The Baskerville Institute’s dedication to examining the theological and ethical foundations of friendship allows us to understand the importance of different perspectives in the process of building community. The Civic Friendship Initiative aims to promote the highest expression of humanity and generate friendship symbols that preserve societal friendship. For the Baskerville Institute, civic friendship is vital for the continued growth and development of our Institute.
Webinars
Meet Mayoral Candidate Abdullah Hammoud:
Civic Engagement, Elections, and Friendship
Christianity & Islam: Friendship & Contemporary Challenges
Brought to you by our partnership with Luke 10 and the Baskerville Institute.
Religion has often been used to separate people and demonize those of another faith tradition. We believe, however, that a deep understanding of both Christianity and Islam will lead to the rejection of violence and extremism and affirmation of peace and coexistence. This webinar will explore these paths that Muslims and Christians can walk together in friendship to build the peaceful world that God had intended. Our distinguished panelists of academics and religious leaders from Iran and the US will lead us in this important discussion at this critical moment: Christianity and Islam, Friendship and Contemporary Challenges.
New Initiative:
Baskerville Institute Digital Friendship (BIDF)
BIDF is a digital platform that connects to online courses offered by American universities. BDIF does not offer these courses. However, our platform makes it possible for prospective students to search for information provided by universities to help them tailor their educational needs and find essential information.
BIDF is a digital community promoting friendship through education, providing a virtual space for students to exchange ideas and enhance mutual understanding. Join the Baskerville Friendship Club and start exchanging ideas that help build civic friendship between Americans and Iranians.
Latest Articles from Our Executive Director, Bahman Baktiari
Opinion: Despite political tensions, Iran’s bond to Utah goes back over a hundred years
Author: Bahman Baktiari
Publication: Deseret News, May 8, 2023
It all started at a Utah State University graduation ceremony.
