Light in Islam
Anthony Green reflects on the August picture of the RDC Calendar that shows light falling onto the mimbar (from where the sermon is read) of Al-Noor Mosque in Christchurch. https://youtu.be/T5CthtyoMWA
2023 Calendar Pictures
Listen to Ram Lingam explaining the ceremony. Listen to Steve Drake describing the Shrine of The Báb. Listen to Farida Master reflecting on the importance of light in Zoroastrianism Listen…
Dr Sajjad Naqvi: Faith, Science and Covid19
Dr Sajjad Naqvi is specialised in Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. In this interview he shares his thoughts about biological science, Covid-19 and his personal practices as a Muslim. https://youtu.be/EGcmCJW97K4
Water in Islam
Water in Islam - Meaning, Symbolism and Practices (Dr Sajjad Naqvi) and about the Importance according to Theology (Imam Muhammed Ismael Shaakir). https://youtu.be/VXPixGoxKcg https://youtu.be/e8p6X787h90
Eid Celebration at Parliament
Trustees of the Religious Diversity Centre were present at the 2021 celebrations for the end of the Ramadan, the Muslim month of fasting
Victim impact statements for the Christchurch terrorist sentencing
At the time of writing the sentencing of the Christchurch terrorist is taking place in the High Court. Our thoughts and prayers are enjoined with all New Zealanders and communities…
Ramadan
Ramadan 2020 Page 1: Ramadan, the fasting month for Muslims worldwide Page 2: Ramadan, restrictions in New Zealand under Covid-19 RAMADAN, the fasting month for Muslims worldwide, is the 9th…
Jewish Muslim student dialogues
Jewish Muslim students dialogue around the table The Religious Diversity Centre hosts Jewish-Muslim students dialogues each year in Auckland and in Wellington. Facilitated by RDC Trustee, Professor Paul Morris and…
Resilience in times of change
Manaakitanga – may we value it into the future- without the need of a crisis! That is a key message from the on-line panel discussion led by RDC trustee, Marc…
A note regarding March 15 and the critical importance of maintaining friendships with Muslim sisters and brothers . . .
The co-Chairs of the Religious Diversity Centre deeply value their ongoing friendship relationships with leaders within the Al Noor Mosque community. They will continue to stand in solidarity with all…
Press release after mosque attack 2019
Press Release Friday 15 March 2019 The Religious Diversity Centre is shocked and dismayed at the violence enacted today against the Muslim community in the Masjid Al Noor and the…