Events

Join us January 10th as we explore solutions derived from Abrahamic faith traditions in order to respond to hatred and extremism.

Join us in the new year for a presentation on U.S. Muslims by Senior Researcher Besheer Mohamed, January 16th at 6:30 p.m.

Applications are now open for our new study trip to [...]

Following 13 immigrant and U.S.-born teenage girls, Maine Girls explores the important role that young people play in creating “brave spaces” to be vulnerable, face the unknown, and bridge important cultural divides. The Rumi Forum, in partnership with Little River United Church of Christ (LRUCC) and the creators of the Maine Girls documentary proudly present an upcoming screening of the film Maine Girls.

The Jewish-Islamic Dialogue Society of Washington along with the Rumi Forum present this event that will examine religious minority communities in America–which is often referred to as a ‘melting pot’ nation, and what challenges they face in trying to assimilate to an increasingly secular society.

Join the Rumi Forum on March 15th for a discussion with Department Chair of Religion at George Washington University, Robert Eisen on Jews and how they have survived centuries of persecution and thrived in the West.

Join us on Friday, March 16th at 7:00 p.m. as we start our new small discussion series: Voices of the Heart. The first topic we will discuss will be centered around forgiveness. All are welcome!