We are thrilled to announce an upcoming event featuring our exceptional 2023 cohort of students in our Study of the U.S. Institutes Program on Religious Diversity and Democracy. This summer, 20 emerging leaders from Egypt, Lebanon, Iraq, India, and Indonesia will spend five weeks with the Dialogue Institute learning about the varied religious landscape of the U.S., and its relationship to democratic ideals and practice. Students will also learn the skills of dialogue and civic leadership.

On July 18th, 2023 from 4:00 - 5:30 PM, at Temple University’s Mazur Hall 7 these students will share how their experiences and learning in the U.S. will be applied to a community action project to be implemented in their home countries.

Since 2008, the Dialogue Institute has equipped more than 300 young adult leaders who have become agents of change who work to practice pluralism, and democracy, and advance understanding, compassion, and dialogue across differences through civic, religious, and academic leadership.

This event will take place at Temple University in Mazur Hall 7, just off the main lobby. We invite all community members and friends of the Dialogue Institute and Temple University to mark their calendars and join us for this exciting and informative event! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn from these exceptional students and be inspired to make a difference in your own community. Special greetings will be offered by:

• Dr. Khalid Blankinship, Chair, Religion Department, Temple University

• Dr. Emilia Zankina, Dean Temple University Rome, Interim Vice Provost for Global Engagement, Temple University