University of Suffolk Unlocked: An Interfaith Conversation

Schedule

Wed Nov 12 2025 at 12:30 pm to 04:30 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

University of Suffolk | Ipswich, EN

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An inclusive event that brings together voices from a range of faiths to explore the meaning and significance of marriage.
About this Event

As part of the University of Suffolk Unlocked series and in partnership with Ipswich Faith and Community Forum, a Suffolk based Interfaith Organisation, this panel conversation welcomes members of the wider community, students, and staff to engage in an open dialogue about how different traditions view commitment, partnership, and lifelong union and how the understanding of marriage continues to evolve in today’s diverse and dynamic society.

We will explore the meaning and significance of marriage as a spiritual, cultural, and social milestone through shared stories and respectful conversation, reflecting on the role of faith in shaping our values around love, duty, family, and belonging.

Whether you belong to a particular faith tradition, are exploring your own beliefs, or are simply curious about different perspectives, this event offers a welcoming space to celebrate diversity, deepen understanding, and build meaningful interfaith connections through one of life’s most enduring commitments.


Agenda

πŸ•‘: 12:30 PM - 01:00 PM
Registration
πŸ•‘: 01:00 PM - 01:10 PM
Welcome & Opening Remarks

Info: Professor Emma Bond: Pro Vice-Chancellor Research and Knowledge Exchange, University of Suffolk


πŸ•‘: 01:10 PM - 01:30 PM
Keynote

Info: Gulshan Kayembe: The High Sheriff of Suffolk


πŸ•‘: 01:30 PM - 02:15 PM
Panel Discussion: Marriage & Meaning

Info: Panel Chair: Dr Amanda Hodgkinson - Director for Suffolk Centre of Culture and Heritage, University of Suffolk. Panel Members: Raj Mistry, Hindu Community. Shkar Abdullah, Muslim Community. Robin Herne, Pagan Community. Tom Mumford, Christian Community. Dayasara, Buddhist Community. Adele Chaplin, Humanist Community. Additional panellists to be confirmed.


πŸ•‘: 02:15 PM - 02:30 PM
BREAK
πŸ•‘: 02:30 PM - 03:20 PM
Panel Questions & Answers
πŸ•‘: 03:20 PM - 03:30 PM
Event Close

Info: Gurmeet Singh Sually: Chair - Ipswich Faith and Community Forum


πŸ•‘: 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Networking and Refreshments
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University of Suffolk, 19 Neptune Quay, Ipswich, United Kingdom

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