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Condolences on the Passing of Pope Francis

With profound sorrow and heartfelt gratitude, the Dialogue Platform mourns the passing of Pope Francis, a towering figure of compassion, humility, and interfaith solidarity. Throughout his papacy, Pope Francis championed the cause of dialogue, reaching out to...

Fethullah Gülen sur Le Monde: « L’échec de l’expérience démocratique turque n’est pas dû à l’adhésion aux valeurs islamiques mais à leur trahison »

Contrairement àce que démontre le pouvoir autoritaire d’Erdogan en Turquie, il est possible deconstruire une démocratie musulmane respectueuse de l’Etat de droit, défend,dans une tribune au « Monde », l’opposant exilé aux Etats-Unis. Il fut un temps où la...

Gulen on Le Monde: “Islam is Compatible with Democracy, Despite Turkey’s Recent Example”

For the original French version  Turkey was hailed as an example for a modern Muslimdemocracy during the early 2000s. The current ruling party that came to powerin 2002 implemented reforms that were aligned with the European Union’sdemocratic standards and the...

Annual Intercultural Iftar Dinner at the European Parliament Celebrates Unity and Resilience

Brussels, March 2025  On the evening of March 26, the European Parliament was the host to the Annual Intercultural Iftar Dinner, bringing together distinguished guests, policymakers, civil society representatives, and faith leaders to celebrate unity in diversity and...

Civil Society Organizations Engage with the 2024 Sakharov Prize Laureates and Finalists

Every year since 1988, the European Parliament awards the Sakharov Prize to individuals or groups who have dedicated their lives to defending human rights and freedom of thought. This year, the EP awarded the 2024 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought to Venezuelan...

Round Table Discussion & Book Signing “Between Thought and Action: An Intellectual Biography of Fethullah Gülen” with Prof. Ori Z. Soltes

On October 17, 2024, Professor Ori Z. Soltes presented his book, Between Thought & Action: An Intellectual Biography of Fethullah Gülen, focusing on the Hizmet (Service) Movement and Fethullah Gülen. Professor Soltes teaches at Georgetown University, where his...

Anticipating the Trump Effect: Strengthening the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum Amid Populist Pressures

This policy paper analyzes the potential effects of the 2024 US presidential election on EU politics, particularly the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum. A Trump victory may intensify Euroscepticism and lead to more restrictive migration policies among his European...
Open Call for Citizen Z Youth Advocacy Team Members

Are you a young person aged 18-25 who wants to make a difference in society? Do you want to be part of shaping the future of democracy, education, climate action, employment, and other important issues in Europe? If so, we invite you to join the Youth Advocacy Team of...

We are looking for new team members!
We are looking for new team members!

Social Media Manager IDP offers a part-time employment possibility (19h/week) for graduates in its office in Brussels. The qualifications we are looking for in this position: • A degree in communications, design, graphics, or a related field • Excellent knowledge of...

Call for Intercultural Youth Advisors!
Call for Intercultural Youth Advisors!

Are you interested in sharing your ideas, providing feedback, vocalizing the needs of young people, gaining insights and professional experience in European civil society projects? Apply now and become a member of IDP’s Intercultural Youth Advisory Board!Intercultural...

Core Values of the Hizmet Movement
Core Values of the Hizmet Movement

The Hizmet movement is a civil society movement committed to peaceful coexistence and service to humanity based on social responsibility and philanthropy. The movement prioritises education, dialogue, and humanitarian aid in its activities by centring on the concept...

Interview with Henri Goldman on Holocaust Remembrance Day 2020
Interview with Henri Goldman on Holocaust Remembrance Day 2020

For the full video interview, please click here. For the French version, please click here. Hello, Mr. Goldman! Could you introduce yourself in a few words and tell us a little bit about the tragedy that has affected your family? I was born here (Brussels) in 1947....