Center for Reduction of Religious-based Conflict
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From the Director
Have you ever wondered whether Religious- Based Conflict is really that important to us? Why, beyond the sorrow and sadness we might feel, should we care about this “problem” since it doesn’t really involve many of us? We’ve had those questions asked of us by interviewers and other curious but unsure people when they hear of our work. These are compelling questions from thoughtful people and deserve a serious response.
The Center came into being just because, at the time of its forming, the majority of people, especially in the western world, had similar feelings. Religious-based conflict and its ensuing violence was something which happened in far-away places, not where they lived. Very few understood why it was important to not only pay attention to this phenomenon, but also what effect it had on those of us who were not directly affected by it. After the tragedy in the USA of September 11, 2001 the western world, particularly the Americans, became fascinated with this problem, seeing it for the first time for what it was - hard-hitting evidence of serious, long- term conflicts involving extreme religious beliefs emphasizing their differences with others - not of religions but rather by individuals and groups using religion as the basis for these beliefs. And, it did now, for the first time, involve all people of the western world.
There are several reasons why religious-based conflict is important - to all of us. First, when innocent people and their property are attacked it is a moral or humanitarian issue, and as such, cannot go unnoticed.
For more click here or navigate to the Fall Update 2025 below.