NEWS
Religious Freedom
RELIGIOUS FREEDOM
“There are more and more attempts in Europe by state institutions to interfere and intrude into the teachings and practices of religious groups, which is forbidden by the European Convention.”
RELIGIOUS FREEDOM
The survey results add to the mountain of evidence that religion is the beating heart of a people and, as such, must be protected.
RELIGIOUS FREEDOM
Anna Błuś, a researcher for Amnesty International, accused the French of targeting “certain people. And it’s very clear that it’s very often Muslim people.”
RELIGIOUS FREEDOM
Religious freedom “is the philosophical linchpin of what lies at the heart of American ideals.”
RELIGIOUS FREEDOM
“USCIRF welcomes Mohamed Elsanousi to the Commission and looks forward to the valuable perspective that his years of experience will bring.”
RELIGIOUS FREEDOM
“Americans have a right to peaceful protest. But blocking access to a house of worship—and engaging in violence—is never acceptable.”
RELIGIOUS FREEDOM
“We know the powerful change that’s possible when governments and civil society come together to stand up for human rights.”
RELIGIOUS FREEDOM
“In a misguided effort to promote the French value of laïcité, the government is encroaching on religious freedom.”
RELIGIOUS FREEDOM
“I will dedicate the next year to leading this team with Vice Chair Ueland to further promote freedom of religion or belief abroad.”
