Welcome to Global Interfaith University

"Advancing Scholarship for peace in a religiously diverse world"

About Global Interfaith University

Global Interfaith University (GIU) is a globally recognized university dedicated to fostering religious literacy, promoting religious tolerance, and facilitating constructive engagement between different faith traditions. We strive to create a community of learners who understand and respect different religious beliefs and practices. Our curriculum is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the world's religions and their role in shaping human culture and history. Global Interfaith University is a Member of the Higher Education Sustainability Initiative (HESI)- chaired by the UN DESA. a community of UN entities, university networks and higher education institutions committed to advancing sustainable development. We seek to be a beacon of hope and harmony in a world often divided by religious misunderstandings and conflicts. We are promoting access, equity, and quality in education through a range of innovative programs aimed at fostering understanding and collaboration among diverse communities.

Global Interfaith University (GIU) is Premier accredited by MACCA (No. 053/2024–2030). MACCA has Dual and Reciprocal Accreditation with IARC - Independent Accreditation and Rating Agency of the Kyrgyz Republic (IARC/NIARS), recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic and a full member of the International Network of Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education (INQAAHE).

Academics

Our academic programs are designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of religious traditions and their role in shaping human history and culture. Our faculty includes leading scholars and practitioners of different religious traditions, ensuring that students receive a balanced and nuanced education. We offer undergraduate and graduate programs in a variety of fields, including theology, religious studies, and interfaith dialogue.

Research

Our research initiatives are aimed at advancing interfaith understanding and promoting religious tolerance. We conduct cutting-edge research on different religious traditions, their history, culture, and impact on society. Our research also focuses on the intersections between religion and other fields, such as politics, economics, and science. We are committed to producing research that has a positive impact on society and contributes to interfaith dialogue.

Community

We are creating a global interfaith community that fosters dialogue and acceptance of the world’s diverse religious and spiritual traditions. Our educational programs focus on learning about different faiths, beliefs, practices and traditions. Through this, we are helping to alleviate misconceptions and build bridges of understanding around the world. Our conferences and workshops bring people from diverse backgrounds to learn together and share their beliefs, values and experiences.

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