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Misinformation and Disinformation: Implications for Freedom of Religion of Belief
This report describes the use of misinformation and disinformation by governments to restrict freedom of religion or belief (FoRB). It notes that misinformation and disinformation by governments can amplify intolerance by individuals who then harass,…
USCIRF Releases Report on Government Misinformation and Disinformation and Religious Freedom
Aug 8, 2024 USCIRF Releases Report on Government Misinformation and Disinformation and Religious Freedom Washington, DC –The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) today released the following report: Misinformation and…
USCIRF Releases Report Analyzing State Department CPC Designations
Sep 6, 2024 USCIRF Releases Report Analyzing State Department CPC Designations Washington, DC – The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) today released the following new report: Revisiting the CPC Designation: Improving…
USCIRF Calls for International Accountability on Two-Year Anniversary of Mahsa Zhina Amini’s Killing
Sep 16, 2024 USCIRF Calls for International Accountability on Two-Year Anniversary of Mahsa Zhina Amini’s Killing Washington, DC – The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) today marks the two-year anniversary of Iranian…
USCIRF Observes International Religious Freedom Day
Oct 28, 2024 USCIRF Observes International Religious Freedom Day Calls for Greater Advocacy for Release of Religious Prisoners of Conscience Washington, DC – This past weekend marked the 26th anniversary of the signing of the International Religious…
USCIRF Abhors Recent Spate of Egregious Religious Freedom Violations in Iran
Nov 8, 2024 USCIRF Abhors Recent Spate of Egregious Religious Freedom Violations in Iran Washington, DC – The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) condemns the persistent egregious violations of religious freedom in Iran.…
The US-UK Special Relationship: FoRB in Focus
Nov 15, 2024 On today’s episode of the USCIRF Spotlight Podcast, USCIRF Chair Stephen Schneck joins Senior Strategic Advisor Elizabeth Cassidy to reflect on his trip to the United Kingdom. Marked by a special relationship, the United States, and the…
USCIRF Mourns the Passing of Former Commissioner Felice Gaer – A Relentless Advocate for the Dignity of Every Person
Nov 18, 2024 USCIRF Mourns the Passing of Former Commissioner Felice Gaer – A Relentless Advocate for the Dignity of Every Person Washington, DC – The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) was saddened to learn of the recent…
Religious Freedom Challenges for Jehovah’s Witnesses
Four years after USCIRF’s 2020 publication on the global persecution of Jehovah’s Witnesses, countries continue to prosecute and impose harsh penalties on the community for their religious beliefs and peaceful religious activities. Hundreds of Jehovah’s…
USCIRF Releases Report on Persecution of Jehovah’s Witnesses
Nov 22, 2024 USCIRF Releases Report on Persecution of Jehovah’s Witnesses  Washington, DC – The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) today released the following report:  Religious Freedom Challenges for Jehovah’s…