Multi-Faith Neighbors Network (MFNN) honored H.E. Prof. Ibrahim bin Saleh Al-Naimi, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Doha International Center for Interfaith Dialogue (DICID), with the prestigious Bridge Builder Award during a formal ceremony held on the sidelines of the 2026 Global Faith Forum in Washington, D.C. This recognition affirms Prof. Al-Naimi’s prominent international standing and his pioneering leadership in the field of interfaith dialogue. The award was presented in appreciation of his decades-long contributions to advancing dialogue among followers of different religions, promoting a culture of peaceful coexistence, and building bridges of trust and mutual understanding among diverse religious and cultural communities. Prof. Al-Naimi was also recognized for his historic role in leading the first interfaith dialogue conference in the Gulf region, an initiative that marked a pivotal milestone ensure in the development of interfaith engagement at both the regional and global levels. The selection of Prof. Al-Naimi for this award reflects international recognition of his sustained intellectual and institutional efforts to move interfaith dialogue beyond theoretical discourse toward practical engagement, humanitarian cooperation, and multi-faith partnerships grounded in mutual respect and human dignity. Through its participation at the Forum, DICID reaffirmed its firm commitment to promoting shared human values and strengthening a positive Islamic presence on international platforms dedicated to interfaith dialogue and peacebuilding. This participation comes within the framework of ongoing cooperation between DICID and the MFNN, a partnership spanning several years and encompassing joint initiatives aimed at raising awareness of dialogue culture, promoting tolerance and coexistence, and building trust among followers of different religions at both regional and international levels. During the Forum, Prof. Al-Naimi took part in a panel discussion and delivered an address titled “Principles of Engaging with the Other: Reflections on Our Shared Humanity.” In his remarks, he emphasized the centrality of human values in Islam..