Barnet Multi Faith Forum (BMFF)
We are volunteers representing the diverse faith communities and organisations across Barnet
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We come together to engage in dialogue which aims to promote social cohesion and oppose prejudice, injustice, and bigotry
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We uphold the right to practice our religion, faith and customs in safe neighbourhoods
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We advocate to ensure that values of freedom of expression are safeguarded
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We aim to build bridges of trust and confidence based on greater understanding and knowledge of each other’s faiths, beliefs and customs
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We ensure that faith communities have a voice in relevant matters affecting issues of faith and belief in the Borough
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We celebrate cultural diversity and recognise the additional value this brings to the Borough
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We support social action projects designed to enhance the environment and living conditions of all in the Borough.
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We recognise that volunteering is the life blood of communities upholding civic responsibility.
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We celebrate that thousands of different people from diverse backgrounds willingly and freely give of their time and energy.
For more information please go to the BMFF website
Council of Christians and Jews (CCJ)
The Council of Christians and Jews (CCJ) is the leading nationwide forum for Christian-Jewish engagement:
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celebrating the history and diversity of both communities,
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facilitating constructive dialogue,
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enabling meaningful learning experiences; and providing opportunities for transformative change.
This engagement takes place in communities across UK through their branches as well as through their programmes.
There are three tranches to CCJ’s programmatic work: Education, Dialogue and Social Action.
When facilitating Christian-Jewish engagement, CCJ ensures that the following core values remain central:
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Promoting understanding
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Valuing difference
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Demonstrating empathy and respect
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Challenging prejudices
For more information please go to the CCJ website
