Hartford International University for Religion and Peace.

As a pioneering, interreligious, international university, Hartford International has helped thousands of people find peace within, and many thousands more find peace with each other. At HIU, we engage in robust religious studies and meaningful interfaith dialogue to deepen our beliefs, respect our differences, and help bring peace to the world.

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Academic Programs

Pioneering an interreligious environment like no other – we help thousands of people deepen their faith & lead countless more out of conflict.

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Continuing and Professional Education

Learning opportunities for thriving in a religiously complex world.

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Religion Research

From our faculty to our students, Hartford International is home to and fosters world-renowned scholars who are engaged in religion research – exploring answers to questions of faith in the world today.

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Global & Community Partnerships

Our students work with religious scholars across the globe – from consortiums with the world’s top academic institutions to local and international communities.

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News & Events

Faculty In The News

HIU Represented at Conference on Fethullah Gülen's Thought and Practice

October 9, 2025

Dr. Bilal Ansari and Ph.D. candidate Semih Kiyma both spoke at a Respect Graduate School conference titled Fethullah Gülen's Thought and Practice: Education, Dialogue, Peacebuilding and Identity Formation.

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Nov 13

12:30 pm

Choosing to Grieve Together: Parents Circle - Families Forum

Join bereaved Israeli and Palestinian members of the Parents Circle as they share stories of loss and reconciliation.The Parents Circle - Families Forum is a joint Israeli-Palestinian organization made up of over 800 bereaved families. Their common bond is that they have lost a close family member

A Heart for All

Our approach to theological study is about building connections and experiencing our differences – nourishing love for the entire human family, no matter where you come from or what faith you hold closest in your heart.

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From the Blog

Interfaith Literacy as a Civic Skill in a Divided America

Building Interfaith Communities

Interfaith Literacy as a Civic Skill in a Divided America

America is a nation built on a promise of pluralism. Walk through any major city or increasingly, any suburban school district, and you’ll see the evidence: storefront temples, megachurches, mosques, synagogues, and community centers representing... The post Interfaith Literacy as a Civic Skill in a Divided America first appeared on Religion & Peace.

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Spirituality & the Journey to Faith

The Prophets of the Hebrew Bible and the Primacy of Social Justice

For ancient Israel, worship was thought to guarantee divine favor. But the prophets warn that when injustice thrives, even the most devout worship cannot guarantee God’s blessing.  Worship guarantees God’s favor Many of the laws... The post The Prophets of the Hebrew Bible and the Primacy of Social Justice first appeared on Religion & Peace.

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Ministry Leadership

How Ministry Leaders and Churches Are Embracing AI with Purpose & Faith

More churches are adopting AI to reduce workloads, enhance communication, and deepen mission. Faith leaders see AI as a tool to free time for ministry, strengthen community, and uphold human dignity in a rapidly changing world. The post How Ministry Leaders and Churches Are Embracing AI with Purpose & Faith first appeared on Religion & Peace.

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