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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.

 
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 Hosts High-Level Workshop at IRF Summit 2025
IPPFoRB Hosts High-Level Workshop at IRF Summit 2025

The International Panel of Parliamentarians for Freedom of Religion or Belief (IPPFoRB) hosted a workshop and co-organized the first dedicated track for parliamentarians at the International Religious Freedom (IRF) Summit, bringing together legislative leaders for tailored sessions and discussions on advancing religious freedom.

African Parliamentarians for Change: IPPFoRB UPR Workshop in Accra
African Parliamentarians for Change: IPPFoRB UPR Workshop in Accra

The International Panel of Parliamentarians for Freedom of Religion or Belief (IPPFoRB) had a workshop in Accra, Ghana this November. The workshop aimed at equipping Members of Parliament (MPs) across Africa with the tools to better address issues related to Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB) within their countries.

Belarus's new religious Law: Re-registration, Restriction and Repression
Belarus's new religious Law: Re-registration, Restriction and Repression

New law has sparked widespread concern over the broader repression of freedoms in Belarus. The Law on Freedom of Conscience and Religious Organisations was adopted in Belarus by a Law on Amending Laws on the Issues of Activities of Religious Organisations signed by Aliaksandr Lukashenka.

 
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