Religion & Society Program Publications

The Religion & Society Program publishes primers, reports on our events, original research, collected essays and other resources with the ultimate aim of building the field of religious pluralism.

Religious Perspectives on the Narratives of America: The Search for Just, Honest, Inclusive and Forward-looking Tellings

Religious, spiritual, and ethical teachings have a profound impact on people’s perspectives and inform many of our civic debates. Understanding other’s worldviews can make for healthier disagreement.

June 12, 2024

Building Interfaith Bridges: West Michigan’s Journey Toward Principled Pluralism

This interfaith tale of two cities demonstrates that with committed individuals and the ability to acknowledge and honor differences, interfaith work can span decades and build lifelong relationships.

September 22, 2022

Christian-Muslim Relations in a Tribalized America: Strategies for Healing

Building on her book, Asma Uddin has produced a framework to guide bridge building conversations between evangelicals and Muslims.

September 13, 2021

But What if They Preach? A Guide for Funding Faith-Inspired Grantees with Boundaries and Integrity

We offer this brief guide for funders on how to partner with faith-inspired partners with clear boundaries and integrity.

August 30, 2021

Understanding Religious Literacy Content Creators and Providers in Education, Journalism, and New Media: A Report for the Arthur Vining Davis Foundations

Seeks to help practitioners, content creators, academics, and funders understand the landscape of content that is “advancing public knowledge about religions.”

August 18, 2021

Dialogue That Enlarges: Bridging Ideological Divides Through a Faith Lens

Religious, spiritual, and ethical teachings have a profound impact on people’s perspectives and inform many of our civic debates. Understanding other’s worldviews can make for healthier disagreement.

July 9, 2021

The Rebuilding Democracy Project: A Case Study in Polarization, Faith, and The Common Good

The Rebuilding Democracy Project aims to apply specific aspects of Judaism’s traditions to the myriad conversations of American political life.

May 24, 2021

The Politics of Vulnerability: Can Muslims and Evangelicals Find Common Cause in Religious Freedom?

The Inclusive America Project (IAP) is pleased to publish our new report, “The Politics of Vulnerability: Can Muslims and Evangelicals Find Common Cause in Religious Freedom?”

October 29, 2020

The Multiplier Effect: A Case Study of Faith-Based Community Organizations in Chicago, IL

The Inclusive America Project (IAP) is pleased to publish our newest report, “The Multiplier Effect: A Case Study of Faith-Based Community Organizations in Chicago, IL,” which investigates the ways in which religious pluralism supports the thriving of American democracy and society.

September 3, 2020

Conscience, Community and Citizenship: Religious Pluralism in an Age of Religious Nationalism

A new report by the Inclusive America Project examines the role of religious pluralism in building a stronger democracy.

July 22, 2019

Pluralism in Peril: Challenges To An American Ideal

A new report by the Inclusive America Project addresses how our nation can maintain its historical commitment to embracing people of all faith backgrounds against a backdrop of polarization.

February 7, 2018

Principled Pluralism: Report of the Inclusive America Project

This publication discusses proven strategies for managing America’s religious diversity in a way that promotes informed respect and social cohesion.

June 18, 2013