Len and Libby Traubman Interfaith Fellowship

CFCD’s Youth Interfaith Fellowship, named after Len and Libby Traubman, is a unique initiative aimed at fostering understanding, dialogue, and cooperation among young people from diverse religious backgrounds. It provides a platform for youth to come together, learn about different faith traditions, and promote interfaith harmony and cooperation. The project typically brings together young participants from various religious communities, including but not limited to Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, and others. The participants are usually selected through an application process that considers their commitment to interfaith dialogue, leadership potential, and willingness to engage in respectful and open-minded discussions.During the fellowship program, participants engage in a range of activities designed to deepen their understanding of different religious beliefs, practices, and traditions. These activities may include:

1. Workshops and Seminars: Participants attend workshops and seminars led by religious leaders, scholars, and experts, who provide insights into their respective faiths. These sessions may cover topics such as religious texts, rituals, ethics, and spirituality.

2. Interfaith Dialogue Sessions: Participants engage in structured dialogues where they have the opportunity to share their beliefs, experiences, and perspectives. These sessions encourage respectful listening, empathy, and the exploration of common values and shared concerns.

3. Site Visits: Participants visit places of worship, such as mosques, churches, synagogues, temples, and gurdwaras, to observe religious practices and rituals. These visits provide firsthand experiences and allow participants to ask questions and engage in discussions with members of those communities.

4. Community Service Projects: The fellowship program often includes community service projects that promote interfaith collaboration and address social issues. This may involve volunteering at local charities, organizing interfaith events, or working on initiatives that benefit marginalized groups.

5. Cultural Exchanges: Participants have opportunities to share their cultural traditions, including music, dance, art, and cuisine, with their fellow participants. These exchanges help foster appreciation and understanding of different cultural backgrounds.

6. Leadership Development: The program emphasizes the development of leadership skills among participants. They are encouraged to take on leadership roles within the fellowship and are provided with mentorship and guidance to enhance their ability to promote interfaith understanding in their own communities.The Youth Interfaith Fellowship Program aims to create a network of young leaders committed to promoting interfaith understanding and cooperation. By nurturing relationships, building bridges, and fostering mutual respect, the program seeks to empower young people to become catalysts for positive change in their communities and beyond.