Impact of Faith Communities at COP

Impact of Faith Communities at COP

Join us online to explore how faith communities are making a difference at COP - see you there!

By Centre for Religion, Reconciliation and Peace

Date and time

Mon, 3 Jun 2024 05:00 - 07:00 PDT

Location

Online

Agenda

1:00 PM - 1:10 PM

Opening Remarks

Professor Mark Owen


Prof. Mark Owen is Director of the University's Centre for Religion, Reconciliation and Peace. He gained a First Class BA in Theology and Religious Studies; he holds an MA in Death in World Religions...

1:10 PM - 1:20 PM

Research Summary: Faith-Based Impact at COP26

Donna-Marie Fry


Donna-Marie Fry is a dedicated learning and development professional deeply committed to peace education. With over ten years of experience collaborating with Non-Profit and Non-Governmental Organiza...

1:20 PM - 1:35 PM

The World on our Doorstep: Motivating Scottish Churches for a Green Mainstream

Reverend David Coleman


Reverend David Coleman is Environmental Chaplain for Eco Congregation Scotland, to which post he has since 2018 been seconded full time by the United Reformed Church, supported also through the Chu...

1:35 PM - 1:50 PM

Faith for the Climate: How UK Faith Groups Made COP26 Count

Multiple - See Description


Canon Giles Goddard, Vicar of St. John’s, Waterloo, is Chair of Faith for the Climate, advocating interfaith action on climate change. He brings expertise from roles in the Church of England’s Enviro...

1:50 PM - 2:05 PM

Interfaith Scotland: Faith-Based Action in Scotland

Francis Hume


Frances Hume has been the National Development Officer at Interfaith Scotland since 2007. Originally from Northern Ireland, Frances studied at the University of St Andrews, graduating with a Master o...

2:05 AM - 2:20 PM

UK Brahma Kumaris: The Talanoa Dialogue

Multiple - See Description


Valériane Bernard, a Raja Yoga meditation practitioner since 1986, represents Brahma Kumaris at the UN, Geneva, promoting climate justice and gender equality. She co-chairs the Interfaith Liaison Com...

2:20 PM - 2:55 PM

Q + A

All presenters


Participants may put questions to any of the presenters and they will do their best to answer them in this slot. Any questions that remain unanswered will be placed on this Padlet to be responded to ...

2:55 PM - 3:00 PM

Closing Remarks

Professor Mark Owen

About this event

  • 2 hours

Impact of Faith Communities at COP

Welcome to our online event where we will explore the Impact of Faith Communities at the Conference of Parties (COP). Join us as we delve into how various faith groups are contributing to environmental sustainability and climate action. Discover the powerful role that faith-based organizations play in advocating for a greener future. This event is a unique opportunity to learn about the intersection of faith and environmentalism. Don't miss out on this discussion!

Frequently asked questions

Where can I find the research presented in this webinar?

Here is the link to the full report: https://tinyurl.com/impact-fullreport and the Advocacy Brief: https://tinyurl.com/faith-based-advocacy-brief

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