Interfaith Dialogue and Exchange Program with the Unitarian Universalist Association
On August 1, 8, and 15, three Rissho Kosei-kai youth members took part in a series of Interfaith Dialogue and Exchange Programs with three members from the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA).
Rissho Kosei-kai has built a lasting partnership with the UUA over many decades through the activities of the International Association for Religious Freedom (IARF)—the world’s oldest international interfaith organization, where Rev. Nikkyo Niwano, founder of Rissho Kosei-kai, served as the 25th president from 1981 to 1984.
Throughout the sessions, participants shared their thoughts and personal experiences with openness and vulnerability. They spoke honestly about the challenges they had faced, listened with empathy to one another’s stories, and gently supported each other as they reflected on their faith, values, and life journeys.
The conversations were filled with warmth, compassion, and moments that deeply touched the heart. By opening themselves to one another and embracing both their differences and shared experiences, participants discovered new perspectives and deepened their connections across faiths and traditions.
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