The Global Interfaith Network

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We envision a just world in which the dignity, faith, spirituality and human rights of persons of all SSOGIE are honoured, supported, and protected

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  1. Feb 2

    : Today is Candlemas, a day in the Christian church where religious leaders bless the candle supply for that year. For many Christians, these candles serve as a reminder and symbol of Jesus Christ, whom they call The Light of the World.

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    Jan 25

    & encounter significant challenges in engaging with & traditional leaders, including those who identified these challenges within the Inclusivity Community of Practice

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    Jan 24

    120 church officials come out as LGBT+ in powerful stand against Catholic homophobia

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    Jan 21

    Senegal rejects bid toughen strict anti-LGBT law.

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    Jan 12

    NEWS: Elżbieta, Anna & Joanna's not guilty verdict upheld! 🏳️‍🌈 Thousands of you demanded the charges against three women for their peaceful activism were dropped. After an appeal by prosecutors, TODAY their not guilty verdict has been upheld! 🌈

    Three circular image of the three women against a blackground. Text reads "News, Poland: Not guilty verdict upheld. The authorities' appeal against the acquittal of 3 human rights defenders for peaceful LGBTI activism in Poland has been dismissed."
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  6. Jan 1

    Wishing everyone a happy and prosperous New Year from all of us at the Global Interfaith Network! ✨❤️🧡💛💚💙💜✨

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  7. 28 Dec 2021

    Have you listened to our podcast on Spiritual Growth in Times of Crisis? If not, now is always a good time!

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  8. 26 Dec 2021

    We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu. We remember his great Christian discipleship, his indomitable faith and spirit which made him a key figure in the fight against multiple forms of injustice. May his soul Rest In Peace

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  9. 26 Dec 2021

    Today is St Stephen's Day - the Feast Day of the first Christian Martyr, Stephen, who was a deacon in the early Church at Jerusalem. is the patron saint of deacons and stonemasons.

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  10. 24 Dec 2021

    Wishing a very Merry Christmas to all those who are celebrating! May joy, love and peace be your gifts today.

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  11. 23 Dec 2021

    The GIN Secretariat will be taking a short break from today, 23 December 2021, until the 3rd of January 2022. If you are taking time off, may it be restful, peaceful and safe!

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  12. 10 Dec 2021

    GIN-SSOGIE Newsletter December 2021: Moving Forward Together -

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  13. 26 Oct 2021

    Intersex Awareness Day is celebrated every year on 26 October to highlight the human rights situations facing intersex people around the world, and to celebrate their visibility. To learn more about the issues facing intersex people➡️

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  14. 20 Oct 2021

    Two important questions we must ask when holding our dialogues: 1️⃣ Who holds the space where we meet? 2️⃣ Who holds the power in that space and how is this communicated?

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  15. 20 Oct 2021

    ➡️ Strengthening your own dignity and being able to ‘catch all the stones thrown at you’. ➡️ We gain wisdom from those around us and the gifts they bring. This is what helps us to work well together.

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  16. 20 Oct 2021

    Why is ‘Nothing about us without us’ so important in this work? ➡️ We are all different and we cannot speak for other people’s lived experiences. ➡️ People need space and support to share their issues. ➡️ Participation is important - contributing to the change you want.

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  17. 20 Oct 2021

    Question: Are there spaces where people who hold formal power want to meet us halfway? ➡️ Broadly, we seem to value authority over service. People then want to enforce that authority instead of acting in service. ➡️ In this space, we can choose to value service over authority.

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  18. 20 Oct 2021

    Suggestion: A code of conduct needs to be an important part of the beginning of each engagement - it must be signed by each person attending. This is a mandate to take ethical issues and practices seriously.

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  19. 20 Oct 2021

    Preventing issues related to fraud, etc: ✅ Request original receipts ✅ Ensure accurate, timely reporting ✅ Take note of losses of, or tampering with, important documents

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