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Thomas Michel |Spiritual Poverty in Gülen and Pope Francis (Fethullah Gülen’s Conference)
Respect Graduate SchoolConference on Fethullah Gülen’s Thought & Practice Explores Education, Dialogue & Identity at Drew University From October 3–5, 2025, Respect Graduate School & Peace Islands Institute hosted an international conference titled “Fethullah Gülen’s Thought and Practice: Education, Dialogue, Peacebuilding, and Identity Formation”, in collaboration with Drew University in New Jersey. Over the course of three days, scholars, thought leaders, and practitioners from around the world convened to examine topics such as: The role of education in shaping ethical leadership and civic engagement Interfaith dRead moreShow less
Conference on Fethullah Gülen’s Thought & Practice Explores Education, Dialogue & Identity at Drew University
From October 3–5, 2025, Respect Graduate School & Peace Islands Institute hosted an international conference titled “Fethullah Gülen’s Thought and Practice: Education, Dialogue, Peacebuilding, and Identity Formation”, in collaboration with Drew University in New Jersey.
Over the course of three days, scholars, thought leaders, and practitioners from around the world convened to examine topics such as:
The role of education in shaping ethical leadership and civic engagement
Interfaith dialogue as a pathway to peace and understanding
The spiritual and philosophical foundations of Gülen’s teachings
The position and agency of women’s leadership in the Hizmet Movement
The intersection of science, spirituality, and identity in today’s pluralistic society
Opening remarks were delivered by Drew University President Hilary L. Link, Jonathan Golden (Director of the Center for Religion, Culture & Conflict), along with leaders from Respect Graduate School and Peace Islands Institute.
Keynote lectures, panel discussions, and breakout sessions explored how Gülen’s intellectual legacy continues to inspire peacebuilding, interfaith engagement, and social cohesion in diverse communities.
Peace Islands Institute expresses deep gratitude to Drew University, Respect Graduate School, organizing teams, and all participants for contributing to this enriching and timely dialogue on faith, education, identity, and peace.
Respect Graduate School extends its gratitude to Drew University, Peace Islands Institute, the organizing teams, and all participants for contributing to this enriching and timely dialogue on faith, education, identity, and peace.
We sincerely thank Thomas Michel for sending a video to our conference despite his illness. We truly appreciate his effort and dedication, and we wish him strength, healing, and a full and speedy recovery.
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From October 3–5, 2025, Respect Graduate School & Peace Islands Institute hosted an international conference titled “Fethullah Gülen’s Thought and Practice: Education, Dialogue, Peacebuilding, and Identity Formation”, in collaboration with Drew University in New Jersey.
Over the course of three days, scholars, thought leaders, and practitioners from around the world convened to examine topics such as:
The role of education in shaping ethical leadership and civic engagement
Interfaith dialogue as a pathway to peace and understanding
The spiritual and philosophical foundations of Gülen’s teachings
The position and agency of women’s leadership in the Hizmet Movement
The intersection of science, spirituality, and identity in today’s pluralistic society
Opening remarks were delivered by Drew University President Hilary L. Link, Jonathan Golden (Director of the Center for Religion, Culture & Conflict), along with leaders from Respect Graduate School and Peace Islands Institute.
Keynote lectures, panel discussions, and breakout sessions explored how Gülen’s intellectual legacy continues to inspire peacebuilding, interfaith engagement, and social cohesion in diverse communities.
Peace Islands Institute expresses deep gratitude to Drew University, Respect Graduate School, organizing teams, and all participants for contributing to this enriching and timely dialogue on faith, education, identity, and peace.
Respect Graduate School extends its gratitude to Drew University, Peace Islands Institute, the organizing teams, and all participants for contributing to this enriching and timely dialogue on faith, education, identity, and peace.
We sincerely thank Thomas Michel for sending a video to our conference despite his illness. We truly appreciate his effort and dedication, and we wish him strength, healing, and a full and speedy recovery.
Like, comment and share please!
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