BUILDING TRUST,
ADVANCING PEACE

"And if they incline towards peace, make peace with them, and place your trust in God."
[Qur'an 8:61]

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DIALOGUE FOR JUST SOLUTIONS

The Ramla Centre for Dialogue is an independent, non-profit organisation committed to promoting peace and reconciliation through dialogue, mediation, and education, particularly within the Muslim world.

We serve as a bridge for those seeking meaningful understanding rooted in contextually informed knowledge.

Our work aims to reduce suffering caused by conflict and foster safer, more stable environments.

The name Ramla is a reference to the medieval city established by the Umayyads in the Levant and recalls the Treaty of Ramla, a landmark agreement that ended the Third Crusade. Signed by Salahudeen al-Ayyubi and Richard the Lionheart, the treaty laid the foundation for diplomatic engagement between the Muslim world and the West.

OUR principles

Our approach to dialogue and peace-building is guided by six core principles that ensure integrity, effectiveness, and meaningful impact in conflict resolution.

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    INDEPENDENCE

    We operate free from political or institutional agendas, ensuring our work remains impartial, credible, and rooted in integrity.

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    JUSTICE

    Enduring peace must be built on a foundation of justice.

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    CONTEXTUALISATION

    Understanding conflict within its historical and cultural context is essential for advancing peace.

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    COLLABORATION

    We partner with local actors, civil society, academics, and other stakeholders to deepen understanding and develop practical, grounded solutions

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    CULTURAL SENSITIVITY

    Trust is built through awareness and respect for the similarities and differences that shape human behaviour.

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    CONFIDENTIALITY

    We work with discretion to foster trust and honest exchange.

OUR THEORY of change

We believe peace begins with people. By engaging key actors and those who influence them, we help lay the groundwork for conflict prevention, resolution, and recovery.

We focus our impact through three core approaches:

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    ENGAGEMENT

    We build trust and create safe spaces for open, honest dialogue.

    Building meaningful connections through structured conversations that foster understanding and mutual respect.

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    EDUCATION

    We share knowledge that sparks growth and empowers communities.

    Providing culturally informed insights that help communities understand complex issues and develop solutions.

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    SOLUTIONS

    We focus on real-world challenges where small wins build lasting peace.

    Implementing practical approaches that create tangible improvements in community relationships and stability.