Religious forces have shaped nearly every aspect of Tanzanian society over the past centuries, spanning the precolonial era to the present. Today, the vast majority of Tanzanians identify as Christian or Muslim and, when asked, respond that religion plays a very important role in their life. This report provides an overview of Tanzania’s religious landscape in relation to major development issues.
June 7, 2021
Berkley Center Senior Fellow and WFDD Executive Director Katherine Marshall will deliver a keynote at the "SEA-AIR Final Conference on FoRB Policy and Practice" on June 9, 2021. WFDD prepared briefs as part of the EU-funded project.
November 9, 2020
This article, published in the International Journal of Educational Development, explores the relationship between faith and education in Bangladesh with a focus on current challenges facing policymakers and practitioners. The article was first published as a Berkley Center white paper in May 2020.
May 15, 2018
Nigeria’s vibrant and dynamic religious landscape plays many roles in the nation’s life and development. It is also a factor, albeit a complex one, in conflicts and violence that many see as linked to religious divides. Religious institutions have deep historic roots and are unquestionably a vital part of communities at all levels. This report provides an overview of Nigeria’s religious landscape in…
October 30, 2017
ISPS supports action-focused pilot projects and relevant research and communications by inspired young leaders who see sports as an avenue to promote development and peace.
October 2, 2017
On October 2, 2017, the World Faiths Development Dialogue (WFDD) convened a workshop in Washington, D.C. to discuss the intersection of development and religion in Nigeria.
August 31, 2017
This brief provides an overview of Guatemala's religious communities and highlights the contributions of faith-inspired development.
September 16, 2024
September 9, 2024
