FZRB Managing Director

Dear Members, Steering Committee Members, Professors, Partners, and Stakeholders,

It continues to be a great honor for me to serve as the Managing Director of the Research Center for Religion and Education (RCRE), building upon the work initiated by Dr. Stefan van der Hoek. My name is Rawan Tahboub, and I am deeply grateful for the trust you have placed in me to lead the center in its vital mission.

The RCRE's unique commitment to fostering effective religious education across various domains – society, media, schools, communities, and families – remains a central driving force for me. This comprehensive approach is essential to ensuring that religious education stays relevant and adaptable in our ever-changing landscape.

In my role, I am very much looking forward to our ongoing close collaboration. Your collective expertise, diverse perspectives, and unwavering dedication form the bedrock of the RCRE's success. I truly value our exchanges and the opportunity to collectively explore innovative approaches and develop impactful solutions.

Together, we have the potential to continue making significant strides in promoting versatile, inclusive, and contemporary religious education. Whether it's navigating the complexities of religious instruction in the age of social media, fostering interfaith understanding within our communities, or equipping educators with the tools they need to nurture young minds – the RCRE will remain at the forefront of these crucial conversations.

I am confident that through our continued collaboration, we can build upon the center's impressive legacy and guide it towards an even more successful future. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me at any time. I look forward to continuing our dialogue and sharing your thoughts and visions for the RCRE.

With great dedication,

Rawan Tahboub
Managing Director of RCRE