In his thought-provoking blog post, The Beginning of Religious Violence—and of Restorative Justice and Forgiveness, Chris Seiple, Ph.D. a renowned strategist and leader in fostering global cohesion, explores the roots of religious conflict and the transformative power of forgiveness. Using the biblical story of Cain and Abel, Seiple reflects on humanity’s inclination toward violence and […]
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Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, wished the people of UAE a blessed year as the country celebrates Eid Al Etihad. Abu Dhabi, UAE – The United Arab Emirates celebrates its 53rd Union Day today, December 2, with pride, reflecting on over five decades […]
Forming young adults to embrace religious freedom is foundational to the future of religious freedom, according to the head of the IRF’s university partnership program. Kate Quiñones/CNANationNovember 26, 2024 The annual International Religious Freedom (IRF) Summit in Washington, DC, brings together more than 90 religious freedom organizations from more than 30 faith traditions to address […]
KARACHI/ISLAMABAD/LAHORE, November 15: On the occasion of the International Day for Tolerance, Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has emphasized the significance of fostering mutual respect, understanding, and compassion among diverse communities to build a harmonious society. He highlighted tolerance as a cornerstone of peaceful coexistence and a prerequisite for the development of […]
Washington, D.C. — The Religious Freedom Institute (RFI) honored Dr. Thomas Farr with its prestigious “Defender of Religious Freedom Award” on Monday, recognizing his lifelong commitment to promoting religious liberty. A devout Catholic and former Army officer, Farr has had a distinguished career that spans public service, academia, and advocacy, all united by his belief […]
As members, friends, and observers of the IRFBA – Article 18 Alliance, we honor and recognize the positive contribution of members of the Muslim faith to the culture, values, security, and prosperity of states. We strongly condemn any persecution or discrimination based on religion or belief, including the freedom not to hold a religion, all […]
Elon Musk, known as a visionary tech entrepreneur and an outspoken advocate of free expression, has often shared his belief in freedom of speech and his appreciation for various religious teachings, particularly those from Christianity. His alignment with core Christian values like compassion, forgiveness, and humility has influenced both his personal and public stances, making […]
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The UAE: Where Tolerance Thrives
Tolerance and Coexistence In the UAE, tolerance is a way of life and a key pillar of the government’s policies to protect religious freedoms, promote interfaith dialogue and build an inclusive culture that values difference. With over 200 nationalities living together, the UAE is one of the most diverse countries in the world, where practitioners […]
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Join the Global Prayer Movement: IDOP 2024
Today, Christians around the world will join hands to support the global church in honor of International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted (IDOP). Courageous believers around the world risk everything to follow Jesus, and it is both our privilege and responsibility to lift them up in prayer. Every year, International Christian Concern creates a downloadable resource kit to […]
Earlier this week, Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon secured a debate in the House of Lord’s on “The UK’s role in safeguarding the freedom of religion and belief of minority faith communities across South Asia.” Lord Ahmad was a long-serving Foreign Office minister in the previous government and was the Prime Minister’s Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or […]