our Future: Conference with Young People](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/our-future-conference) - Young people are invited to attend a conference with First Minister John Swinney to discuss Our Future.
- [Interfaith Scotland Book Club (Pilot)](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/4446) - Come along to our pilot book club at Waterstones for a lively discussion and hot drink. Our first pick is ‘Sacred Nature’ by Karen Armstrong. The ISBN for the paperback is #9781529114799, it is also available as an eBook and Audiobook. The book club is open to those who have not read the book and
- [Interfaith Conversation Café - Perth and Kinross](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/interfaith-conversation-cafe-perth-and-kinross) - Interfaith Scotland is hosting an Interfaith Conversation Café in Perth and Kinross during Scottish Interfaith Week. Join the group to meet new people and chat about the future of interfaith engagement in Perth and Kinross. Booking information Please book your ticket on Eventbrite.
- [Open Day at Interfaith Scotland](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/open-day-at-interfaith-scotland) - We're hosting a drop-in open day to welcome you all to our new office space in Bridgeton. You will have the opportunity to meet our staff team, learn more about interfaith work, discover the services we offer, and chat with us over a cuppa! Our office is in Brook Street Business Hub, Unit 1-9 (First
- [How to Best Support Pupils from Different Faiths and Beliefs](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/how-to-best-support-pupils-from-different-faiths-and-beliefs) - We are bringing back this popular free online training for teachers in Scotland Last year teachers from over thirty schools attended the workshop online during Scottish Interfaith Week In this session you will have the opportunity to develop your awareness of some of the diverse experiences and needs of pupils from a variety of different
- [Ambassador Training for Scottish Interfaith Week](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/ambassador-training-for-scottish-interfaith-week) - We are looking for Scottish Interfaith Week Ambassadors to attend events around the country, take photos and write about the events for our websites and our biannual magazine. Travel expenses will be covered. We are having a training session for ambassadors at our new Dialogue Centre in Bridgeton, Glasgow. Booking information If you would like
- [Networking Seminar for Local Interfaith Groups](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/networking-seminar-for-local-interfaith-groups) - We will host our annual networking seminar for local interfaith groups on Monday 22nd September. The event will be hosted at our new dialogue and training centre in Bridgeton, Glasgow from 11am - 3.30pm. Places are limited to two people per local interfaith group. Sign up to attend by emailing Frances at frances@interfaithscotland.org
- [Interfaith Prayer Vigil for Peace](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/interfaith-prayer-vigil-for-peace) - Join Interfaith Scotland and Interfaith Moray for an interfaith prayer vigil for peace. We will meet at Pluscarden Abbey on Saturday 30th August, 11am.
- [Interfaith Conversation Café in Kirkcaldy](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/interfaith-conversation-cafe-in-kirkcaldy) - You are invited to attend our next Interfaith Conversation Café in Kirkcaldy on the theme of 'Religious Diets and Fasting'. Do you follow any specific dietary practices, or are you curious about a particular religion’s diet? Enjoy an interesting and informative dialogue while sharing a delicious free lunch! This event is being held in partnership with Fife
- [Harmony for Hope: A Gala for Peace, Family, & Education](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/harmony-for-hope) - Join us for a powerful evening of music, storytelling, and global connection as Interfaith Alignment and Interfaith Scotland launch a meaningful new collaboration in support of Suraya Mohammadi—a courageous young Afghan leader and advocate for peace and education for girls. Suraya, recipient of the 2024 Wilson Hinkes Peace Award, has worked bravely to promote literacy,
- [Our Future: Film Premiere & Talks](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/our-future-film-premiere-talks) - Join us on a journey through the history of Scottish Interfaith Week and a look to our shared hopes for the future Featuring premiere of 20th anniversary short film and special guest speakers exploring the 2025 festival theme of ‘Our Future’. As we look to what's next for Scotland’s diverse communities, we will turn to
- [Volunteer Training Day in Dialogue Centre](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/schools-volunteer-training-day) - We are recruiting and training volunteers from diverse faith backgrounds for our schools programme and other volunteering opportunities. Schools Programme We offer interfaith workshops for primary and secondary school pupils across Scotland. These interactive workshops explore interfaith dialogue and why it’s important. Our volunteers from diverse faith and belief backgrounds visit schools and speak to
- [Online Volunteers Training Session](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/online-volunteers-training-session) - We are recruiting and training volunteers from diverse faith backgrounds for our schools programme and other volunteering opportunities. Schools Programme We offer interfaith workshops for primary and secondary school pupils across Scotland. These interactive workshops explore interfaith dialogue and why it’s important. Our volunteers from diverse faith and belief backgrounds visit schools and speak to
- [Interfaith Retreat to Holy Isle](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/interfaith-retreat-to-holy-isle) - Join us on the beautiful island of Holy Isle off the island of Arran for a three-day interfaith retreat at the Centre for World Peace and Health. The retreat is open to adults from all religious backgrounds or no religious affiliation. There is a retreat fee of £100 payable directly to Interfaith Scotland in advance
- [Free Online Workshop for Youth and Community Workers on Supporting the Needs of People of Diverse Religions and Beliefs in Scotland](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/free-online-workshop-for-youth-workers-on-supporting-the-needs-of-young-people-of-diverse-religions-and-beliefs-in-scotland) - Join Interfaith Scotland’s workshop for youth and community workers who are keen to learn how to best support people from different religion and belief backgrounds. In this session you will have an opportunity to develop your awareness of some of these diverse needs including dietary needs, fasting, holy days, festivals, prayer, clothing, religious symbols, participating
- [Free Online Workshop for Young People (age 16 - 30)](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/free-online-workshop-for-young-people-age-16-30) - In this workshop find out about ways in which Interfaith Scotland brings people together from different religions and cultures to build friendship, respect and understanding. Find out about our projects and activities with young people and how you might like to be involved! We will also be looking at ways to support the needs of
- [Inverclyde Interfaith Gathering](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/inverclyde-interfaith-gathering) - You are invited to an interfaith gathering where you will have an opportunity to meet people from different faiths and beliefs in the Inverclyde area over food and conversation. The topic for conversation is ‘Pilgrimage and Retreat’. This event is co-hosted by Inverclyde Interfaith and Interfaith Scotland. Book your free ticket on Eventbrite 📌 Monday
- [Holocaust Memorial Day Service at Gordonstoun](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/holocaust-memorial-day-service-at-gordonstoun) - We are supporting a special service at Gordonstoun School in honour of Holocaust Memorial Day. We will be honouring the memory and achievements of Gordonstoun founder Kurt Hahn with the unveiling of a plaque by The Association of Jewish Refugees (AJR). The service will mark his courage in publicly standing up against the Nazi party
- [Holocaust Memorial Day Concert 2025](https://interfaithscotland.org/event/holocaust-memorial-day-concert-2025) - We are honoured to be partnering with the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland for the annual Holocaust Memorial Day Concert. Join us in Glasgow for an evening of commemorative music and reflection. Book your ticket on the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland’s website 📌 Tuesday 28th January (6-7pm), Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Glasgow

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- [solidarity](https://interfaithscotland.org/tag/solidarity)

## Event Categories

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