October 27 Marks International Religious Freedom Day, Celebrating Fundamental Rights Worldwide October 27 is observed as International Religious Freedom Day, honoring the essential role of religious liberty as a foundational human right. This day highlights the reality that countless people around the world, especially those under Marxist and authoritarian regimes, are still unable to fully […]
Month: October 2024
October 23, 2024 – In a landmark address to the Permanent Council of the Organization of American States (OAS), religious freedom advocate Knox Thames discussed pressing issues regarding religious freedom in the Americas. Speaking during a special session focused on the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) study, Thames provided practical recommendations to advance protections […]
William L. Saunders from Catholic Law participated in a panel discussion on the Christian foundations of human rights and religious freedom during the Celebrating International Religious Freedom Day Dialogue at the Organization of American States (OAS). The event centered on the theme of Religious Freedom as a cornerstone of Human Rights and the Common Good. Notably, […]
At the annual AJC Global Jewish Diplomacy Reception, AJC CEO Ted Deutch was joined by Ambassador Deborah Lipstadt, U.S. Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemtism, and Rabbi Andrew Baker, AJC Director of International Jewish Affairs; Personal Representative of the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office on Combating Antisemitism, to discuss the Global Guidelines for Countering Antisemitism, created by […]
As the 2024 U.S. presidential election draws near, candidates from both the Democratic and Republican parties have outlined their positions on religious freedom, a key issue in the current political climate. The article Religious Freedom in Modern America, published by the Presidential Prayer Team, offers insight into each party’s platform on this matter. 2024 Democratic […]
An article titled Religious Freedom in Modern America published by the Presidential Prayer Team delves into the complexities and evolution of religious freedom in the United States, rooted in the First Amendment of the Constitution. This foundational principle, established in 1791, prevents Congress from enacting laws that either establish a national religion or prohibit individuals […]
At a press conference during the conference “Shared Responsibility: Cooperation Between States and Religious Communities,” held as part of Hungary’s EU presidency, Miklós Soltész addressed critical questions facing European leaders. He emphasized the need to recognize the dangers facing the continent and to identify those who can help respond, including churches, which he said can […]
Miklós Soltész, State Secretary for Church and Ethnic Relations in Hungary, spoke at a press conference during the event “Shared Responsibility: Cooperation Between States and Religious Communities,” held on October 18, 2024, as part of Hungary’s EU presidency. The event took place at the Museum of Ethnography in Budapest, with leaders from across Europe, including […]
Fruitful Dialogue on Freedom of Religion Under Hungarian EU Presidency The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) took part in the Article 17 TFEU conference, titled “Shared Responsibility: Cooperation Between States and Religious Communities in Europe,” held in Budapest on Friday, October 18, 2024. The event was organized under the Hungarian […]
Daniel Solymári, Director of Foreign Affairs for the Hungarian Charity Service of the Order of Malta, has been recognized by Pope Francis for his dedicated humanitarian work with migrants. The Pope recently honored Solymári with the Order of Saint Sylvester, a prestigious award given by the Holy See to secular individuals for exceptional service. Solymári […]