World Faith is an international NGO founded in 2008 by Frank Fredericks. The organization’s stated mission is "to end religious violence.” It aims to promote opportunities for interfaith dialogue through community service projects to “[foster] genuine dialogue that is built around the shared values of service” and to “[inspire] project participants to build cross-identity friendships and strengthen their understanding of other religious traditions.” World Faith’s activities pivot around the idea of revising the system of global peacebuilding, with a special focus on the role of faith identity in conflict.
The organization is based in New York City, but oversees more than a dozen chapters in 13 countries including Bangladesh, Gambia, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Pakistan, and the United States. Local chapters focus on a range of issues determined by the “specific needs of the communities” which they serve, like "poverty, homelessness, women's education, and refugee needs. "Because each Chapter is led by one or more local leaders, they can identify and engage with the needs of their community, addressing the local development issues. World Faith International is the primary connector, trainer, organizer, and promoter of each Chapter’s work. By emphasizing a more comprehensive approach to community development, World Faith is able to maximize our impact."
Board Members include Rev. Jennifer Bailey, Alexandra Karasavva,Chris Stedman and Avi Smolen; while Grace Patterson serves in the advisory board.
In 2010, World Faith was recognized by the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations Forum as one of nine "most innovative organizations best positioned to promote intercultural dialogue."
So far World Faith has mobilized a total of 5,000 volunteers in 290,000 hours of service, directly impacting the lives of 500,000 people.