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YMCA Peace Medal to Multi-Faith Team
U of G’s Multi-Faith Resource Team received the YMCA Peace Medal last week for its ecumenical work in support of University students and staff. The award was presented at the Guelph YMCA-YWCA’s annual meeting.
With representatives from many faiths and religions, including Christian denominations, Islam, Judaism and Hinduism, the team serves the U of G community in developing the spiritual dimensions of people’s lives and through programs that focus on peace and social justice issues.
“These activities have been well-received by the University community and have contributed to a greater awareness of world issues and promoted more effective communication among religious groups and faiths,” says Bruno Mancini, director of Student Life and Counselling Services. “For all their efforts and accomplishments, the Multi- Faith Resource Team is a deserving recipient of the YMCA Peace Medal. It’s a great honour for the Uni- versity.”
Examples of the team’s efforts include organizing Peace Week activities and Holocaust Awareness Week, encouraging understanding across traditional divides with Faith Week events, and supporting international efforts such as the Masai for Africa campaign and Children of Bukati.
“Members of the team have been stewards of peace and tolerance,” says James Bonk, CEO of the Guelph YMCA-YWCA. “Their active participation in numerous events and support of the Masai for Africa campaign have made a positive impact on life at the University and in the wider Guelph community.”