June 9, 2009
Source: BBC News
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/education/8091098.stm
A global education programme designed to foster understanding between religions has been launched by the Tony Blair Faith Foundation.
The project, launched by the former prime minister, is intended to promote dialogue between young people from different faiths and backgrounds.
It argues that "religious literacy" is a "vital skill" in a globalised and multicultural society.
The project is running in schools in Asia, North America and Europe.
The Faith Foundation, created by Mr Blair after stepping down as prime minister, has the aim of fostering better relations and understanding between world religions.