Tolerance is guarantee of stability in society
A scientific-practical conference on the theme “Inter-confessional dialogue and religious tolerance – guarantee of stability in society” was held at the Tashkent Islamic University on November 16, 2017. It was organized by the Committee of Religious Affairs, Tashkent Islamic University and the UNESCO Office in Uzbekistan. Traditionally, the conference is dedicated to the International Day of Tolerance on November 16.
Guests from Germany, Israel, Italy, Poland, Russia, Tajikistan, representatives of the diplomatic corps and international missions accredited in Tashkent, leaders of religious confessions conducting their activities on the territory of the republic, scientists and specialists of Uzbekistan took part in the international conference.
In a country like Uzbekistan that has chosen the path of democratic development, in which religion has its rightful place in society, guaranteed freedom of religion, the prohibition of planting religious beliefs and beliefs, ensuring equal rights for all, regardless of nationality, race and religion.
2242 religious organizations belong to 16 different denominations. They act in Uzbekistan in peace and equality. The Tashkent Islamic Institute, the Mir Arab Higher School, nine Islamic secondary specialized schools and two Christian seminaries carry out religious education activities.
The press service of the Uzbekistan Muslim Board
Andijan to host a seminar for imam-khatibs
On October 6–7, a scientific and practical seminar dedicated to improving the efficiency of imams-khatibs’ services will be held in Andijan region. The event will be attended by the Chairman of the Muslim Board of Uzbekistan, Mufti Sheikh Nuriddin Kholiqnazar, as well as the chief of Qaziyat of the Muslims of Karakalpakstan, chief imam-khatibs of Tashkent city and other regions.
The seminar will focus on exchanging experiences, conducting outreach activities, improving the professional skills of imams-khatibs, communicating with the public, addressing the needs of believers, and sharing modern methods and approaches for implementing charitable initiatives.
Participants will also be presented with the activities of the Andijan regional office of the Muslim Board of Uzbekistan, new working procedures, effective preaching methods, digital finance and management practices, quality media content production, and advanced approaches in handling citizens’ appeals.
Press Service of the Muslim Board of Uzbekistan