Walking Together for Peace

The Interfaith Commission Diocese of Parramatta invite you to an interfaith gathering to mark the 
UN International Day of Peace. 

On the night, we will feature an amazing "human library", where members of the Baha'i, Muslim, and Hindu traditions will serve as open 'books'. They will share their stories and what peace means to them and to their religious tradition.

This is an opportunity to have real conversations and positive dialogue with people from faiths different to your own. It is also a chance to ask questions about different religious traditions in a safe, non-judgmental space.

Let's walk together for a more peaceful, just, and inclusive society. 

Be curious and join the friendly conversation.

Light refreshments served from 6:30 pm. 

The Human Library:

Vasu Attreya: Vasu was born into a Hindu family who cultivate scientific Vedic values. He is a student of the most conspicuous exponents of Vedic culture, namely Ramayana and Geeta, and religiously inculcates values taught and practiced by Lord Ram and Lord Krishna. He is a proud Sanatani with deep reverence for the ancient traditions and values of Hinduism. Professionaly, Vasu is an engineer with a Masters from UTS in IT. He currently works as an ICT project manager with the Government of NSW.

Taraneh Kassiri: Taraneh is a representative of the Australian Baha’i Community in New South Wales. She lives in Western Sydney and is part of Baha’i-inspired efforts that empower children, young people, and their families to consider their roles in contributing to a materially and spiritually prosperous society, all while taking care of her energetic and spirited 18-month-old son! 

Firdousi Obeidullah: Firdousi is the managing director of House of Sakinah, a service that helps women, predominantly from culturally linguistically diverse backgrounds (CALD), deal with issues of domestic violence. She's also a former volunteer for the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia and among the first Muslim women to gain access to the detention centre in Villawood, where she helped many refugee families. Firdousi lives and works in Western Sydney.