Washington, D.C. – The House of Representatives has taken a major step toward rolling back federal initiatives promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) by passing the “Dismantle DEI Act” (H.R.8706) along party lines. The legislation aligns with President-elect Donald Trump’s campaign promise to eliminate programs that advance critical race theory (CRT) and DEI policies, which […]
Month: November 2024
November 27,2024: Her Excellency, Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, First Lady of Pakistan and Member of the National Assembly, attended the Global Women’s Forum, being held in Dubai on 26 November 2024. The forum was organised by Dubai Women Establishment. The inaugural session of the Forum was attended by His Higheness Sheikh Muhammad bin Rashid Al Maktoum, […]
Washington, DC – 21Wilberforce, a global organization dedicated to advancing religious freedom, has announced in 2024 the appointment of Wissam al-Saliby as its new President. Al-Saliby, a renowned expert in international religious freedom and human rights, brings a wealth of experience to the role and is committed to strengthening the organization’s mission. Speaking about his […]
As part of ‘Red Wednesday,’ an initiative by Aid to the Church in Need, the Austrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs highlights the ongoing persecution, pressure, and threats faced by millions of Christians globally. The Ministry remains dedicated to protecting religious freedom and supporting persecuted religious minorities. In recent years, Austria has established intercultural and interreligious […]
From Tolerance to Covenantal Pluralism The Templeton Religion Trust, founded by the late Sir John Templeton, is pioneering a new era of religious understanding and cooperation. Moving beyond mere tolerance, the Trust is championing a concept known as “covenantal pluralism.” What is Covenantal Pluralism? Covenantal pluralism is a framework that encourages respectful engagement, relationship, and […]
Last week the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted an important intercultural and interfaith dialogue at the Czernin Palace in Prague. The topic was “Freedom of Religion or Belief to Build Peace, Counter Islamophobia and Radical Ideologies.” The event was attended by ambassadors, government ministers, religious leaders, academics, and civil society actors from around the world. Moderating […]
Islamabad, Pakistan: Following the inaugural meeting of the Pakistan-USA Parliamentary Friendship Group (PFG), US Ambassador Donald Blome hosted a reception at his residence for the group members. This gathering served as a platform for informal discussions aimed at strengthening parliamentary ties and promoting positive bilateral relations between the two nations. In a tweet, Member National […]
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – In a world often divided by religious differences, the Abrahamic Family House stands as a beacon of hope, demonstrating how sacred spaces can be transformed into powerful platforms for peacebuilding and interfaith dialogue. Founded in 2019, the Abrahamic Family House is a unique complex that houses a mosque, a […]
Islamabad, November 20, 2024: The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF) Pakistan hosted a pivotal conference titled “Promoting Good Governance through Trade: Leveraging GSP+” to explore how Pakistan can maximize the benefits of the Generalized Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+) to enhance governance, economic growth, and sustainable development. The event brought together key stakeholders, including […]
As Donald Trump prepares to assume office in January, the landscape of international politics is undergoing a dramatic shift. Once unwavering belligerents are now reconsidering their positions, with calls for peace emerging from unexpected quarters. Hamas, which recently pledged resistance until the end, is now signaling a desire for a ceasefire. Similarly, Iran, long a […]