Fostering understanding, harmony and peace in Mauritius
The Council of Religions (COR) is an interfaith non-governmental organisation that promotes understanding, harmony and peace-building in Mauritius. In a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic society, COR brings faith communities together around shared values, mutual respect and the common good.
Formally established in 2001 after several years of interfaith engagement, COR works to strengthen dialogue and encourage cooperation across religious communities. Through education, public engagement and community partnerships, the organisation helps combat prejudice, promote social cohesion and support peaceful coexistence.
At the heart of COR’s work is a commitment to building shared understanding among believers of all faiths, with particular attention to youth, community well-being and national unity.
Why COR Matters
Supporting harmony in a diverse Mauritius
Mauritius is home to a rich diversity of cultures, religions and traditions. In such a society, mutual respect, dialogue and shared understanding are essential to peaceful coexistence and national unity.
The Council of Religions helps bring faith communities together around common values and constructive action. By encouraging dialogue, reducing prejudice and promoting peace-building, COR contributes to a more inclusive, respectful and harmonious society.
Our Foundation
Guided by shared values and constructive action
COR works to strengthen understanding among faith communities and to promote peace, mutual respect and social harmony in Mauritius. Its work is rooted in dialogue, education and cooperation for the common good.
MISSION
To foster understanding, harmony and peace-building among people of all faiths in Mauritius through dialogue, education and shared action.
PURPOSE
To bring faith communities together around shared values, reduce prejudice, and encourage peaceful coexistence in a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic society.
APPROACH
COR promotes interfaith dialogue, supports education at primary, secondary and tertiary levels, and works with partners and communities to advance social cohesion and the common good.
Our Core Values
The work of COR is guided by values that encourage understanding, cooperation and peaceful coexistence across faith communities.
Mutual Respect
COR encourages relationships built on dignity, respect and recognition of the beliefs, traditions and humanity of others.
Shared Understanding
COR creates space for dialogue and reflection so that people of different faiths can better understand one another and build trust.
Peaceful Coexistence
COR promotes harmony and peace-building in a diverse society by encouraging constructive engagement and rejecting prejudice and division.
Dialogue and Cooperation
COR believes lasting progress is built through sincere dialogue, collaboration and shared action for the well-being of society.
Education and Awareness
COR supports learning at primary, secondary and tertiary levels to help shape values of understanding, responsibility and peace, especially among youth.
Compassion and Inclusion
COR upholds compassion, solidarity and care for others, while encouraging a society where stigma, discrimination and exclusion have no place.
Common Good
COR works to unite communities around shared national and human values that contribute to social cohesion, well-being and the common good.
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