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NZ Police launch Religious Diversity Book

The NZ Police release a guide to religious diversity. See NZ Police News : Police launch Religious Diversity Book. From the release,

‘A Practical Reference to Religious Diversity’ covers seven major religious faiths including Maori spirituality, Buddhist Faith, Christian Faith, Hindu Faith, Islamic Faith, Jewish Faith, and the Sikh Faith.

The book provides information to help police gain basic awareness and understanding of religious diversity. It also explains how religious beliefs and customs may impact on their role as police officers when they are carrying out their duties.

You can also download the entire book as a PDF file from: www.police.govt.nz/resources/2005/religious-diversity/religious-diversity.pdf