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IPPFoRB in the media

December 12, 2024

The International Panel of Parliamentarians for Freedom of Religion or Belief (IPPFoRB) had a workshop in Accra, Ghana this November. The workshop aimed at equipping Members of Parliament (MPs) across Africa with the tools to better address issues related to Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB) within their countries.

News releases

IPPFoRB Marks Human Rights Day With Launch of “Freedom of Religion or Belief: The Hidden Right” Video

IPPFoRB launches video: Freedom of Religion or Belief, The Hidden Right, marking International Human Rights Day.

ASEAN Parliamentarians sign FoRB Declaration with focus on Freedom of Expression and Women’s Rights

The International Panel of Parliamentarians for Freedom of Religion or Belief (IPPFoRB) hosted its Regional Academy in Singapore from 23–25 November, gathering ASEAN Parliamentarians to strengthen their commitment to protecting freedom of religion or belief.

African Parliamentarians sign FoRB Declaration

IPPFoRB Accra Academy successfully concludes with the Accra Declaration on Freedom of Religion or Belief.

IPPFORB Director co-reads Outcome Document at Second Interfaith Dialogue Conference

African Parliamentarians for Change: IPPFoRB UPR Workshop in Accra

December 4, 2024

The International Panel of Parliamentarians for Freedom of Religion or Belief (IPPFoRB) had a workshop in Accra, Ghana this November. The workshop aimed at equipping Members of Parliament (MPs) across Africa with the tools to better address issues related to Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB) within their countries.

IPPFoRB Co-Organizes Interfaith Dialogue in Norway on Freedom of Expression, Anti-Muslim Hatred, and Antisemitism

The Kristiansand Interfaith Dialogue occurred on May 4th during the Kristiansand’s Democracy Week and facilitated meaningful discussions on enhancing democracy and human rights while addressing the balance between freedom of expression and hate speech. The event was co-organized by IPPFoRB, the Kristiansand Municipality, the University of Agder, Faith Associates and the Council for Religious and Life Stance Communities in Norway (STL).

Opinion and reports

New religious Law in Belarus: Re-registration, Restriction and Repression

October 15, 2024

New law has sparked widespread concern over the broader repression of freedoms in Belarus. The Law on Freedom of Conscience and Religious Organisations was adopted in Belarus by a Law on Amending Laws on the Issues of Activities of Religious Organisations signed by Aliaksandr Lukashenka.

Advancing Freedom of Religion or Belief: The Impact of IPPFoRB’s Network in 2022

Reflecting on 2022, this article delves into IPPFoRB's multifaceted efforts, from educational initiatives to actionable advocacy, highlighting the strides made and challenges encountered in promoting inclusive, non-discriminatory environments for all religious and belief individuals globally.

Vietnam cracks down on minorities amid pandemic

September 11, 2020

Vietnam does not need a pandemic to enact draconian laws or punish dissenters by way of long and harsh prison sentences. For years, the country has had an abysmal human rights record.

Strengthen trust and good-will in society, urges IPPFoRB leadership

August 22, 2020

On 22nd August 2020, we observe the second UN International Day Commemorating Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief.

Parliamentarians and Freedom of Religion or Belief

February 14, 2020

Parliamentary networks for human rights are not unheard of. but the idea of a parliamentary network focused on a particular human right, however, is very novel.

Women Struggle Alone to Reach Parliament

A record number of women MPs competed in Indonesia's election last month, but they continue to face a battle to make their voices heard.