• February 1-7 every year is observed as World Interfaith Harmony Week (WIHW)

• It was instituted by the United Nations General Assembly in 2010

• Mutual apprehension & interreligious dialogue account for important dimensions of a culture of peace and non-violence.

• The General Assembly established WIHW as a way to encourage harmony between all people, irrespective of faith.

• Religious & spiritual communities are key to fighting against climate change and achieving SDGs.

• The UNEP promotes faith-based organizations to work collectively with them.

• They’re working against erratic climate events by:

1. Spreading the science of climate change through preachers

2. Transforming worship places into renewable infrastructure

3. Advocating for climate justice

4. Promoting tree-growing projects

• The concept was first proposed by King Abdullah II of Jordan at the UN in 2010

• The proposal was adopted by the General Assembly after acknowledging the immediate need to foster better relationships between different religious groups

• This observance offers a platform for people to come together & celebrate their differences in a world frequently divided by religious conflicts & misunderstandings

• The various activities done during this week include:

1. Cultural exchange

2. Interfaith dialogue & discussions

3. Community service projects

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