The European Court of Human Rights has found inadmissible an application by Fondation Jérôme Lejeune claiming that the French Broadcasting Council’s designation of a Down syndrome video as not “a message of general interest” constituted unjust censorship. The Court’s failure to condemn the French authority’s treatment of Down syndrome voices stands in stark contrast to recent national decisions in Europe upholding freedom of expression.
Continue reading40 Days for Life group rejoices as court rules in favor of right to pray in the vicinity of abortion counseling facility
“Every human life is valuable and deserves protection. I am heartened that we will be able to resume our prayer vigils in support of women and their unborn children in the place where we think it makes the most sense. It is a great relief that the court has recognized our fundamental freedoms,” said Pavica Vojnović.
Continue readingCourt to hear challenge to German prayer ban near abortion counseling facilities
Can authorities prohibit a silent prayer gathering on a public street in Pforzheim, Germany? This question will be addressed for the second time by the court on Thursday, 25 August.
Continue reading“Blasphemous” Pakistani couple tell of their extraordinary escape from death row
Couple speak out on new documentary by ADF International, directed by Emma Webb, ahead of UN Int’l Day for victims of violence based on religion or belief.
Continue readingGermany denies refuge to Christian convert – after family member tortured, killed for his faith
An Iranian Christian convert in Germany faces likely death for his faith as deportation looms.
Continue readingCensorship of pro-life adverts was “discriminatory” – rules Slovenian equality body
High-level, non-partisan event this week showcases unprecedented support across the political spectrum on the urgent issue of Christian persecution.
Continue readingSTATEMENT: EU Parliamentarians pressure European countries to introduce abortion with no limits, through all nine months of pregnancy
High-level, non-partisan event this week showcases unprecedented support across the political spectrum on the urgent issue of Christian persecution.
Continue readingSTATEMENT: EU Parliamentarians pressure European countries to introduce abortion with no limits, through all nine months of pregnancy
High-level, non-partisan event this week showcases unprecedented support across the political spectrum on the urgent issue of Christian persecution.
Continue readingAmidst brutal ongoing attacks, Nigerian Christian and Muslim faith leaders sign joint declaration condemning violence
Nigerian religious leaders came together at the International Religious Freedom (IRF) Summit in Washington, D.C., to sign an important declaration on principles of inter-religious and civil society cooperation and religious freedom.
Continue readingADF International to Highlight Defense of Persecuted Christians at International Religious Freedom Summit
High-level, non-partisan event this week showcases unprecedented support across the political spectrum on the urgent issue of Christian persecution.
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