{"id":2110,"date":"2026-06-08T13:08:15","date_gmt":"2026-06-08T07:38:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cmseducation.org\/international-interfaith-conference\/?page_id=2110"},"modified":"2026-06-11T14:23:36","modified_gmt":"2026-06-11T08:53:36","slug":"home-2026","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cmseducation.org\/international-interfaith-conference\/","title":{"rendered":"Home 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Prof. Geeta Gandhi Kingdon<\/strong><\/span>
Manager, City Montessori School &
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This conference approaches Gender Equality across three interlinked dimensions\u2014ethical, structural and generational. Faith traditions offer a common moral foundation that upholds equality. Institutions and policy frameworks must translate these principles into equitable systems and opportunities. Education remains central, equipping young people with the capacity to think critically, act responsibly and lead with purpose.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Placing Gender Equality at the Heart of Humanity -
Why This Conversation Matters Now<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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According to the World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Report 2025<\/a>, at the current pace it will take 123 years<\/strong> to achieve full gender equality worldwide. Yet evidence consistently shows that societies are more peaceful, prosperous and resilient when women and girls have equal access to education, leadership opportunities and economic participation.<\/p>

The 11th<\/sup> International Interfaith Conference, organised by City Montessori School Rajajipuram Campus II, from 24th<\/sup> to 26th<\/sup> July 2026<\/strong>, brings together faith leaders, educators, policymakers, youth representatives, researchers and civil society organisations from around the world to explore a shared question:<\/p>

How can faith traditions, education and collective action help build a future where gender equality is recognised as a fundamental human and spiritual responsibility?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>

Through keynote addresses, panel discussions, interfaith dialogue, cultural exchange and collaborative action planning, participants will examine practical pathways for advancing inclusion and human dignity across communities.<\/p>

Panel Discussions<\/strong><\/p>

  1. Faith as the Moral Foundation for Gender Equality
    <\/strong>Exploring how faith traditions uphold dignity, respect and equal opportunities for women and men.<\/li>
  2. From Moral Vision to Social Action
    <\/strong>Examining how leadership, policy and institutions can transform principles of equality into meaningful change.<\/li>
  3. Educating for Equality
    <\/strong>Showcasing how education empowers individuals, challenges stereotypes and creates more inclusive communities.<\/li>
  4. Youth as Partners in Reimagining a Balanced World
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    Promoting Peace through Interfaith Understanding<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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    The International Interfaith Conference is a flagship global initiative of City Montessori School that creates a platform for dialogue, understanding and cooperation among diverse faith traditions.<\/p>

    The 11th<\/sup> edition explores the theme:<\/p>

    “Reimagining Our World Together: Placing Gender Equality at the Heart of Humanity.”<\/strong><\/p>

    The conference recognises that gender equality is not solely a social or economic objective. It is also an ethical imperative shared across faith traditions and cultures.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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