An Interreligious Adventure
Studies show how deeply rooted prejudices and hostile stereotypes towards Muslims and Jews are in society – even among young people. Islamophobia and anti-Semitism are often based on irrational fears and stereotypes that are passed down from generation to generation and make it difficult to live together in an intercultural society. They also influence young people’s perceptions of other religions and cultures. Since 7 October 2023 at the latest, it has become clear worldwide how virulent this issue is and that it does not only affect Muslims and Jews.
The project Speaking Places – An Interreligious Adventure is developing a serious game for young people that aims to address interreligious and intercultural conflicts in a playful format and create a basis for dialogue. It is intended to provide teachers and group leaders in extracurricular education with a way to address extremely conflict-ridden and emotionally charged topics in a group setting.
The game serves as an introduction to the topic and as a tool for addressing issues of group-focused enmity. The playful approach offers the opportunity to take on different perspectives in a safe environment. This provides a basis for initiating dialogue. Extensive material for educators is being developed to accompany the game. The game will be produced in a game box in a limited edition of 300 and made available nationwide.
The project will involve close cooperation with the Maimonides – jüdisch muslimisches Bildungswerk and An-Nusrat NRW e.V..
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