Interfaith best practices
Barnet Council is exploring a twinning with Haifa, Israel, to share interfaith best practices and foster dialogue between religious groups.
Barnet Council decided in October 2026 to explore a potential twinning relationship with the Israeli city of Haifa. This proposed partnership aims to foster cooperation in several areas, including sharing interfaith best practices. The council intends to investigate opportunities for interfaith dialogue involving faith leaders and community members from both locations.
The exploration of the twinning relationship will involve discussions on potential cooperation between healthcare organisations and higher education institutions in Barnet and Haifa. The council's aim is to share methods for fostering positive relationships and understanding between different religious groups through this partnership.
Key facts
- Barnet Council decided in October 2026 to explore a potential twinning relationship with the Israeli city of Haifa. Source
- The proposed twinning would focus on cooperation in healthcare, education, and interfaith best practices. Source
- The council aims to share best practices in interfaith dialogue, involving faith leaders and community. Source
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