PaRD's Annual Forum 2025
PaRD’s General Assembly of Members and Annual Forum on Religion and Sustainable Development 2025: Faith-Inspired Action for Food Security, Justice, and Well-being (6-8 October 2025)
PaRD’s Annual Forum on Religion and Sustainable Development convenes a diverse array of representatives from governmental entities, mulitlateral organisations, academic institutions, civil society – including religious organisations – and development experts. Serving as a dynamic platform, the forum fosters knowledge exchange, showcases good practices, and facilitates collaboration on innovative approaches at the intersection of religion and development. It aims to shape actionable policies and practical recommendations, amplifying the contributions of religious actors to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) while enhancing their global visibility.
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