Intercultural Dialogue Institute is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to advance social cohesion through personal interaction by promoting respect and mutual understanding among people of all cultures and faiths through dialogue and partnership.
We start with the simple but powerful premise that sharing a meal brings people together and provides an excellent setting for open and sincere dialogue. We bring guests into the intimate setting of a host family’s home with a guide for person to person interaction to explore each other’s cultures.
“Meet Your Neighbour” is a program where families affiliated with IDI invite guests to their homes to have dinner together. In these programs, families meet, greet, and create a joyful family atmosphere. Families also maintain good relations with their neighbours, regardless of what their religion, beliefs, culture, or race may be.
The purpose behind these programs is to build bridges between communities and experience intercultural interactions. Through these experiences, exchange of ideas, tolerance, development of new forms of dialogue and new friendships are gained. This brings about kindness, respectfulness, generosity and above all else cultural harmony.
Gain authentic insights into different cultures and faiths directly from the people who live them every day.
Replace assumptions with real experiences by exploring the world through someone else’s eyes.
Play an active role in creating a culture of peace, respect, and belonging where everyone feels at home.
Transform the strangers on your street into neighbors you know, trust, and cherish.
These connections go beyond polite greetings, evolving into genuine bonds of mutual support and care.
Experience the profound sense of belonging that comes from knowing you have true friends just a few doors down.
Whether you choose to host a visit or be a guest, you are taking a powerful step toward breaking down barriers.
