Harvard University has appointed Rabbi Getzel Davis as the inaugural director of interfaith engagement under a presidential initiative. His role focuses on promoting religious literacy, fostering dialogue, and building relationships across diverse faith and non-faith traditions. Having served as a Harvard chaplain for 12 years, Davis aims to create respect for diverse identities and enhance cooperation among communities on campus. President Alan M. Garber emphasizes the importance of understanding and appreciating one another to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
"I spent 12 years as a Harvard chaplain, and I learned a lot about all these other communities. Not only did I build deeper relationships with them and run programming together, but I learned a lot about what they were struggling with and was often surprised that, in fact, we had a lot in common."
"Creating a community in which every person at Harvard can thrive means expanding opportunities for individuals to know, understand, and appreciate one another."
"Rabbi Davis is a good listener and a great collaborator. His capacities for curiosity and compassion will shape our efforts to ensure that Harvard is a place where people can be themselves, express their views, and pursue their dreams both individually and collectively."
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