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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...

Intercultural Iftar at the European Parliament Brings Leaders Together to Affirm Human Rights and Dialogue

On Wednesday evening, 4 March, the European Parliament hosted the Annual Intercultural Iftar Dinner, bringing together Members of the European Parliament, civil society representatives, faith leaders, policymakers, and academics to reflect on the importance of...

Dialogue Platform Participates in European Parliament Ceremony Honouring Human Rights Defenders

Dialogue Platform, together with other civil society organisations, was at the European Parliament in Strasbourg between 15-17 December to participate in the Award Ceremony of the Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought. The event convened Sakharov Prize laureates and...

In Memory of Fethullah Gülen

In Memory of Fethullah Gülen (27 April 1941 – 20 October 2024) On behalf of the Intercultural Dialogue Platform (IDP), we honour the life, values, and enduring legacy of Fethullah Gülen, a visionary whose lifelong dedication to education, dialogue, and peace continues...

Standing Together Against Hate: IDP Joins No Hate Speech Week 2025 on the International Day for Countering Hate Speech

The Intercultural Dialogue Platform (IDP) participated in the Council of Europe’s No Hate Speech Week 2025, held from 17 to 20 June in Strasbourg. IDP joined international stakeholders, including civil society actors, equality bodies, public authorities, and the tech...

Building Bridges Through Dialogue: Highlights from the Dialogue Summit in Bucharest

May, 2025 In a world marked by growing polarization and rising social fragmentation – even in the most established democracies – the Dialogue Summit in Bucharest offered a timely and powerful response: dialogue as a method to rebuild connection, foster understanding,...
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....