About us and our purpose
The Multifaith Forum aims to encourage and facilitate dialogue between faith and religious groups, the council and other public sector partners.
Made up of local faith leaders, the forum is a space for the public sector and faith groups to discuss and collaborate on important topics. It’s also somewhere for the community to come together to share information and celebrate important events.
Led by members of different faiths, we’re supported by the council’s Community Development team. We hold meetings quarterly, and at other times when needed.
Who we are
The Multifaith Forum is made up of:
- Ms Angela Colman MBE, Chair
- Gerald Rose, Vice Chair
- Michelle Brooks-Evans, Treasurer
- Jagir Sekhon, Secretary
Contact the Multifaith Forum
Email:
multifaith-forum@royalgreenwich.gov.uk
United Kingdom
What we do
We provide opportunities for things like:
- community building
- two-way engagement with local faith leaders and public sector organisations
- networking
We also help develop relationships with key people in the statutory, private, and voluntary sectors. Together we acknowledge the importance of faith groups in supporting residents.
Who can get involved
The Multifaith Forum is open to faith leaders from all faiths and religions in Royal Greenwich, and representatives of public sector organisations.
Upcoming events
We have an exciting programme of events for the Multifaith Forum in 2026.
If you'd like to get more information or join, email multifaith-forum@royalgreenwich.gov.uk
- 3 March 2026, 6:45pm to 8:15pm – in-person guest speakers
- 22 April 2026, 6:45pm to 8:15pm – online planning for peace walk
- 14 June 2026, 2:30pm to 3:45pm – in-person Peace Walk
- 9 September 2026, 6:45pm to 8:45pm – in-person Interfaith Week planning and guest speaker
- 17 November 2026, time to be announced – in-person at Woolwich Town Hall for the Interfaith Week Celebration
- 9 December 2026, 6:45pm to 8:45pm – in-person Celebration of Light, our end of year multifaith celebration
Our impact
The borough's first ever Multifaith Week took place from 23 to 27 September 2024. A great success, the event celebrated all faiths and religions in the borough. We came together through a series of discussions and activities, enabling people from across the borough to get together.
Read the Multifaith week 2024 news article
The Multifaith Forum held a special meeting in response to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Faith leaders from various communities across the borough were invited to discuss community cohesion and relations in the Royal Borough of Greenwich in the context of this conflict.
The Multifaith Forum supported residents and staff during the recent riots in Southport. We engaged with local community groups, the police and the council to help in any way we could.