Equality for Training and Human Rights Cooperation Circle (CC), in partnership with URI MENA, successfully organized a transformative workshop in celebration of World Interfaith Harmony Week (WIHW) under the theme “Uniting for Peace.”
The event, held in Madaba, featured a workshop led by Dr. Heba Haddadin, Executive Director of Equality CC, who focused on the shared values that bind humanity together. Dr. Haddadin illuminated the threefold mission of URI (United Religions Initiative): to foster enduring, daily interfaith cooperation, to eliminate religiously motivated violence, and to build cultures of peace, justice, and healing for the Earth and all living beings.
The workshop encouraged participants to engage deeply with the core values of URI, highlighting the profound impact of promoting justice and peace on a global scale.
As a hands-on activity, attendees worked collaboratively to create the URI logo, symbolizing the important work URI does to bridge gaps between religious and spiritual traditions. This creative exercise took place at the Mosaic Art and Restoration Institute in Madaba Governorate, a fitting venue for the expression of unity through art.
More than 15 women from the local community actively participated in the event, contributing their energy and creativity to craft a mosaic artwork that reflects the key messages of peace, tolerance, and solidarity promoted during WIHW.
The artwork will serve as a lasting symbol of the collective commitment to unity across religious and cultural lines.
In her remarks, Dr. Haddadin expressed pride in the participation of local women, recognizing their role as catalysts for positive change within their communities. She stated, “We are proud to have women from the local community involved in this project, as they represent a driving force for change in their societies. We hope that this artwork will stand as a symbol of brotherhood and peaceful coexistence, representing all components of society. This artistic endeavor reflects our commitment to fostering dialogue, tolerance, and shared citizenship among diverse religious groups. We firmly believe that art is a universal language, capable of transcending linguistic and cultural barriers, and conveying messages of peace and love to the hearts of people everywhere.”
The event was not only a creative exploration of interfaith cooperation but also a meaningful reflection of the power of community, collaboration, and artistic expression in advancing peace. By engaging participants in both intellectual discussions and hands-on artistic creation, Equality CC and URI MENA demonstrated how collective action—rooted in shared values—can shape a more peaceful, just, and understanding world.
