The United Religions Initiative (URI) is an international interfaith organization built on a grassroots structure known as “cooperation circles.” Cooperation Circles range in size from a minimum of seven members to tens of thousands, representing at least three faiths or traditions, including the non-religious, and subscribe to the shared vision outlined in URI’s Charter. They are connected to one another and the global URI network through eight regional anchor points, where regional coordinators help CCs build capacity, organize regional gatherings and trainings, and seed new CCs. URI’s global office in San Francisco provides support for regional leaders, maintains a global communications network, organizes conferences to bring CCs together from all over the globe, and supports three global initiatives, the Traveling Peace Academy, the Young Leaders Program and the Environmental Satellite.
For more information about URI, see http://www.uri.org
Prevent and mediate conflict, heal violence-torn communities, and promote equitable development.
Youth
Prepare a new generation of leaders for interfaith social action.
United Nations
Catalyze grassroots action around UN issues and initiatives and share URI’s work with the international community
Environment
Prevent global warming and preserve natural resources as well as the diversity of our ecosystems.
Women
Promote women’s rights, educate women and girls, prevent violence and build cultures of respect and equality.
