Faith Communities Forum

What is the Faith Communities Forum?

The Faith Communities Forum aims to promote a dialogue between the National Assembly for Wales, Welsh Assembly Government and the major faith communities on any matters affecting the economic, social and cultural life of Wales.

Who is involved?

Membership of the Faith Communities Forum consists of representatives of the following faiths:

• Baha'i
• Buddhism
• Christianity
  • Church in Wales
  • Churches Together in Wales (CYTUN)
  • Evangelical Alliance Wales
  • Free Church Council
  • Roman Catholic Church in Wales
• Hinduism
• Judaism
• Islam
• Sikhism

The National Assembly for Wales is represented by the First Minister and leaders of the political parties in the Assembly. The Secretary of State for Wales is also a member of the Forum.

What is discussed?

Any matters of concern to faith communities in Wales can be raised and similarly, any matters on which politicians might wish to consult faith communities can also be raised.

Matters of concern between faith communities will also be appropriate for discussion and consideration by the Forum.