Dialogue & Cooperation
among Civilizations
The Center for Dialogue and Cooperation among Civilizations works to promote awareness, deepen understanding, and foster cooperation among the world's religions, cultures, nations and civilizations.
Brief Profile
The Center for Dialogue and Cooperation among Civilizations (CDCC) was established in 2006 by a distinguished circle of Indonesian scholars and international-relations practitioners. It was born from a profound intellectual and moral imperative — among others, as a response to the "clash of civilizations" narrative that has defined much of the early 21st century.
The purpose of the Centre is to serve dialogue and cooperation among civilizations at large.
- Promote awareness of social, economic, political, cultural and philosophical thought.
- Highlight the human intellectual contribution and its impact on civilization.
- Deepen dialogue and foster cooperation among various schools of civilization.
Strategic Focus Areas
Dialogue Across Differences▼
Faith-based Action & Collaboration▼
Peacebuilding & Moral Movement▼
Scope of Works
Advocacy
- Conferences
- High-level Consultation
- Appeal / Policy Brief Making
- Public Campaigns
Public Education
- Public Discussions
- Lecture on Civilizations
- Trainings and Workshops
- Public Campaigns
Research & Studies
- Roundtable Discussions
- Academic Writings
- Studies & Appeals
Key Initiatives
Inter-Religious Council (IRC) Indonesia
One of the few interfaith alliances in Indonesia initiated by civil society — a forum for interfaith dialogue and faith-based action uniting eight religious assemblies across six official religions.
World Peace Forum (WPF)
Held nine times since 2006, this biennial gathering convenes thinkers, peace activists, academics, religious leaders, policy makers and journalists to mainstream a moral movement for world peace.
Siaga Bumi — Movement to Save the Earth
Launched after the COP21 Paris event in 2015, mobilising religious leaders on climate change through education, campaigns and advocacy — including the Eco-Places of Worship program.
Wasathiyah Islam Initiative
Launched at the 8th World Peace Forum in Solo (2022) to mainstream Wasathiyah Islam globally, guided by an advisory board of 17 Islamic figures from around the world.
ARI-BP — Alliance to Defend Palestine
An alliance of Indonesian Islamic organisations born of brotherhood with the Palestinian people, mobilising fundraising, mass rallies and strategic studies.
Flagship Programs
Call for Partnership
CDCC is built on the power of collaboration. We offer our extensive global network, grassroots trust and scholarly expertise — and invite global institutions, governments, civil society and visionary figures to partner with us, turning dialogue into ethical, actionable and systemic global change.