RfP was established in 1970 as an international non-governmental organization. It obtained general consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council in 1999. As an international network of religious communities encompassing over 90 countries, the Religions for Peace family engages in conflict resolution, humanitarian assistance and other peace building activities through dialogue and cooperation across religions.

RfP Japan was established in 1972 as a committee for the International issues supported by Japanese Association of Religious Organizations.

Their goals are calling on religious communities to deeply reflect on their practices, address any that are exclusionary in nature, and engage in dialogue with each other in the spirit of tolerance and understanding. Facilitating multi-religious collaboration in making peace initiatives. Working with peace organizations in all sectors and countries to address global issues. And finally implementing religiously based peace education and awareness-raising activities.

Website

https://www.wcrp.or.jp/en/

Contact

rfpj-info@wcrp.pr.jp