Bhaktivedanta Manor’s involvement in Interfaith Week is important because it fosters mutual understanding, respect, and collaboration among diverse religious communities, promoting social cohesion and harmony. It is necessary as active participation allows the Manor to share ISKCON’s values and practices, contributing to a broader dialogue that counters prejudice and builds inclusive communities.

Here’s a pictorial summary of how Manor devotees got involved:

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer hosted an interfaith Roundtable function at Number 10 Downing Street, bringing together leaders and representatives from a wide range of religious communities. Amongst the invitees was Her Grace Visakha dasi, President of Bhaktivedanta Manor.

The Manor hosted interfaith discussion, organised by Hertsmere Borough Council.

Working through the Devotee Care Office (DCO), the Manor also hosted a meeting organised by One Vision, between faith leaders from across Hertfordshire.

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Radha Mohan das, Bhaktivedanta Manor’s Communications Secretary, attended and spoke at a number of local interfaith events, included discussion panels, community cohesion meetings and the annual Interfaith Event in St Albans Cathedral, focused around ‘Serving the Local Community’.