Join Simran Jeet Singh and filmmaker Jack Gordon for a behind-the-scenes look at Undivided, a documentary series that explores how the fight for freedom has been shaped by America's diverse religious communities.Moderated by Interfaith America's Ali Khaleel, this conversation will cover the making of the series, the importance of religious literacy, and how storytelling can deepen our understanding of one another.📅 September 15, 2026 🕛 12:00 PM CT 💻 OnlineReserve your spot today: https://www.interfaithamerica.org/events/religion-on-film-behind-the-scenes-of-the-undivided-docuseries/

Earlier this summer, Black church leaders gathered at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta to discuss the role of Historically Black Protestant Churches in America's past, present, and future.One theme emerged clearly throughout the conversation: the Black church has long engaged in the work of pluralism, partnership, and service, helping communities navigate challenges while advancing the promise of democracy.Watch the video and read more about the convening: https://www.interfaithamerica.org/article/black-church-leaders-gather-discuss-democracy-in-americas-250th-year/

America needs leaders who know how to build trust across differences.The Interfaith Civic Pluralism Fellowship brings together faith-based civic leaders for a year-long experience focused on religious liberty, pluralism, and civic renewal. Fellows will learn from leading scholars, connect with peers from diverse backgrounds, help shape strategies for strengthening civic life, and receive funding to support their work.If you are committed to building stronger relationships across faith and ideological lines while advancing the common good, we encourage you to apply.Applications close Oct. 1, 2026.Learn more and apply today.

What can Dolly Parton teach us about repairing the world?Amber Hacker reflects on Dolly's legacy of generosity, compassion, and service, and what it tells us about the values shared across faith traditions.Read the Quick Take:

"I am both an American-Jew and a Jewish-American."In this story for IA Today, Becky Voorwinde explores how pluralism allows people to embrace multiple identities at once and why preserving that possibility matters for the next generation.Read:

"Peel faster," the chef said.Years later, that simple lesson still resonates with Jake Shapiro. In a new reflection for IA Today, he explores how strong leaders help people see possibilities they couldn't see for themselves and why bridgebuilders do the same work in our communities.Read "Strong Leaders Inspire Bridgebuilders, in the Kitchen and Beyond":

Thomas Kennedy never met a Jewish person. Yet when he learned that Maryland's constitution excluded Jews from holding public office, he dedicated himself to changing it.Despite repeated defeats and political setbacks, Kennedy continued advocating for equal rights until the law was changed.His story reminds us that religious freedom endures when people are willing to defend it for everyone, not only for themselves.Read our latest Pluralism Hero profile by Scott Rasmussen:

A new school year means a fresh opportunity to connect across lines of difference.We asked student leaders at the 2026 Interfaith Leadership Summit what advice they would give peers interested in bridgebuilding on campus. Their responses centered on three themes: respect, relationships, and a willingness to grow."Be open to being out of your comfort zone, try to listen to people respectfully, and try to understand their point of view."From organizing projects to creating spaces for dialogue, these students are showing what it looks like to build stronger campus communities.Read their advice:

This spring, Jewish leaders from across the country gathered for Interfaith America's Jewish Faith Convening.Together, they explored the history and future of religious freedom, pluralism, and the American Jewish experience while building deeper relationships within their own faith community.Read more about the convening and the conversations that emerged from it: https://www.interfaithamerica.org/article/jewish-gathering-leaders-deepen-relationships/