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Faith for Earth Initiative

Spiritual values for more than 80% of the people living on earth have been driving individual
behaviors. In many countries, spiritual beliefs and religions are main drivers for cultural values,
social inclusion, political engagement, and economic prosperity.

Since its resolution in 2008 on the “promotion of interreligious and intercultural dialogue, understanding
and cooperation for peace” the UN General Assembly encouraged the promotion of dialogue among all
cultures for promoting interreligious and intercultural dialogue, tolerance and understanding.

Mission

“To encourage, empower and engage with faith-based organizations as partners, at all levels,
toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and fulfilling the 2030 Agenda.”

Vision

A world where everything is in balance.

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UNEP and the Parliament of the World’s Religions launch new book to catalyze
climate action
Nairobi/Chicago, 8 October, 2020 – The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Parliament of the
World’s Religions today released a new book, "Faith for Earth — A Call for Action", which gives readers
a wide-ranging look at the history and diversity of faith teachings and their advocacy for the protection of
the environment.

The online book and its print edition were launched today during the Faith…

In Focus
National Coordination Hub India, Lebanon, Bosnia & Herzegovina

Faith for Earth is nationalizing efforts to engage with faith actors in different countries with the purpose to
map religious institutions, conduct capacity building training of faith leaders and launch advocacy
campaigns on the role of religion and the environment. The overall objectives are to identify local
priorities, establish national networks, increase awareness, and encourage visible actions.

Faith in the Frontline with COVID19

Faith-based organizations and religious institutions have been in the frontline mitigating the impacts of
COVID19 and providing communities with much needed guidance and support. 

Yale Forum on Religion and Ecology

Uniting our efforts on faith-environmental advocacy building on the Forum’s extensive work over the past
two decades. Faith for Earth joined forces with Yale Forum on Religion and Ecology to help transition to
a more sustainable post-COVID-19 world.

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Interfaith Rainforest Initiative

A global effort unites all faiths to end tropical deforestation.

Faith for Earth Unites Religions Against Climate Change

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Introduction of Faith for Earth

The Faith for Earth initiative from UN Environment is uniting religions around the world to focus on
environmental issues.

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Events
Interfaith Engagement at the UN Water Conference 2023

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Publication

Faith for Nature: Our Sacred Commitment

Resources
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