URI Stories of Impact

Our community is working tirelessly to bring peace and justice in all areas of the world regardless of religion. Read stories straight from the organizers.

Bill Swing

Reflections on the Elections and Nuclear Weapons

Last Sunday, Bishop William Swing, Founding Trustee and President Emeritus, delivered a sermon at Grace Cathedral, in San Francisco.

In his words: "Next week, we will elect a president of the United States. Among the myriad responsibilities that go with the office, none is of greater magnitude than the use of nuclear weapons."

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URI AL&C Online Youth Training

Between August and September 2021, the URI AL&C Online Youth Training organized by the URI Global Program for the participation of youth was developed with the intervention of 15 young people from the CCs: Aflaiai, Constructores de Puentes, Teusaquillo, Mukua, Quinaroes , COEMATI, The Descendants of Guatemaya, Samay, ACRE from the countries: Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Guatemala, Panama and Venezuela.

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URI Statement on Escalating Violence in the Israel-Hamas War

URI remains alarmed by the escalation of violence between Israel and Hamas & expresses grave concern for the civilians on the ground.

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Terrorist attack on Gay Bar in Orlando Florida

Jun 12, 2016.

Dear URI Family,

It is with great sadness that the members of the LGBTQ CC received the news of one of the most tragic shootings in America, the worst since 911.

Finding Ways to Live Together

Jun 10, 2016. Since May of 2012, an idea was born to teach a curriculum that would make us better thinkers, better workers, and better activists for our community.

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URI Europe's Monthly Proverb

A gentle reminder from URI Europe to listen with our eyes and our ears!

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URI Korea Plans for SDG Implementation at 66th UNDPI/NGO Conference

URI Korea attended the 66th Annual UNDPI/NGO Conference, bringing together civil society leaders and UN actors to mobilize global communities for change.

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Spring Update from Caravan CC

Caravan CC uses the arts to build peace and understanding between the Middle East and the West. Read about their recent major art exhibitions and URI's Circles of Light gala!

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The Weekly Shot: A Symphony of Peace in Pakistan

Despite what the newspapers might say, people on the ground everywhere are constantly working for peace, and interfaith efforts in places like Pakistan are particularly special.

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URI-Africa Welcomes the President of South Korea to Africa

URI-Africa welcomed the visit of H.E. Mrs. Park Geun-hye, President of South Korea, as she embarked on a three-nation tour in Africa that is expected to boost bilateral ties.

URI Africa Signs MOU with GIMI For Training and Capacity-Building Opportunities

URI Africa's Ambassador Mussie Hailu recently signed an MOU for greater capacity building and leadership training for greater interfaith approaches to thematic peacebuilding priorities.

President Obama Visits Hiroshima, Echoing URI Prayer

Jun 02, 2016. Today, Barack Obama stands in Hiroshima, Japan, honoring the residents of the city and all who were affected by the tragic nuclear bombing of WWII.

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Symphony of Peace Prayers and Soul of WoMen Celebration in Pakistan

URI Pakistan took part in the global Symphony of Peace Prayers and Soul of WoMen celebrations earlier this May, bringing together various cultural and faith groups across the country.