Carol Harris-Shapiro

About the Author

Carol Harris-Shapiro is a distinguished interfaith educator and community builder with over three decades of experience fostering dialogue and collaboration across religious divides. As a rabbi and author, she has dedicated her career to bridging gaps between diverse faith traditions, emphasizing practical strategies for inclusive communities. Her work draws from her roles as a congregational leader and interreligious advocate, where she has facilitated workshops, led initiatives, and promoted mutual understanding in an increasingly pluralistic world. In her seminal book, Interactive Faith: The Essential Interreligious Community-Building Handbook (Walking Together, Finding the Way), Harris-Shapiro provides actionable tools for individuals and groups to engage meaningfully with others, transforming potential conflicts into opportunities for shared growth and harmony.