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Walid Sabri, Executive Director of the King Hamad Global Center for Coexistence and Tolerance, Munira Nofal Al-Dosari, confirmed that “the King Hamad Global Center translates the visions of the King to spread coexistence and tolerance into institutional programs and initiatives,” explaining that “the achievements of 2025 included a qualitative expansion in education and capacity building and the launch of the King Hamad Program for Leadership in Coexistence, in addition to organizing a Bahraini-European conference in Brussels and launching an international diploma in partnership with the University of Peace and Goia in Malta, while plans 2026 includes programs and initiatives based on 12 pillars of coexistence, from politics to health and the environment, supported by a network of national and international partnerships that includes international organizations, parliamentary bodies, and prestigious academic institutions, within the framework of cross-border cooperation to consolidate coexistence as a shared international responsibility. Munira Al-Dosari added in her first interview with Al-Watan, on the occasion of the first anniversary of the celebration of the International Day of Peaceful Coexistence, at the initiative of the Kingdom of Bahrain, that “The United Nations designating January 28, through a Bahraini initiative, as an International Day for Peaceful Coexistence crowns the Center’s achievements and reflects the international community’s confidence in Bahrain’s experience, giving it responsibility and an advanced international role, and enshrining Bahrain with a leadership role in promoting societal peace at the global level,” pointing out that “a Bahraini experience rooted in religious diversity is today transforming into a measurable institutional model, translating the values of Bahraini pluralism into a system of practical programs that begin with education and extend to intercultural dialogue.” And religions, while Bahrain’s membership in the Security Council enhances the Center’s role in combating hate speech internationally.” The Executive Director of the King Hamad Global Center for Coexistence and Tolerance stated that “the King Hamad Award for Coexistence establishes Bahrain’s presence as a global icon for dialogue among civilizations, by honoring leaders and initiatives that have a tangible impact in promoting understanding between cultures, and that the King Hamad Chair at Sapienza University in Rome attracts students from various countries of the world, as about 300 students and researchers benefited from the multilingual academic chair.” She noted Muneera Al-Dosari pointed out that the International Diploma in Coexistence concluded its second edition with the participation of 100 students from 63 countries, within an academic partnership with the University of Peace and the Joya Institute within a framework approved in the European Union, in parallel with preparing leaders in coexistence through the King Hamad Leadership Program in partnership with the 1928 Institute at the University of Oxford, which includes a “training of trainers” track to grant international accreditation that expands the impact of the program locally and globally, in addition to moving the green houses of worship project to the stage of technical implementation and installation of solar energy systems, through A partnership with “Electricity and Water” and “Derasat” to transform places of worship into models of environmental responsibility. And to the text of the dialogue: Is there an overview of the King Hamad Global Center for Coexistence and Tolerance? The King Hamad Global Center for Coexistence and Tolerance was established in 2018 by royal order from His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the great king of the country, may God protect and preserve him, to achieve His Majesty’s vision based on spreading the values of coexistence, tolerance, and respect for religions that have been rooted in the culture of Bahraini society since ancient times. The Center works to translate this vision into sustainable institutional programs and initiatives, within an integrated framework of the pillars of coexistence, in a way that reflects the experience of the Kingdom of Bahrain and enhances its international presence as a pioneering model. What are the most prominent achievements of the Center in 2025? – The year 2025 witnessed a qualitative expansion in the work of the Center, in the fields of education and capacity building. The Center also launched the first edition of the King Hamad Program for Leadership in Coexistence, and organized the second edition of the Joint Postgraduate Diploma in Coexistence in cooperation with the United Nations University for Peace and the United Nations Foundation for Peace. Joya Higher Education in Malta, in addition to organizing the third edition of the Bahraini-European Conference on Freedom of Religion and Belief in cooperation with the European Union in the Belgian capital, Brussels, under the slogan: “Practical Practice to Promote Coexistence.” These achievements were crowned by the United Nations’ adoption of the Center’s initiative to designate January 28 as an International Day for Peaceful Coexistence, in addition to deepening international partnerships in the fields of education and capacity building. The Center expanded its cooperation with international bodies, including the Inter-Parliamentary Union, UNESCO, and the Arigato International Foundation, as part of the transition to sustainable programs with a tangible impact. What are the most prominent strategic plans and programs for the Center in 2026? – In 2026, the Center focused on developing new programs and initiatives within the pillars of coexistence, which include: politics, legislation, economy, religion, humanitarian work, society, culture, media, science, education, environment, and health, in addition to strengthening academic and international partnerships, and linking The concepts of coexistence in public policies and community work, within the framework of the phase of consolidating and building a sustainable impact. This approach comes in line with the election of the Kingdom of Bahrain to non-permanent membership in the UN Security Council for the period “2026-2027”, and the advanced international responsibility it bears, as the Center works to devote the values of coexistence, tolerance and combating hate speech, in cooperation with the international community, and in a way that enhances the Kingdom’s presence as an influential actor in formulating the international discourse on societal peace and human understanding. Adopted by the United Nations on the 28th. January is an International Day for Peaceful Coexistence, based on an initiative by the Kingdom of Bahrain. It represents a historic achievement for the Kingdom of Bahrain, in addition to its ongoing efforts under the leadership of His Majesty the King of the country, may God protect and preserve him, within the framework of consolidating the principles of coexistence and tolerance.. Shall we address this matter? – The adoption by the United Nations General Assembly of the Kingdom of Bahrain’s initiative presented by the King Hamad Global Center for Coexistence and Tolerance regarding declaring January 28th of each year an International Day for Peaceful Coexistence comes as an extension of Due to the established approach of the Kingdom of Bahrain under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of the country, may God protect and preserve him, and the directives of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, may God protect him, in promoting peace, peaceful coexistence and dialogue at the global level. This accreditation reflects the confidence of the international community in the experience of the Kingdom of Bahrain, and gives it responsibility and an advanced role in leading relevant international efforts. From this standpoint, the Center views this day as a platform for work and cooperation. International, through which partnerships are activated, initiatives are put forward, and contributes to transforming shared values into a tangible and sustainable impact, in addition to consolidating this day in international memory as one of the unifying milestones called for by the current stage in light of the increasing challenges the world is witnessing that affect societal peace and human cohesion. The Kingdom of Bahrain will always remain the home of pluralism and a beacon of cultural harmony and religious and human coexistence.. How are these noble principles and values realized through the King Hamad Global Center for Coexistence and Tolerance? – Works The Center aims to translate these values into an integrated system of practical programs, starting with education and awareness-building, and extending to organized institutional dialogue between cultures and religions, leading to effective international partnerships that ensure the exchange of experiences and maximizing impact. The Center is based in this on a Bahraini experience rooted in pluralism and openness, where religious and cultural diversity throughout history has formed an integral part of the societal fabric. The Center is based on the conviction that coexistence is a practice that is managed, a responsibility that is built, and an impact that is measured. How has the King Hamad Award for Coexistence and Tolerance established the Kingdom of Bahrain as a global icon of religious tolerance and peaceful coexistence? It highlights initiatives and leaders that have a tangible impact in promoting understanding between cultures and societies, thus consecrating its global presence as an icon in supporting the values of mutual respect and human solidarity and encouraging people and organizations to pioneer efforts in the field of coexistence. May we touch on the initiative of the King Hamad Chair for Interfaith Dialogue and Coexistence? He sponsored, and whose educational system was prepared with the help of a group of specialized scholars and academics, and was specifically designed to enlighten the ideas of young people from all over the world to combat terrorism and support the values of coexistence. In terms of philosophy and vision: His Majesty’s philosophy is based on the belief that religious freedom is the basis of coexistence and interfaith dialogue at its core, “Ignorance is the enemy of peace,” and therefore education is the ideal tool for success. The chair is offered at Sapienza University in the Italian capital, Rome, and is taught in English and Italian, allowing Attracting students from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds and from various countries of the world. The chair is academically supervised by Professor Alessandro Saggioro, Professor of the History of Religions at Sapienza University, who has extensive academic and administrative experience in managing doctoral and postgraduate programs in the fields of religious studies and cultural history. The chair’s sponsorship has so far included about 300 students and researchers, within a multicultural academic environment, focusing on building critical knowledge, enhancing mutual understanding, and qualifying cadres capable of contributing to issues of coexistence and dialogue on the basis of Scientific and methodological. What is new about the Green Places of Worship Program Initiative? – The Green Places of Worship Initiative has witnessed significant progress during the recent period, as the King Hamad Global Center for Coexistence and Tolerance completed the coordination phase of the project in cooperation with the Electricity and Water Authority, and the Bahrain Center for Strategic, International and Energy Studies “Derasat”, in addition to the places of worship participating in the initiative. With the completion of this phase, the project moved to the technical implementation phase, which is currently being undertaken by the specialized investment company in cooperation with the Electricity and Water Authority, where work is underway directly with the places of worship registered on the sides. Technology for installing solar energy systems. The initiative aims to transform places of worship into practical models of environmental responsibility, enhancing their societal role, and linking the values of coexistence with responsible environmental practices. Is there an overview of the Postgraduate Diploma in Coexistence? Philosophy and vision? Introducing the university? And partnership? And academic accreditation? – The Joint Postgraduate Diploma in Coexistence is a specialized academic program based on a philosophy that links theoretical knowledge and practical application in the fields of coexistence, dialogue, and cultural and religious pluralism, and aims to prepare professional cadres capable of working in this field on solid scientific and methodological foundations. The diploma is offered in partnership with the United Nations Peace University and the Goya Institute for Higher Education in Malta, within an international academic framework accredited in the European Union that guarantees the quality of the content and its compatibility with approved academic standards. The program is currently underway. At the conclusion of its second edition, which included 100 students from 63 countries, its in-person final unit is scheduled to launch in the Kingdom of Bahrain during this month, allowing participants to interact directly and exchange applied experiences. The diploma’s design combines theoretical study, interactive education, and practical application, reflecting the center’s vision of establishing coexistence as an integrated field of knowledge and professionalism. What is new about the King Hamad Program for Leadership in Coexistence? Academic information? Philosophy and vision? Partnership? How does the program work? – The King Hamad Program for Leadership in Coexistence is a practical leadership program that aims to prepare leaders capable of transforming concepts of coexistence into practical practice within institutions and societies. The program is based on a philosophy that links building leadership awareness and developing applied skills in the areas of dialogue and peaceful conflict resolution. The program is offered in partnership with the Faith in Leadership Foundation and the 1928 Institute of the prestigious British University of Oxford, within a training curriculum that combines interactive sessions, practical training, and the implementation of applied projects. The program also includes a “training” track. Trainers”, which allows qualified participants to obtain accreditation as trainers in the field of coexistence, ensuring the sustainability of the impact and expanding the circle of benefit from the program at the local and international levels. What are the most prominent entities, institutions and bodies that the center deals with inside and outside the Kingdom of Bahrain? coexistence into practical policies and programmes. Internationally, the Center has active partnerships with United Nations organisations, prestigious educational and research institutions, and international parliamentary and religious bodies, allowing for the exchange of experiences and expanding the scope of impact. This cooperation is based on the firm conviction that consolidating coexistence is a shared responsibility, which can only be achieved through complementary work and cross-border partnerships.
