ABOUT US
innoFaith is a network of people of different religious faiths and faith-based organizations who seek to inspire and enable our communities to engage in the world in innovative ways to help humanity thrive.
We are rooted in sacred traditions that we know have great wisdom to offer modern society. We also know that a fast changing world requires us to develop new frameworks and methods for engaging with complex social problems. We want to make faith and the assets of our communities and institutions a powerful force for social innovation, one worthy of the challenges our societies face in the 21st century.
innoFaith exists to…
foster the dynamic engagement of sacred wisdom and social innovation
unleash the creative courage of persons and communities of faith
nurture collaborations across (and beyond) faith communities to develop solutions to social and environmental challenges, and to help spread existing solutions
The Latin root of the word innovate means to renew, from "in-" meaning "into" and "novare" meaning "make new." With innoFaith, we aspire to bring sacred wisdom and social innovation into a dynamic dance that can help renew our faith, our communities, and our world.
Read our welcome blog post. Read what we mean by social innovation.
what we're working on
Connecting faith communities to creative, high-impact strategies for social change and resources to support social innovation
Fostering collaborations to develop and spread social change strategies that are faith-inspired, innovation-fueled, and impact-driven
Cultivating interfaith conversation about the relationship between religion, social innovation, and human flourishing
our team
Danielle Goldstone, Founder
Hi, I'm Danielle. I'm a practicing Catholic, a member of the amazing Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Washington, DC (except, confessions: I often skip hospitality hour to go for a bike ride and truthfully only grin and bear committee meetings). I've worked for over two decades in the field of social change and innovation. As a young person, my faith community seeded a commitment to issues of social concern that led me to pursue work that I believed would help increase human dignity, equality, and justice in the world. On the journey, I've met and worked alongside many other changemakers likewise inspired by their faith, and I've seen my own and many other faith communities (of every religious tradition) working hard every day to create a better world for all through service, organizing, advocacy, and innovation. I think we can do even more and do it better, especially through collaboration.
Abigale Haug, Communications Manager
Hey there, I'm Abbie! I’m currently studying at Harvard Divinity School to get a Masters of Theological Studies, but my journey into this work began as I grew up in a multi-religious home in Fargo, ND. I have two sisters who are Bosian refugees and their experiences, combined with my own positive experiences growing up with my local Lutheran church community, has encouraged me to explore what conditions can support positive faith and religious communities today. When I'm not reminding myself how to write a research paper, I can be found reading a fun novel, hosting a themed dinner party for my friends, or training for a half marathon.
Contributing Editors
Francesca Reznik
Hey! My name is Francesca Reznik, and I'm a religion nerd. I have a Bachelors in Religious Studies from the University of Pennsylvania, as well as a recently completed Master of Theological Studies from Harvard Divinity School. I work full time as a climate professional, with a specific focus on energy policy and workforce development. When I'm not curled up with a book, you can find me baking intricate cakes or going on long runs.
Kimberly Daniel
Hello, I’m Kimberly! I am a preacher and teacher’s kid who is deeply connected to my spirituality, living out the values of my faith, and allowing Spirit and my ancestors to guide me each day. A native South Carolinian turned Atlantan, my journey through the years has unfolded at the intersection of the arts, social impact, storytelling, and purpose. I have worked for over 15 years with purpose-driven organizations who positively impact our communities and contribute to the common good. Beyond my work, I find joy in nature, martial arts, meaningful conversations, early morning runs, and embracing adventure.
Nate Harding
Hi there 👋🏽 My name is Nathaniel Charles Harding. Most people call me Nate, though with Spanish speakers I introduce myself as Nathaniel because it’s more common in Spanish and because I find how Nathaniel sounds in Spanish delightful. But the name I feel most captures my essence is Unathi — a name that was given to me by my Xhosa host family in Cape Town, South Africa when I studied there in 2015. Unathi means “God is with us.” While Nathaniel similarly means “Gift of God,” I like that “Unathi” includes “us” because much of how I understand who and how I am comes from the numerous people with whom I’ve worked, studied, lived, and played throughout my career as an international education and exchange program leader, global social impact strategy consultant, and leadership coach supporting public servants around the world. I love traveling, connecting while sipping tea or coffee, and when I can, playing basketball.
Victoria Strang
Hi there, I'm Victoria. I grew up in the UCC tradition but currently attend St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Rhode Island where I’m an active choir member. My mother’s love for classical music and role as a soloist brought me into the church, and my passion for social justice and community have kept me coming back. I enjoy traveling and visiting religious sites around the world (dragging my husband into at least 3-4 churches a day on any vacation we take). I have spent over a decade in faith-based advocacy and community organizing. In my current role at Human Rights Watch, I engage and collaborate with faith leaders and organizations to promote human rights across the globe. I truly believe in the power of people of faith to transform the world and work to encourage secular nonprofits to develop authentic relationships with religious partners to strengthen our collective power and create a planet where everyone can live with dignity.
Yasmine Tujjar
Hey there, I’m Yasmine! Currently, I'm an undergraduate student at McGill University, where my passion for advocacy and human rights work thrives. This passion has deep roots in my upbringing within diverse interfaith communities where values of inclusivity and compassion became part of my core beliefs. Throughout my journey, I've been guided by the idea that collaboration across diverse backgrounds holds the key to positive change. Whether organizing events or contributing to publications, my aim has always been to foster diversity and understanding. Looking ahead, I'm eager to continue nurturing unity through my work and endeavors, leveraging my skills to contribute to a world where faith and service serve as bridges that bring people together.
