VIDEO: AI Ethics and Religion

Rapid advancements in AI, robotics, and quantum computing present both immense benefits and significant risks to humanity and peace, particularly concerning AI’s military applications. Amidst international efforts, including the UN and the Pope’s “Roma Call,” to establish ethical guidelines, Asian religious leaders convened under the Asian Conference of Religions for Peace (ACRP), representing 22 nations.This video captures the key moments and discussions from this pivotal public event. Held in collaboration with AI experts from Singapore, a leading nation in the field, the gathering aimed to discuss religion’s role in the age of AI and to issue a collective appeal. The core purpose was to ensure that critical religious and ethical Read more about VIDEO: AI Ethics and Religion[…]

Youth Campaign for Environment

The Religions for Peace International Youth Committee through its Youth Media Team is launching a youth video campaign to raise awareness about climate change on the upcoming Earth Day.  Here is the message!Dear Esteemed Youth Leaders,As we approach World Environment Day 2025 under the theme “Beat Plastic Pollution,” we warmly invite youth affiliated with your Inter-Religious Councils to be part of a global interfaith youth video campaign launching on June 5th 2025. 📌 We’re asking for short, creative videos—sharing personal pledges, actions, or calls for change to tackle plastic pollution.🔹 Deadline: 18th May 2025🔹 Slogan: Youth of Faith Against Plastic Pollution🔹 Hashtag: #BeatPlasticPollution🔹 How to Submit: Upload directly (https://bit.ly/44nv5p4) or send Read more about Youth Campaign for Environment[…]

Condolences on the passing away of Prof. Kirti Bunchua

It is with great sorrow that we learnt of the loss of Prof. Kirti Bunchua, our esteemed Executive Council member of Religions for Peace Asia (ACRP).On behalf of Religions for Peace Asia (ACRP), may we extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Religions for Peace Thailand and his colleagues in the passing of Prof. Bunchua.Though his departure is a great sadness, we firmly believe that his philosophical and religious teachings will be always remembered and remain in his disciples and those who are inspired.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss and mourning. May the great soul of Prof. Bunchua rest in peace.Rev. Dr. Yoshinori ShinoharaSecretary Read more about Condolences on the passing away of Prof. Kirti Bunchua[…]