RELIGIOUS FREEDOM

Tennessee Woman Wins Complaint Over Forced Removal of Hijab by Authorities

Thanks to Johnston’s settlement, no one else will endure what she did.

Houses of Worship Are “Sacrosanct”—USCIRF Condemns Targeting of Holy Sites

“The sheer scale of destruction against houses of worship and religious sites in conflicts around the world is a shocking affront to the universal right to freedom of religion or belief."

Religious Freedom at Stake in Jehovah’s Witnesses Suit Against Norway

Jehovah’s Witnesses, the first ever of 700 recognized religious communities in Norway to lose their national registration, are suing the state.

RFI Awards Highest Honor to Former USCIRF Chair Robert George

"We are fighting for the dignity and the flourishing of our brothers and sisters of every faith.”

Scholars Worldwide Stand Up for Freedom of Religion in Japan

“We urge Japanese authorities and courts not to proceed with a measure that would forever taint the image of Japan as a country committed to democratic principles.”

West Virginia School District Mandates Religious Freedom Training After Lawsuit

The resulting settlement requires no prohibition on religious free speech, but implements a policy ensuring the beliefs of all students are respected.

Pennsylvania Becomes Final US State to Repeal Ban on Religious Garb in Public Schools

America’s teachers can now express their religious identity in every school in the United States.

“What America Is All About”: USCIRF Celebrates 25 Years of the International Religious Freedom Act

“America cannot stop all these horrors, but it can shine a light on them and that’s what makes this commission so valuable.”

A New International Task Force Will Fight Global Antisemitism

Jewish organizations representing the seven countries with the largest Jewish populations outside of Israel have joined forces against antisemitism.

USCIRF Welcomes New Commissioner Susie Gelman

“Her work in human rights offers a unique perspective to advocate on behalf of those persecuted for their religion or belief.”

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