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The International Panel of Parliamentarians for Freedom of Religion or Belief
 

The International Panel of Parliamentarians for Freedom of Religion or Belief (IPPFoRB) is a network of parliamentarians and legislators from around the world committed to combatting religious persecution and advancing freedom of religion or belief.

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Everyone has the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion; this right includes freedom to change his religion or belief, and freedom, either alone or in community with others and in public or private, to manifest his religion or belief in teaching, practice, worship and observance.

ARTICLE 18, THE UNIVERSAL DECLARATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS

 
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IPPFoRB is made of parliamentarians from 90 (+ European Parliament) different countries across North and South America, Africa, Asia, Europe and Oceania.

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Almost 300 MPs from around the world have attended global conferences organised by IPPFoRB to highlight and discuss issues around freedom of religion or belief.

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Over 60 MPs have been trained by IPPFoRB on issues of freedom of religion or belief.

 
 
 

“Within a very short time, the International Panel of Parliamentarians for Freedom of Religion or Belief has established itself as the central actor for this essential fundamental right. The fact that there is now such a strong network gives strength, courage and confidence.”

Dr. Angela Merkel, Federal Chancellor of Germany

 
 

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IPPFoRB Brings Global Delegation of Parliamentarians to the 2026 IRF Summit
IPPFoRB Brings Global Delegation of Parliamentarians to the 2026 IRF Summit
IPPFoRB Marks Human Rights Day With Launch of “Freedom of Religion or Belief: The Hidden Right” Video
IPPFoRB Marks Human Rights Day With Launch of “Freedom of Religion or Belief: The Hidden Right” Video

To mark Human Rights Day, IPPFoRB has launched “Freedom of Religion or Belief: The Hidden Right,” a new awareness video highlighting global FoRB violations and the vital role parliamentarians play in protecting this fundamental freedom. The video aims to strengthen understanding of FoRB as a cornerstone of human dignity and peaceful societies.

Southeast Asian Parliamentarians sign FoRB Declaration at IPPFoRB Regional Academy
Southeast Asian Parliamentarians sign FoRB Declaration at IPPFoRB Regional Academy

The International Panel of Parliamentarians for Freedom of Religion or Belief (IPPFoRB) convened a Regional Academy in Singapore from 23–25 November, gathering a new cohort of ASEAN Parliamentarians. The Academy culminated in the adoption of an ASEAN Parliamentarians’ FoRB Declaration, reaffirming a shared commitment to protect and advance freedom of religion or belief in Southeast Asia.

 
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