Freedom of religion | OHCHR
Jun 10, 2020 · Freedom of religion is the right to choose what religion to follow and to worship without undue interference. This fundamental right is guaranteed by article 18 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, article 18 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and the Declaration on the Elimination of All Forms of Intolerance and of Discrimination Based …
Freedom of religion or belief is fundamental to achieving lasting …
NEW YORK (24 October 2024) – In a context of worsening violence and war, protecting freedom of thought, conscience, religion or belief is more urgent than ever, a UN expert said today.“Millions around the world are feeling the urgency of peace more deeply, and more painfully. As ever higher numbers of people suffer in contexts of violence, conflict, and insecurity, it is urgent to …
Special Rapporteur on freedom of religion or belief | OHCHR
The Special Rapporteur on freedom of religion or belief is an independent expert appointed by the UN Human Rights Council. The mandate holder has been invited to identify existing and emerging obstacles to the enjoyment of the right to freedom of religion or belief and present recommendations on ways and means to overcome such obstacles.
Dec 18, 1979 · The elements of freedom of religion or belief covered by the framework 35. The framework is divided into five different categories. The first category deals with elements of the right to freedom of religion or belief and the right to manifest one's religion or belief. The second category covers
Freedom of religion or belief and gender equality | OHCHR
Feb 16, 2018 · The Special Rapporteur on freedom of religion or belief participated in a webinar on “Confronting COVID-19 from the Prism of Faith, Gender and Human Rights” that examined on the impact of COVID-19 on gender equality and rights of women and girls in the context of faith and religion as well as their leadership role in response to the current ...
Freedom of religion or belief not incompatible with equality for …
Jun 21, 2023 · “Paying attention to the voices and practices of inclusive communities can help to shift narratives claiming that the exercise of freedom of religion or belief is incompatible with the equal enjoyment of human rights by LGBT persons,” said Victor Madrigal-Borloz, the Independent Expert on protection against violence and discrimination based ...
Universal Declaration of Human Rights at 70: 30 Articles on 30 …
Nov 27, 2018 · “The obligation of the state is to guarantee freedom of religion, and that implies dealing with all of them on an equal footing.” –Former Cuban foreign minister Ricardo Alarcón. Article 18 protects theistic, non-theistic and atheistic believers as well as those who do not profess any religion or belief.
International standards | OHCHR
Freedom of religion or belief is guaranteed by article 18 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, article 18 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and the Declaration on the Elimination of All Forms of Intolerance and of Discrimination Based on Religion or Belief.
Module 1: Freedom of conscience | OHCHR - UN Human Rights …
Article 18 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights is core for all 18 commitments and provides the most logical supporting document for commitment I in particular: “(1) Everyone shall have the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion. This right shall include freedom to have or to adopt a religion or belief of ...
Religion and freedom of religion or belief literacy | OHCHR
Sep 23, 2016 · Religion has long been a factor in persecutions, manifestations of violence, terrorism or extremism and hatred. The renewed attention attributed to religion as a factor of international politics and socio-economy may naturally focus on those religions that can make a difference, i.e. politically influential, economically strong and culturally hegemonic religions. …