Stopping sexual harassment where religious communities meet The interfaith movement will become irrelevant if it does more to protect reputations than keep leaders accountable. Image by Mohamed Hassan/Pixabay/Creative Commons May 3, 2021 (RNS) — In interfaith work, participants from diverse faith traditions bring their beliefs and principles, seeking common ground, often to address common problems. Some interfaith meetings are sparked by a crisis or conflict; others confront longer-term ills like discrimination or violent conflicts. But whether it’s a global initiative or a local effort, interreligious activists share an idealism and a commitment to learn, hear and work together in a safe space open to exploration and vulnerability.