A German court announced it will hear the appeal against a prohibition on silent prayer gatherings in the proximity of an abortion organization.
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ADF International welcomes OSCE report promoting freedom of speech
OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media, Teresa Ribeiro, publishes a special report on legal harassment and abuse of the judicial system against the media
Continue reading“Overjoyed!”: Colombian Social Media star wins censorship case
The video in which Colombian YouTuber Kika Nieto shared her beliefs about marriage, should not have been censored – so ruled the Colombian Supreme Court.
Continue readingOutcry after Nigeria removed from U.S. “Country of Particular Concern” list
U.S. State Department removes Country of Particular Concern designation for Nigeria despite worsening religious freedom situation
Continue readingShagufta and Shafqat: Pakistan
The Pakistani Christian couple Shagufta and Shafqat languished on death row for seven years on false blasphemy charges. Their death sentence was overturned in June 2021. They are now safe in Europe.
Continue readingBishops of Pakistan on Int’l Day of the Girl Child: Govt must end forced marriage and conversion of minor girls
On the International Day of the Girl Child, Catholic Bishops have taken action to challenge religious freedom violations against teenage girls.
Continue readingUN: International engagement with Afghanistan must depend on respect for religious minorities
Almost two months after the rapid takeover of the Taliban in Afghanistan, the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva has adopted a resolution to condemn, “in the strongest possible terms”, the ongoing violations and abuses of human rights perpetrated in Afghanistan, including against persons belonging to religious minorities.
Continue readingLet Us Worship: Geneva
Swiss doctor wins legal challenge to unlawful ban on public worship.
Continue readingEscapee from forced marriage speaks out ahead of Intl Day of the Girl Child
This International Day of the Girl Child (11 October), many girls in South Asia fear for their safety. 14-year-old Maira is one of the estimated 1000 girls that are “converted” against their will through a forced marriage in Pakistan every year.
Continue readingMore must be done to protect free speech
The police, crime, sentencing and courts bill is an opportunity to address critical issues within the law.
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