King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz International Centre for Interreligious and Intercultural Dialogue (KAICIID) has launched a call to nominate “Heroes of Dialogue”. Today, more than ever, the stories of “dialogue heroes” among us – individual agents of hope and change who have committed themselves to fostering peaceful coexistence in their communities – need to be heard.
If you know of an inspirational individual who has contributed to fostering peace in his/her community and used dialogue to bridge difference, we would welcome their nomination! The top candidates will be featured in a hardcover publication so that their stories can serve as an inspiration for others to become dialogue advocates in their own communities.
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Eligibility
Candidates may be from any country, age group, and religious or ethnic background. They are not required to be affiliated with the Centre; however, nominees need to have used interreligious/intercultural dialogue to further peaceful coexistence. Furthermore, their featured story or project must align with the Centre’s values.
Selection Criteria
The International Dialogue Centre KAICIID welcomes the nomination of any candidate who fulfils all, or a majority of the following characteristics:
- Demonstrated leadership in fostering safe, inclusive and just communities.
- An active builder of bridges across communities of religious and ethnic difference.
- Firmly committed to reducing discrimination or violence against marginalized communities
- Successfully equipping communities in conflict areas with dialogue, mediation, or conflict resolution skills.
- Actively raising awareness locally and/or globally about the positive, transformative power of dialogue.
- Effectively implementing initiatives which promote mutual understanding, peaceful coexistence, and social cohesion.
Selection Process
Individuals will be chosen for the book based on a ranking of criteria from nominations received during the open application period. Preference will be given to nominees who are not regularly in the spotlight or frequently highlighted in KAICIID publications. Please note that the eligibility of all individuals will be subject to verification of the accuracy of application materials. The selection process may also include interviews with references familiar with the nominee’s contributions to peacebuilding.
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How to Apply
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Deadline is September 25, 2018.
Individuals may nominate themselves or others for the award. Selected individuals will be contacted before November 1, 2018.
About The International Dialogue Centre (KAICIID)
KAICIID is an intergovernmental organization that promotes dialogue to build peace in conflict areas. It does this by enhancing understanding and cooperation between people of different cultures and followers of different religions.
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