Mission

The mission of the Center for Jewish-Christian-Muslim Understanding is to promote public and peaceful communication with respect to Jewish, Christian, and Muslim traditions. The Center encourages interaction, understanding, acceptance, and cooperation through the dissemination of knowledge and information about the three faiths’ historical, cultural, and socio-economic roots. 

History

The Center for Jewish-Christian-Muslim Understanding began shortly after September 11, 2001, when its organizers discovered they were working with many people who had experienced personal trauma and direct loss as a result of the tragic events of that day.

Four Jews, four Christians, and four Muslims—including several members of the clergy—came together. All of the founders believed that the people of the faiths of Abraham could, despite the challenges they faced, learn to live together in mutual respect and harmony.

And that legacy continues today through the work of the Center for Jewish-Christian-Muslim Understanding.

Since its inception, CJCMU has created opportunities to foster dialogue and advance meaningful interfaith encounters. Through the Center’s various programs and resources, people of different faiths and ethnic backgrounds learn about each other’s customs and beliefs and come to respect, honor, and learn from that diversity.

The Center was incorporated in May, 2002, and secured its 501(c)3 status in September, 2002. The organization is headquartered in Westchester County, New York.