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-NEW- Buddhist teachings offer insights into achieving a sustainable future – Ban

5 May 2012 – The teachings of Buddhism can offer significant insights on how to improve...
 


Al-Nasser urges strengthening Alliance of Civilizations as a global mediation tool

22 March 2012 – The President of the General Assembly, Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser, today...
 


Live UN Debate on Cross-Cultural Issues

 

22/3/2012, The General Assembly and The UN Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) are hosting a thematic...

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On International Day of Nowruz, UN officials call for renewed unity among cultures

21 March 2012 – The spirit of peace and unity that lies at the core of Nowruz, the spring festival...
 


Unity in Diversity makes its start in Cameroon, Africa

21 February 2012 – A group of committed civil society activists came together in Yaounde, Cameroon...
 


UNESCO chief warns crucial yet ‘fragile’ linguistic heritage in danger

21 February 2012 – Language is a key ally in the fight against discrimination, the head of the United..
 


UN official stresses importance of cooperation between Africa and its diasporas

16 February 2012 – A senior United Nations official today stressed the importance of establishing..
 

 

UN officials underline religions’ role in promoting global harmony

7 February 2012 – The President of the General Assembly Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser today..
 

 

Our Destinies Are Linked, Reminds Pope

VATICAN CITY, JAN. 12, 2012 (Zenit.org).- Benedict XVI says that to overcome the challenges...
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Developing ‘Unity in Diversity’ with participants at the UNAOC Doha Forum

24 December 2011 - At the 4th UN Alliance of Civilizations Forum which was held in Doha...

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Pope: Interdependence Not a Threat, But an Opportunity

VATICAN CITY, DEC. 15, 2011 (Zenit.org).- In an address to 11 new ambassadors to the Holy See...
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Ban urges Alliance of Civilizations to fight extremism, promote tolerance

11 December 2011 – Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon urged members of the Alliance of Civilizations...

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UN Alliance of Civilizations IV annual Forum to be held December 11-13, 2011 in Doha, Qatar, under the theme ‘Intercultural Dialogue to Boost Development’

December 7, 2011 - Starting Sunday, December 11, the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations...

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HER HIGHNESS SHEIKHA MOZA BINT NASSER - INTERVIEW

Posted 10 December, 2011 - Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint  Nasser is well known as a champion for...

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GDF's CEO keynote speech at Loddon Campaspe Multicultural Services AGM

30 November 2011 - Many thanks to Noemi, Loddon Campaspe Multicultural Services and members for inviting me to speak with you tonight....
 

 
Citizen Diplomacy : How Ordinary People can Change the World

11 November 2011 - The event was jointly presented by ACCESS-Australian Institute of International Affairs and Global Dialogue Foundation.

 




On UN Day, Ban underlines need for unity to confront global challenges


24 October 2011 – Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today stressed the need for unity as the world seeks...

 


 
Dialogue vital tool to foster understanding among different faiths – UN expert


20 October 2011 - An independent United Nations human rights expert today stressed the vital role...

 

 
Open Forum: Global Dialogue Foundation gives decisive contribution to launching UNAOC Civil Society chapter in Australia

10 October 2011 - During a rare visit last week, the United Nations High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations, His Excellency Dr. Jorge Sampaio, (transcript of speech) ...
 

 
Faith Is Good for the Country, Say Cardinal Scherer


São Paulo, Brazil, OCT. 6, 2011 (Zenit.org).- The good Christian is also called to be a good citizen;

 

 
Strengthening the role of community, business and non-government organisations in cross-cultural understanding


29 September 2011 - Under the auspices of United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC), GDF...

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Role of Alliance of Civilizations more vital than ever, say UN officials


23 September 2011 - With its ability to foster cross-cultural understanding among peoples...

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UN officials call for more action to ‘stem the tide’ of racism and intolerance


22 September 2011 - Ten years after a global conference in Durban, South Africa, sought to uproot...

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Assembly chief opens annual UN debate with pledge to partner for peace


21 September 2011 - Welcoming world leaders to the United Nations, the President of the General...

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General Assembly opens new session with plea for unity to tackle global crises


13 September 2011 - The General Assembly today opened its annual session with a fervent plea for...

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Ethical tourism vital to protect planet, UN officials underline


15 September 2011 - United Nations officials today stressed that the tourism industry must ensure it does business in...

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UN independent expert urges Morocco to promote cultural rights and diversity


16 September 2011 - The United Nations independent expert on cultural rights today urged Morocco to further...

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UN chief and Kiribati leader warn over climate change threat to Pacific islands


5 September 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and the President of Kiribati, Anote Tong, today stressed that...

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BMW Group and UN Alliance of Civilizations Launch Award to Foster Innovation in Cross-cultural Dialogue


Munich - New York, August 29, 2011. In an unprecedented partnership with the private sector, the... 

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UN must reform to fulfil role in 21st century, General Assembly President stresses
10 August 2011 - The main bodies of the United Nations such as the Security Council and the Economic and...
 

  
Unity in Diversity Lecture : Doing  Business in a Multicultural World - Under UNAOC auspices
Posted 3 August 2011 - The Inaugural Lecture of the UNAOC Series was held by Centre for Management in Mumbai...
 

 
High Level Meeting on Youth at the United Nations General Assembly
Posted on July 29, 2011 - On July 25 and 26, over 500 youth representatives from all over the world came to the General...
 

 
Marking International Friendship Day, UN chief urges global amity
30 July 2011 - On the first International Day of Friendship, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today urged the...
 

 
UN high-level forum spotlights young people's potential as agents of change
25 July 2011 - Hundreds of young people converged on the United Nations in New York today as the General...
 

 
Invitation to Unity in Diversity Lecture Series under the auspices of United Nations Alliance of Civilizations 
22 July 2011 - We are pleased to invite you to participate in the launch of the "Unity in Diversity" Lecture Series ...
 

 
Deiss urges flexibility as Assembly debates stronger UN role in global governance 
28 June 2011 - The President of the General Assembly Joseph Deiss today urged States to be flexible and...
 

 
Facing Tomorrow 2011
 
Posted 23 June 2011 - the third annual Conference under the auspices of the President of the State of Israel, Mr. Shimon Peres,
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Ivanov: Macedonia, a model of religious freedom
22 June 2011 - Macedonian President, George Ivanov, during his speech in the conference "Facing tomorrow 2011"...
 

 
Vatican Official Backs a Next Step for Multiculturalism
ROME, JUNE 2, 2011 (Zenit.org).- Instead of multiculturalism, it's time to speak of interculturalism, according...
 

 
 
Secretary-General presses for bold measures to meet development goals
2 June 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today urged ministers from around the world to act boldly to...
 

 
Ban urges tolerance and social inclusion in an age of global emigration
1 June 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today urged the world to deepen its commitment to the common...
 

 
SG and High Rep at Inter-Ethnic Cities Conference in Rome
June 1, 2011 - The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs sponsored an International Conference on the Inter-Ethnic...
 

 
The Secretary's Global Diaspora Forum - Diaspora, Diplomacy & Development
Posted 25 May 2011 - The Secretary of State's Office of Global Partnerships, in collaboration with the US Agency...
 

 
GDF IN ACTION: Do One Thing for Diversity & Inclusion
Posted 23 May 2011 - Celebrating UN World Day for Cultural Diversity.
 

 
Peace and solidarity only possible when there is cultural diversity, Ban stresses
21 May 2011 - Cultural diversity brings vital spiritual, social and economic benefits, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said today...
 

 
Unity in Diversity : An Innovative Project at UN Alliance of Civilizations Pre-Forum in Doha
11 May 2011 - The UN Alliance of Civilization Pre-Forum dedicated to Civil Society was held in Doha, Qatar on 3-4 May 2011.
 

 
General Assembly designates friendship day and grants EU higher participation status 
3 May 2011 - The General Assembly today voted to upgrade the status of the European Union?s (EU) participation at the... 
 

 
Ban calls for greater cooperation between UN and Russia on global governance
22 April 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today praised the strong partnership between Russia and the United Nations...
 

 
Global governance has topped the agenda...
18 April 2011 - Global governance has topped the agenda in talks between General Assembly President Joseph Deiss...
 

 
Calls for Integration in Society
ROME, APRIL 21, 2011 (Zenit.org).- A history of discrimination and persecution, including genocide perpetrated...
 

 
GDF's Unity in Diversity highlighted as a practical solution at World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue
11 April - Hosted by the Government of Azerbaijan, the World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue was held on 7-9 April,
 

 
Maronite Patriarch Stresses Unity in Diversity
ROME, APRIL 15, 2011 (Zenit.org).- The new patriarch of the Maronite Church was in Rome this week, affirming a vision of unity and diversity.
 

 
 
United Nations Alliance of Civilizations DOHA PRE-FORUM 2011
Posted 31 March - Connecting the UNAOC'ss mission and the MDG: an Agenda for Collaborative Action.
 

 
 
General Assembly President stresses central role of UN in   global governance
31 March 2011 - The United Nations and its General Assembly have a central role to play in shaping a global governance...
 

 
 
Forum Opens for Those Approaching God as the Unknown
PARIS, MARCH 25, 2011 (Zenit.org).- The Courtyard of the Gentiles, a new forum for dialogue between believers and...
 

 
Everything you need to know: Vernal or spring equinox 2011 
20 March  - In 2011, the vernal or spring equinox comes on March 20 at 23:21 UTC. To understand what happens...
 

 
Novruz, Nowrouz, Nooruz, Navruz, Nauroz, Nevruz
Posted 21 March  - Inscribed in 2009 on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
 

 
POPE REFLECTS ON CITIZENSHIP IN GLOBALIZED WORLD
VATICAN CITY, MARCH 14, 2011 (Zenit.org).- Benedict XVI is urging Italian administrators to remember the twin concepts ...
 

 
UN Year of global cultural rapprochement closes with warning of challenges ahead 
11 March 2011 - The United Nations today formally closed the year it had dedicated to bridging the gulf between...
 

 
Statement of International Catholic-Jewish Committee
PARIS, MARCH 3, 2011 (Zenit.org).- Here is the joint declaration of the International Jewish Committee on Interreligious...
 

 
Unity in Diversity Forum, Student & Youth Essay Competition Winners:
India Category:  1. Rituparna Mallick, Download  2. Shaili Pandia, Download
International Category: 1. Anna Malinovskaya, Download  2. Chndyli Tara G. Rogel, Download
 
 

 
UNITY IN DIVERSITY FORUM, KERALA
10 February 2011 - The second session of the ?Unity in Diversity? Forum, an initiative of Global Dialogue Foundation, and convened...
 

 
FIRST UN ALLIANCE OF CIVILIZATIONS -THEMED FORUM IN INDIA ON ?UNITY IN DIVERSITY? 
5 Feb 2011- The first United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) themed-forum in South Asia will take place in Kerala, India,
 

 
Unity in Diversity Forum in Kerala: A New Development of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations in India
27th January, 2011 - The Global Dialogue Foundation together with co-organizing partners, SAGE, PeaceWorks and PNCA,
 

 
Benedict XVI: We Are One Family
VATICAN CITY, JAN. 16, 2011 (Zenit.org).- Benedict XVI is affirming that, despite the differences that exist among...
 

 
ESSAY COMPETITION: OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS INTERNATIONAL FORUM IN INDIA
Posted 19 January 2011 - The Unity in Diversity - Bridging Cultures: Building Peace & Development Forum, organized by...
 

 
Unity in Diversity Forum, Thiruvananthapuram, India 6-8 February 2011
Posted 19 Jan - Presented by Global Dialogue Foundation and co-organising partners SAGE Foundation, PeaceWorks and Pravasi Nivasi Cultural Association,...

 
From fighting poverty to building a safer world, UN chief outlines priorities for 2011
14 January 2011 - From promoting sustainable development and mitigating climate change to empowering women to ...
 

 
 
Vatican Seeks Faith-Culture Dialogue With US
ATLANTA, DEC. 10, 2010 (Zenit.org).- The Pontifical Council for Culture is looking to collaborate with organizations ...
 

 
Unity in Diversity, Forum, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala- India, 6 - 8 February, 2011.
 

 
Inside the Global Governance of the United Nations General Assembly
1 November 2010 - What goes on behind closed doors inside the United Nations, the international organization which...
 

 
CULTURAL DIALOGUE IN THE LIMELIGHT AT SHANGHAI EXPO
30 October 2010 - The Expo 2010 in Shanghai gave the center stage to cultural dialogue on Friday October 22nd by featuring...
 

 
MELBOURNE CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS THE POWER OF DIVERSITY
19 Oct 2010 - From 10-12 October, political leaders, civil society activists, private sector and media representatives came together...
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TURNING INTERRELIGIOUS DIALOGUE INTO ACTION
ROME, OCT. 13, 2010 (Zenit.org).- As the synod fathers gathered at the Vatican to begin the second day of the Special Assembly ...
 

 
The inaugural Global Dialogue Forum ends with great success
17 Oct 2010 - We are pleased to announce that the inaugural "Unity in Diversity" Global Dialogue Forum, Bridging Cultures - Building Peace, under the auspices of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations ended with great success.
 
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The Unity in Diversity Forum: Towards a new momentum for intercultural understanding and cooperation 
5 Oct 2010 - The organising committtee from the Global Dialogue Foundation are adding the final touches...
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DIALOGUE TAKES MORE THAN TALKING, HOLY SEE SUGGESTS
NEW YORK, SEPT. 30, 2010 (Zenit.org).- Voicing opposite positions and irreconcilable ideologies is not truly dialogue, a Vatican...
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Melbourne to Host inaugural Global Dialogue Forum, 10-12 October.
Posted 17 September,  2010; Hosted by the Global Dialogue Foundation under the auspices of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations... 
 

 
Assembly President calls on Member States to be 'brave enough' to move forward
29 September 2010 - The General Assembly wrapped up its opening annual session today with a fervent appeal from its...
 

 
Libya proposes turning General Assembly into world parliament
29 September 2010 - Libya has proposed strengthening the General Assembly to function as the world's premier legislative body...
 

 
DIALOGUE TAKES MORE THAN TALKING, HOLY SEE SUGGESTS  
NEW YORK, SEPT. 30, 2010 (Zenit.org).- Voicing opposite positions and irreconcilable ideologies is not truly dialogue, a Vatican...
 

 
Countries welcome new Assembly President's focus on global governance
21 September 2010 - Several countries have expressed support for the initiative of the General Assembly President to make...
 

 
Mexico urges protection of migrants in statement to General Assembly 
28 September 2010 - Mexico today urged all United Nations Member States to ratify the international convention that calls for...
 

 
Tragedy of slavery should give rise to respect of cultural diversity - UN
23 August 2010 - Marking the day dedicated to the remembrance of the tragedy of the slave trade and the abolition of servitude...
 

 
Top UN official urges young people to use their voices to promote understanding
18 August 2010 - The second annual Global Model United Nations conference, bringing together hundreds of students from more...
 

 
SECOND GLOBAL MODEL UN IN KUALA LUMPUR - 14-18 AUGUST 2010
Posted 14 Aug 2010 - Hundreds of Students from across the World simulate a UN Summit on the Alliance of Civilizations
 

 
Launching International Year of Youth, UN urges dialogue, respect across generations
12 August 2010 - The International Year of Youthkicked off today with calls from United Nations officials to harness the talents...
 

 
Ban urges young people to use their voices to build tolerance, understanding
14 August 2010 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today urged participants at a United Nations student forum to use their voices for...
 

 
Queen Elizabeth II hails UN's leadership in ever-changing world
6 July 2010 - Addressing the United Nations for the first time in more than 50 years, Queen Elizabeth II today lauded the world body for...
 

 
...the secret of the future lies in the dialogue...
ROME, JUNE 21, 2010 (Zenit.org).- The secretary of the Pontifical Council of Migrants and Travelers is stressing the need to move...
 

 
III rd UN Alliance of Civilizations Forum - Summary of events and major announcements 
 
POSTED 22 June, 2010 - This is a list of major announcements at the Rio forum...
 

 
OSCE: Istanbul forum is step towards Asia- Europe dialogue
7 June - Kazakhstan views the Turkey Forum as an important step towards the development of dialogue between nations of Asia and...
 

 
Address of the President at the Third Summit of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia 
8 June 2010 - Distinguished participants. It is my special pleasure to greet this prestigious forum which promotes peace, security and...

 
POPE: DIALOGUE A KEY ELEMENT TO LASTING PEACE
NICOSIA, Cyprus, JUNE 5, 2010 (Zenit.org).- Benedict XVI explained to the small Catholic community in Cyprus today that interreligious...
 

 
Tony Blair welcomes the University of Western Australia to the Faith and Globalisation initiative 
7 June - The University of Western Australia has become the first Australian University and the fifth in the world to partner with the Tony...
 

 
Universal Truth, Rays of Light for the future
4 June 2010 - There is such truth that only God knows. It is inextricably bound in the rays of light, in the movements and patterns of life...
 

 
CHRISTIANS AND MUSLIMS DIALOGUE ABOUT EDUCATION
VENICE, Italy, JUNE 2, 2010 (Zenit.org).- On June 21, some 50 people from 20 countries, Christian and Muslim, will gather for a...
 

 
GDF forms partnership with the UN Alliance of Civilizations 
31 May 2010 - In conjunction with Deloitte, British Council and Vivendi, Global Dialogue Foundation partnered with the Alliance...
 

 
RIGHTS AND DUTIES GO TOGETHER,SAYS PONTIFF
VATICAN CITY, MAY 28, 2010 (Zenit.org).-Benedict XVI is affirming that in the question of migration, theunderstanding of rights must...
 

 
GDF voice at UN Alliance of Civilizations RIO FORUM, 27 May 2010
 
 
27 May 2010 - At the Open Space of the UN Alliance of Civilizations Forum in Rio de Janeiro, Global Dialogue Foundation's C.E.O...
 

 
Intercultural dialogue crucial for world peace, Ban tells Security Council 
26 May 2010 - The Security Council today highlighted the vital role of intercultural dialogue in securing global peace, with Secretary...
 

 
UN Alliance of Civilizations Rio Forum, 27-29 May 2010
On 27-29 May 2010, a powerful network of over 2,000 political and corporate leaders, civil society activists, youth, journalists, foundations,

 
GDF Unity in Diversity-10.10.10, Melbourne Summit, 10-12 Oct. 2010
In collaboration with the UN Alliance of Civilizations, Global Dialogue Foundation will be hosting the inaugural Pacific dialogue summit...
 

 
World Conference on Dialogue among Religions and Civilizations - Ohrid 2010
Second World Conference on Inter-Religious and Inter-Civilization Dialogue : ?Religion and Culture - Unbreakable Chain Among Nations?..
 

 
Commitment to Intercultural Exchanges Discussed
VATICAN CITY, MAY 7, 2010 (Zenit.org).- Benedict XVI received in audience today the president of Georgia, Mikhail Saakashvili, during...
 

 
METROPOLITAN FILARET: IT'S TIME TO TAKE A STEP TOWARD UNITY
VATICAN CITY, MAY 6, 2010 (Zenit.org).- The time is now for the Orthodox and Catholic Churches to take a step toward unity, and for...
 

 
 
 
ARCHBISHOP NICHOLS: DIALOGUE A TASK FOR ALL
LONDON, APRIL 28, 2010 (Zenit.org).- The task of interreligious dialogue isn't only a task for leaders of the world's religions, but rather...
 

 
 
US President Obama hosts Muslim business summit 
27 April 2010 - US President Barack Obama has announced a series of educational and business exchanges in an effort to improve...
 

 
Ban issues call for religious leaders to foster dialogue between cultures
27 April 2010 - Religious leaders have a vital part to play in promoting dialogue between different cultures and societies at a time when...
 

 
Intercultural dialogue is a must in ever more connected world, Ban says
21 April 2010 - With the implosion of financial markets on Wall Street and the explosion of a volcano in Iceland highlighting in just two...
 

 
...tolerance and dialogue among believers will prevail...
VATICAN CITY, MARCH 31, 2010 (Zenit.org).- Benedict XVI will pray next month that tolerance and dialogue among believers will
 

 
Prime Minister (Australian) Speech: Today we launch the National Compact... a new era of collaboration between the Australian Government and community and not-for-profit organisations...
17 March 2010... I acknowledge the First Australians on whose land we meet, and whose cultures we celebrate as among the oldest...
 

 
UN HIGH LEVEL DIALOGUE ON FINANCING & DEVELOPMENT...
23 March 2010 - Investment reforms and international cooperation are among the ingredients necessary to procure the finances needed
 

 
 
Secretary-General marks first International Day for Nowruz with call for peace
21 March 2010 - Celebrating the first-ever United Nations International Day of Nowruz, the spring festival of Persian origin, Secretary-