In 1992, political scientist Samuel Huntington put forth the theory of the Clash of Civilizations. He suggested that since the cold war clash of ideologies had come to an end, that in the future, conflict would instead be focused around the concept of differing cultures and religions. He delineated several different areas of the world as particular 'cultures' that might face conflict with each other.  Among those he listed as potential enemies were the West and the Muslim World. Given the current state of world affairs, as well as our goals as an interfaith dialogue organization, this theory needs closer examination.

(March 4,2010,Tulsa,OK) 

    The Institute of Interfaith Dialog (IID) with the cooperation of Interfaith Dialog Student Association has brought a peace atmosphere with an evening talk " The Importance of Dialog" program at Colvard Student at Mississippi State University on September 10, 2009.

The Institute of Interfaith Dialog (IID) in El Paso organized  Dialog between East and West, a panel discussion like program with the cooperation of Raindrop Turkish House on May 15, 2009 at Vista Hills Country Club,El Paso, TX. There were more than 60 participitants such as City Rep., people from some media groups, professors and religious leaders.The first speaker introduced IID, their activities, and some interfaith-intercultural dialog organizations. Dr. Aurolyn Lukx, shared herthoughts on how civic institutions and we as individuals can promote peace in the world. Dr. Howard Campbell talked about how anthropological concepts can help to promote intercultural dialog.The event is ended with the question answer session and closing remarks.

(May 15, 2009) 

The Insititute of Interfaith Dialog presented a panel discussion on the themes 'Clash' and 'Dialog' of Civilizations to acquaint a largely American audience with teachings in Islamic, Christian, and Jewish religions that might help to leas a peaceful, non-violent, and respectful living together in an otherwise potentially volatile relationship.    

The goal of the proposed conference is to investigate patterns and dynamics of the essentials of Rumi's thoughts and to investigate how, even seven hundred years after his time, Rumi still attracts many people from various backgrounds.

Oklahoma City University

The Henry Freede Center Oklahoma City, OK 73106-1493

The Institute of Interfaith Dialog organized a panel at the latest Southwest Commission on Religious Studies meeting. SSWCRS organized its 2008 regional meeting at Marriott Hotel DFW-Airport. {March 15-16, 2008 }