IRSN - 1st General Council Session
About this Event
IRSN General Council 2026
Many Faiths. One Community. Working Together for the Common Good.
The Inter Religious & Spiritual Network (IRSN) warmly invites religious leaders, spiritual organisations, community partners, policymakers and interested residents to participate in the IRSN General Council 2026.
This special gathering provides a unique opportunity to connect with faith and spiritual leaders from across Amsterdam Zuidoost, strengthen existing relationships, welcome new partners, and explore how we can work together to build a more peaceful, inclusive and resilient community.
Together, we will discuss current community challenges, identify opportunities for collaboration, and establish practical working groups that will help shape the future activities of IRSN.
Event Details
📅 Date: Thursday, 27 August 2026
🕔 Time: 17:00 – 20:00 hrs
📍 Venue:
Stadsdeelkantoor Amsterdam Zuidoost (Kantine)
Anton de Komplein 150
1102 CW Amsterdam
What to Expect
- Welcome and networking
- Introduction to the Inter Religious & Spiritual Network (IRSN)
- Roundtable dialogue with faith and community leaders
- Community priorities and collaborative discussion
- Formation of thematic Working Groups
- Opportunities to become involved in IRSN initiatives
- Light refreshments
Who Should Attend?
This event is open to:
- Churches
- Mosques
- Temples
- Synagogues
- Humanist and spiritual organisations
- Community organisations
- Municipal representatives
- Youth and community leaders
- Anyone interested in strengthening dialogue, cooperation and social cohesion in Amsterdam Zuidoost
Why Attend?
The IRSN General Council is more than a meeting—it is a platform for building trust, creating partnerships, and developing practical initiatives that benefit the wider community.
Whether you are already active in interfaith work or simply wish to learn more, your voice and experience are valuable.
Together we can strengthen dialogue, promote understanding, and build a future where diversity becomes a source of unity.
Registration
Admission is FREE, but registration is required to help us prepare seating and refreshments.
Please register by scanning the QR code on the event flyer or via the registration link provided.
Organised by
Inter Religious & Spiritual Network (IRSN)
"Many Faiths. One Community. Building Peace Through Dialogue and Collaboration."
Agenda
🕑: 05:00 PM
Arrival, registration, tea/coffee and informal networking
🕑: 05:40 PM
Introduction to IRSN
Info: Brief presentation on IRSN’s background, mission, vision and purpose in Amsterdam Zuidoost.
🕑: 05:55 PM
Round of introductions
Info: Each participant introduces their name, organisation/community and one expectation from IRSN.
🕑: 06:20 PM
Keynote address by Alderman Vayhishta Miskin
Info: Brief address on the importance of religious and spiritual communities in strengthening connection, participation and social cohesion in Amsterdam Zuidoost.
🕑: 07:15 PM
IRSN priorities for 2026–2027
Info: Present proposed focus areas: dialogue, peacebuilding, youth and family support, community care, visibility and cooperation with civic partners.
🕑: 07:30 PM
Inauguration of Working Groups
🕑: 07:57 PM
Group photo
🕑: 07:52 PM
Closing remarks
🕑: 08:00 PM
Light refreshments and informal networking
Info: Optional informal conversations after the formal programme.
Where is it happening?
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