Mayor’s Office of Religious Affairs

What We Do

• Establish and coordinate effective collaborations between the District of Columbia government agencies and the faith community in addressing citywide issues
• Cultivate policies that engage community and faith-based organizations in the creation of citywide programs and initiatives across multiple disciplines

History

Established in 1973 through the District of Columbia Home Rule Act, the Mayor’s Office of Religious Affairs (MORA) collaborates with the Mayor's Interfaith Council to provide outside input into partnerships and other issues of concern to the religious community. MORA is committed to increasing the involvement of the faith community in alignment with the goals of the Mayor’s administration to create pathways to the middle class.