Embrace Diversity

I, John Badawi, a peace advocate from the Philippines fully support this undertaking. I support embracing and celebrating diversity As one of the online campaigns of CintaIndonesia, I stand with the young leaders who would like to push for a peaceful world. 

This photo was taken during the YSEALI United for Peace where I met the active and talented youth of CintaIndonesia which aims to promote understanding among different religious traditions and cultures through dialogue. This award-winning movement has continued to engage youth in embracing diversity. 

Get to know more about CintaIndonesia here.



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