Landmark Declaration Calls for Human Dignity for Everyone Everywhere

On the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, a new declaration seeks to address today’s unique challenges to international human rights.

Unprecedented Numbers of Migrants and Refugees Means New Religious Freedom Challenges, Say Scholars

As the number of migrants and refugees worldwide continues to surge, a panel of scholars convened last month by the International Religious Liberty Association (IRLA) says more must be done to deal with related religious freedom challenges.

All Africa Congress Focuses on Peaceful Coexistence

In September, Rwanda welcomed more than 500 religious freedom delegates and advocates from some 30 countries to the 3rd All Africa Congress and Festival of Religious Liberty. The two-day event began September 13 under the theme, “Hope for Building a Tolerant and Peaceful Continent.” It was organized by IRLA-affiliate organization, the All Africa Religious Liberty Association (AARLA), and brought together church leaders, government officials, and religious

G20 Interfaith Summit Addresses Global Challenges

​Global religious leaders convened in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on September 26 for the fifth annual G20 Interfaith Forum. These yearly forums shadow the annual international “Group of Twenty” (G20) Economic Summit and aim to strengthen the voice of the world’s faith communities in addressing global political, economic and social challenges.

Religious Liberty Advocates Called to Reach out Beyond Comfort Zones

Speakers at the recent 16th Annual Religious Liberty Dinner in Washington D.C. made a resolute call to build bridges of understanding and strengthen networks as a way of fighting against religious intolerance and advocating freedom of conscience and belief.