Religious freedom Archives

A Crisis of Religious Freedom in Latin America

At a high level event on “Freedom of Religion in Türkiye” held in the European Parliament today, victims of faith-based discrimination highlighted atrocities committed by the Turkish government and parts of society against Christian minorities in the country.

“The demise of democracy”: Victims of Turkish religious oppression speak out

At a high level event on “Freedom of Religion in Türkiye” held in the European Parliament today, victims of faith-based discrimination highlighted atrocities committed by the Turkish government and parts of society against Christian minorities in the country.

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AVISO: Freedom of Religion in Türkiye – A focus on Christian minorities

Experts and witnesses to highlight grave violations committed against Christian minorities at event hosted by MEP Bert-Jan Ruissen and ADF International

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“Too many people are dying”: Human rights lawyers implore world leaders to show concern for Nigerian victims

More Christians were killed in Nigeria in 2021 than in the rest of the world combined.

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Free speech is being shut down in schools across the world

“The censorship of academic speech is dangerous for us all. Silencing students and professors stunts free thinking. When free speech is shut down in schools, a domino effect ensues,” writes Elyssa Koren.

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“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.

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Germany 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.

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Christianity Today: Global Advocacy Impact

Can a silent, peaceful prayer be a criminal act? Not according to the case of 76-year-old grandmother Rosa Lalor, from Liverpool, who successfully challenged the penalty with support from ADF International.

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Amidst 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.

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