Singapore’s Inter-Religious Organisation (IRO) is stepping up its online presence to promote tolerance and counter youth radicalisation through a new initiative, We The People of Singapore. The campaign will feature short videos, educational explainers on different faiths, and personal stories of interfaith friendships, The Straits Times reported.

“Our harmony did not happen by chance, it was built through effort, respect and a shared commitment to live together in peace,” IRO president K. Elango said, noting that the group’s mission remains to build bridges and strengthen communal harmony.

Founded in 1949, the IRO brings together leaders from 10 religions: Baha’i, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Jainism, Judaism, Sikhism, Taoism and Zoroastrianism. The refreshed campaign, launched in collaboration with the Central Community Development Council (CDC), aligns with the SGSecure movement, which encourages vigilance against terror threats.

“As we step boldly into the next 60 years, our purpose is clear: to mentor across generations, forge new friendships, and share the wisdom of every faith,” Elango said.

Central CDC mayor Denise Phua added that technology would help amplify the IRO’s message: “By harnessing technology, we can bring IRO’s timeless message of interfaith respect to more residents.”

The initiative comes amid warnings from Singapore’s Terrorism Threat Assessment Report, which flagged youth radicalisation as a growing concern.