Memorandum of cooperation signed between the International Centre for Cultures and Religions and the Woolf Institute.

As part of the official visit of representatives of the Woolf Institute to the Republic of Kazakhstan, a Memorandum of cooperation was signed between the International Center for Cultures and Religions under the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Civil Society of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Woolf Institute.

The document was signed by Aidar Abuov, Director of the International center for cultures and religions, and Edward Kessler, Director of the Woolf Institute.

The Memorandum will allow for a systematic exchange of information, research experience and practice, as well as consultations, joint events and lectures on topical issues in the religious sphere. In addition, the parties intend to promote cooperation in promoting inter-religious dialogue and harmony, as well as educational programs for representatives of religious associations.

During the meeting, Ph. D., Professor Aidar Abuov told about the activities of the International center of cultures and religions. According to him, the Center's activities are aimed at promoting the unique experience of the Republic of Kazakhstan in strengthening interfaith harmony and interreligious dialogue at the international level, organizing and holding a Congress of leaders of world and traditional religions, scientific and methodological support for the activities of state agencies.

Director of the Woolf Institute, Edward Kessler, offered to organize a 16-week educational program on religion and culture on the basis of the Institute, as well as to assist in the organization of a summer school for representatives of religious associations in Kazakhstan.

Following the meeting, the parties expressed mutual interest in developing further cooperation and interaction in the field of tolerance and peace building.

Note that the Woolf Institute is a world leader in academic research on relations between Muslims, Christians and Jews. It was founded by Dr. Edward Kessler and Professor Martin Ford in 1998. The Institute is recognized worldwide for the excellence of its research, training, policy, and educational programs.