CREATIVE COMPETITION: "FAITH AND UNITY – THE FOUNDATION OF HUMAN FRATERNITY" Event Title: Faith and Unity – The Foundation of Human Fraternity Competition Date: February 8, 2025 Organizer: UNESCO Chair in Comparative Study of World Religions, International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan (IIAU) Venue: International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan Theme: Creativity and Unity in Interfaith Harmony Target Audience: University students, faculty members, religious representatives, and cultural leaders Number of Attendees: Over 100 participants From February 4 to 8, 2025, the UNESCO Chair in Comparative Study of World Religions at the International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan (IIAU) organized a Week of Scientific, Cultural, Educational, and Sports Events dedicated to World Interfaith Harmony Week. Under the theme "Human Fraternity and Interfaith Dialogue – A Factor of International Solidarity," this initiative aimed to enhance interfaith cooperation, promote religious tolerance, and foster global solidarity. As the culminating event of the week’s celebrations, on February 8, 2025, the UNESCO Chair in Comparative Study of World Religions successfully hosted the Creative Competition: "Faith and Unity – The Foundation of Human Fraternity" as part of World Interfaith Harmony Week. This initiative aimed to provide young voices in Uzbekistan with a platform to creatively express their perspectives on unity, healthy beliefs, and human fraternity through social video projects. This competition played a crucial role in promoting interfaith harmony, mutual respect, and peaceful coexistence by harnessing the power of creative storytelling. Young participants showcased their artistic talents and deep reflections on the importance of religious tolerance, using visual media to convey impactful messages of unity and inclusivity.

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