Inclusive Faith Project
The RDC is partnering with the Ministry of Social Development, the Ministry for Disabled People, Yes! Disability and Inclusive Aotearoa Collective to support a series of regional gatherings that will…
The RDC is partnering with the Ministry of Social Development, the Ministry for Disabled People, Yes! Disability and Inclusive Aotearoa Collective to support a series of regional gatherings that will…
The January page of the 2023 RDC Calendar depicts the ritual of Aarti. Listen to Ram Lingam to hear what it is about: https://youtu.be/m9EPZxzgJKg
05 January 2023: Today, our Sikh friends celebrate the birth of Guru Gobind Singh, their 10th guru.Guru Gobind Singh bestowed a new discipline - the Khalsa and gave the Sikhs…
The December picture of the 2022 RDC Calendar shows a holy water font situated in a Catholic church. Dr Christopher Longhurst explains its meaning. https://youtu.be/CC2DdDSQvws
UN Secretary-General António Guterres speaks at COP27 in Egypt:
'Religions for Peace' offers: Religions for Peace, in partnership with the City Council of Manresa, Catalonia, Spain and Religions for Peace-Spain-GTER, is honoured to invite you to virtually participate in the "At a Crossroads: A Multireligious…
https://youtu.be/szG3dN3uGbM
New Zealand's Hui on Countering Terrorism and Violent Extremism was held 1-2 November 2022.“The goal of this second Countering Terrorism and Violent Extremism Hui is to pursue a safer New…
Together in Humanity - Event in Christchurch TiH-2022-posterDownload
The 2022 Calendar is available now- order your copy today.
St Matthew-in-the-City is an Anglican church in the heart of bustling central Auckland.Here is an example of their contribution to the environment: St Matthew-in-the-City is making the climate crisis a…
RDC Calendar 2022: For the month of October, the Religious Diversity Centre Calendar features a picture of the coast of The Golden Temple of Amritsar - one of the most…
The September picture of the 2022 RDC Calendar shows a mikveh.Listen to Dr Leonard Bloksberg as he explains the meaning of this Jewish ritual bath. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTxx7iKCBq4
Article published in NZ Catholic, 31 July 2022
Dr Leonard Bloksberg has been a Lecturer at the University of California and a Professor at Michigan State University.He is member and regular service leader at the Progressive Jewish Synagogue…
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 - 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
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URI, the international interfaith ‘United Religions Initiative’ organisation invites individuals, religious and interfaith communities, to save the date August 6th for the first Nuclear Prayer Day. We in Aotearoa New Zealand have…
Prof Douglas Pratt in conversation with Beate Matthies. https://youtu.be/sRo2xEbHTcA
Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is celebrating 50 years of Religious Studies.One of the speakers at the celebrations on 27 July is Emeritus Professor Paul Morris, a Trustee of…
RDC Calendar 2022: For the month of July, the Religious Diversity Centre Calendar 2022 features a picture of the “Baptism according to the traditions of The Church of Jesus Christ…
COP26 - Maori & Pasifika Voices Presentation of Statement Hate Speech Restrictions Emergency Management Book Launch Prof Douglas Pratt Book Launch Prof Edwina Pio YLC - Auckland YLC - Dunedin…
Tracking your Household Carbon Footprint
This group gets together to share Life Stories in the context of environmental sustainability. For more information, see here. Let us know if you have a story to share.Here are…
RDC Calendar 2022: For the month of June, the Religious Diversity Centre Calendar features a picture of the coast of Kaikoura.Listen to Jenny Te Paa Daniel as she explains the…
The origins of the Bahá’í Faith explained.
RDC Calendar 2022: For the month of May, the Religious Diversity Centre Calendar 2022 features a picture of the "Bathing of the Buddha". Caitlin Bush describes the ritual in this…
Here is an introduction in the history and tradition of Zoroastrians: https://youtu.be/pZLFvf2AsA8
Here is an introduction into the history and traditions of the Sikh Religion: https://rdc.org.nz/the-sikh-religion-verpal-singh/
The State and Religion:"The State seeks to treat all faith communities and those who profess no religion equally before the law. New Zealand has no official or established religion." (National…
According to Glocalities, their World Survey from 2020 showed that the 5 top values identified in countries of the European Union, the UK, Ukraine and Russia are:Caring, Friendship, Wisdom, Freedom,…
RDC Calendar 2022: The ceremony of Coptic Christian Baptism explained...
Eco Church encourages congregations in environmental action, integrating eco-friendly choices through worship and teaching, buildings, facilities and land management, community and global partnerships and sustainable lifestyles.
Dr Chris Longhurst - the New Zealander who was part of the 2020 KAICIID Fellowship Programme
An initiative for and with marginalised people around Wellington.
How can Christian Social Services contribute as citizens of Earth and be involved with Climate Change?
Beth Lew introduces a project in Palmerston North
RDC Calendar 2022: The picture of the month of March is dedicated to the Zoroastrians
Dr Paul Blaschke was guest on the radio programme Muffin Talk .Paul has extensive experience in urban ecology, biodiversity conservation, sustainability and development issues.When the Religious Diversity Centre set up…
The Jewish concept of Tikkun Olam explained by Dr Paul Blaschke
RDC Calendar 2022: Steve Drake explains the history of the Baha'i Fountain at the Ridvan Garden which is featured for the month of February
RDC Calendar 2022: Ram Lingam explains the meaning of the Hindu Feast Magh Snan which is featured for the month of January
RDC Calendar 2022: Explanations to the pictures used
Glasgow" for the Religious Diversity Centre Aotearoa New Zealand during the time of COP26
Here is a short version of the video recorded at the event: https://vimeo.com/642214720/cb2ea1331c Full Video of the event: https://vimeo.com/636026569/c13af84850
The Presentation of a Statement to the Government from Religious Leaders and Interfaith Groups of Aotearoa New Zealand regarding our national commitment to the COP26 in Glasgow, Scotland (November 2021) in Wellington, 19 October 2021
Reflecting on the Maori and Pasifika voices at COP26 - Jenny Te Paa Daniel (RDC Co-Chairperson) in conversation with Sunlou Liuvaie (Pasifika Trust, Palmerston North) and Rod Oram (New Zealand journalist, connecting from Glasgow, Scotland)
Prayer and Meditation Vigil Launch of Scottish Interfaith Week
Rod Oram in conversation with Paul Blaschke
https://youtu.be/oy2tDmbcVmg
Official presentation of Interfaith Statement to Minister for Climate Change, James Shaw
Statement presented to Minister James Shaw for COP26
Zoroastrianism is an ancient religion - and is all about Wisdom
RDC Trustee Professor Edwina Pio, member of Kāpuia, the Ministerial Advisory Group on the Government’s Response to the Royal Commission of Inquiry into the terrorist attack on Christchurch mosques has…
The national Religious Literacy & Competency Survey The survey will gain evidence of the level of religious literacy and competency in the population. It will seek to discover the level…
Questions asked by the audience of the webinar. Answers by Prof Douglas Pratt and Prof Paul Spoonley. Here are further questions that were asked during or right after the Webinar…
In this Webinar the panellists are going to look at the Proposals against Incitement of Hatred and Discrimination with a special focus on protecting members of religious communities.
Debbie Miller, the educator at Beth Shalom in Auckland, explains why food is important for religious practices in Judaism. https://youtu.be/5S8bBKMs9XU
The second hui on Emergency Management took place in the Avondale Islamic Centre.
These 6 Hui across the Auckland Region are organised in cooperation between Auckland Emergency Management and The Religious Diversity Centre. Places-of-Worship-flyer-ALLDownload
King Abdullah II UN WIHW 2021 Prize for Wellington Interfaith Council
The Sikh Religion - it's origins and meanings
Leadership Diversity Days 2021: An opportunity for the next year’s school leaders to meet together, to listen to students of diverse faiths and backgrounds and to discuss and formulate ideas about what being a New Zealand leader means.
Trustees of the Religious Diversity Centre were present at the 2021 celebrations for the end of the Ramadan, the Muslim month of fasting
Reimagining Faith and Management - The Impact of Faith in the Workplace
Prof Douglas Pratt, RDC Trustee, has published a new book.
The National Interfaith Forum, held every two years and last year postponed due to Covid-19, was then scheduled for May 2022. The Forum was to be hosted by the Tauranga…
Youth Programme: Discussions and Sharing at Leadership Diversity Days
The RDC joined many other faith and interfaith groups in making a submission on the Climate Change Commission draft report to the Government.
Ramadan - nut just fasting for the stomach...
The Jewish community celebrated Pessach on 3/4 April and 7 weeks later, on 17/18 May, they will celebrate the feast of Shavuot. Listen to the interview on Muffin Talk with…
The Christian celebration of Easter - explained for people of all faiths
Religious Leaders Forum 2021
Book Launch: Reimagining Faith and Management
Concepts explained: The meaning of light in Hinduism, Judaism and Christianity
Jewish Feast Days explained: Purim
Perspectives from young people
On Sunday 1 November Sensei Amala Wrightson and Kathryn Argetsinger launched their book Finding Your Seat, A Zen Handbook. Sensei Amala was in person at the Auckland Zen Centre and…
Prof Douglas Pratt explains the importance in understanding Religion & Time
People long distance on the screen, people gathered in the room, trustees and guests - all were able to take part in lively discussion at the AGM of the Religious…