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The Status and Significance of CPC, SWL, and EPC Designations: A Conversation with Former USCIRF Chair Stephen Schneck
Jul 31, 2025  One of the most important elements of the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998 is the requirement for the U.S. Secretary of State to designate the world’s worst violators of religious freedom as Countries of Particular Concern and…
Laws Regulating Religion in Central Asia
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Kazakhstan Country Update
In June 2025, a USCIRF delegation traveled to Kazakhstan to meet with civil society and government officials to discuss religious freedom conditions. USCIRF found that religious freedom conditions in Kazakhstan remain poor. The government maintains a…
Religious Freedom in Kazakhstan Remains Poor Despite Government Claims
Sep 16, 2025 Religious Freedom in Kazakhstan Remains Poor Despite Government ClaimsWashington, DC – The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) released the following report on Kazakhstan:Kazakhstan Country Update - In June 2025, a…
Congress Takes Encouraging, Bipartisan Steps on International Religious Freedom
Sep 25, 2025 Congress Takes Encouraging, Bipartisan Steps on International Religious Freedom Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) welcomes the introduction of H.Res 738. This resolution demonstrates…
Central Asia Hearing Summary
On September 9, 2025, the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) held a hearing: Laws Regulating Religion in Central Asia. USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler and Vice Chair Asif Mahmood led the hearing. Members of civil society…
USCIRF Welcomes Senator Schumer’s Appointment of Rachel Laser
Dec 11, 2025   USCIRF Welcomes Senator Schumer’s Appointment of Rachel LaserWashington, DC – Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-NY) has announced the appointment of Rachel Laser to the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (…
Evolving Legal Threats to Religious Protections in East Africa
This factsheet examines current and proposed regulatory frameworks in five East African countries—Burundi, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda—that collectively demonstrate a mix of growing restrictions alongside constitutional protections. All five are…
Findings from USCIRF’s Delegation to Central Asia
Dec 30, 2025  In June 2025, USCIRF commissioners traveled to Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan to assess religious freedom conditions. During the delegation, USCIRF confirmed that both governments continue to arbitrarily apply a broad and vague legislative…
Youth Voices Advancing Religious Freedom in East Africa
Dec 31, 2025  Youth play a crucial role in promoting religious freedom in Africa by advocating for greater religious literacy, inclusivity, and understanding. In East Africa, young people face challenges to religious freedom. The Youth Tolerance…