Two Faith-based Nonviolence Events- London, Jan 21st & 22nd 2013

WiN would like to draw attention to two upcoming events in London focusing on non-violence, that resonate with the underpinning Engaged Surrender strand of WIN: 

1) The Need for Faith Inspired Non-Violence Today

Monday January 21, 2013 6-9pmSt Ethelburga's Centre for Reconciliation and Peace78 Bishopsgate London, EC2N 4AG

A Public Seminar on the legacy and influence of Martin Luther King with guest speaker Dr Qamar al Huda. Moderator Dr S. Ayse Kadayifci-Orellana. In association with the Cordoba Foundation.

Registration required - see http://www.stethelburgas.org/civicrm/event/info?id=481&reset=1

2) Seminar: Non Violence and Peace Building in Islam

Tuesday January 22, 2013 10:30am - 4pmInitiatives of Change Centre, 24 Greencoat Place, London, SW1P 1RD

Organised by The Cordoba Foundation, Islamic Relief Worldwide, Initiatives of Change and Salam Institute for Peace and Justice.

A public seminar that will focus on addressing the Islamic traditions of nonviolence and peace-building, with talks from:

 *Professor Mohammed Abu Nimer (Salam Institute for Peace and Justice / American University)*
Dr Qamar ul Huda (United States Institute of Peace)*
Dr Ayse Kadayifci-Orellana (Georgetown University / Salam Institute for Peace and Justice)

Registration required - see http://www.thecordobafoundation.com/events.php?id=1&art=93