Temple of Understanding

Founded in 1960, Temple of Understanding is a charity based in New York, United States working on religion & faith, peace & conflict, human rights +5 more.

The Temple of Understanding is a non-profit organisation founded in 1960 by Juliet Hollister. It promotes interfaith education and dialogue, and advocates for interfaith values at the United Nations in support of peace, justice, human rights and environmental sustainability. Its programmes combine religious literacy with cross-cultural understanding, conflict resolution and youth leadership, delivering low- or no-fee education and holding events and forums. Its work is international and based in New York, where it has a UN-area office. The organisation describes itself as a 501 public charity whose donations are tax-deductible. It was originally known for large Spiritual Summits in the 1960s and 1970s that brought together religious and spiritual leaders across traditions.