On 18 March 2026, faith and community leaders gathered in the Barry Room at the House of Lords for a dinner hosted by Lord Rook of Wimbledon, focused on strengthening social cohesion in Britain.
The evening brought together representatives from across the faith and civic landscape, including Lord Rees of Easton, leaders from the Jewish, Hindu, Christian and Muslim communities, and representatives from the Good Faith Partnership and the Muslim World League. Among the attendees were representatives from the Office of the Chief Rabbi of the United Kingdom, the Church of England, the Hindu Forum of Britain, the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales, and other faith and civic institutions.
Discussions highlighted the importance of cultivating empathy, addressing disinformation, and building a shared narrative around belonging and responsibility in Britain. Participants noted that conversations about cohesion should not remain limited to national platforms but must also take place within neighbourhoods, community organisations, and places of worship.
The dinner also introduced an upcoming social cohesion hackathon initiative organised by the Muslim World League in partnership with the Good Faith Partnership. These events, planned for Bristol and London, will bring together grassroots organisations, faith groups, and students to develop practical responses to challenges such as inclusion, youth engagement, and interfaith understanding.
The initiative reflects the broader vision of H.E. Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, whose leadership has encouraged dialogue and cooperation among faith communities worldwide.
Although unable to attend the dinner in person, Muath Alamri expressed his appreciation to all participants for their engagement and contributions, noting that collaboration between faith and civic actors remains essential for building trust and strengthening communities across Britain.
