{"id":2076626,"date":"2023-10-23T14:24:04","date_gmt":"2023-10-23T18:24:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/uscirf-marks-25th-anniversary-of-international-religious-freedom-act-of-1998\/"},"modified":"2023-10-23T14:27:59","modified_gmt":"2023-10-23T18:27:59","slug":"uscirf-marks-25th-anniversary-of-international-religious-freedom-act-of-1998","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/uscirf-marks-25th-anniversary-of-international-religious-freedom-act-of-1998\/","title":{"rendered":"USCIRF celebrates 25 years of International Religious Freedom Act of 1998."},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">22<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fuscirf-marks-25th-anniversary-of-international-religious-freedom-act-of-1998%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2076626&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><div class=\"post_content\">\n<div class=\"mb-6 overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"whitespace-break-spaces\">\n<h2>The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) Presents:<\/h2>\n<h3>Commemorating the \u206325th\u2064 Anniversary \u2063of the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998 (IRFA)<\/h3>\n<blockquote>\n<p>        \u2064  \u200d  \u200bJoin us at 3 p.m. ET on Oct. \u206323 for a special event\u2064 that celebrates the milestone of the IRFA. We&#8217;ll be reflecting \u2062on its impact and discussing future endeavors \u200cin promoting \u200dreligious \u200dfreedom worldwide.<br \/>\n   \u200b\n      <\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>Agenda:<\/h2>\n<p>      <strong>Opening Remarks<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Abraham Cooper, Chair, USCIRF<\/li>\n<li>Frederick A. Davie, Vice Chair, USCIRF<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mb-6 overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"whitespace-break-spaces\">\n      <strong>Congressional Remarks<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>All\u200b Members of Congress \u200care \u200binvited to speak.<\/li>\n<li>Confirmed:<\/li>\n<ul>\n<li>Senator Ben \u2064Cardin (D-MD), Chair, Senate Foreign \u200dRelations Committee<\/li>\n<li>Senator\u2062 Joe\u200b Manchin\u200d (D-WV)<\/li>\n<li>Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY)<\/li>\n<li>Rep. Burgess Owens (R-UT)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mb-6 overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"whitespace-break-spaces\">\n      <strong>Panel I \u2013\u2063 A Retrospective and Prospective Look on IRFA\u2019s Passage<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Frank \u200dWolf, Commissioner, USCIRF<\/li>\n<li>Former Senator Don Nickles<\/li>\n<li>Former Senator Joe\u200b Lieberman<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mb-6 overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"whitespace-break-spaces\">\n      <strong>Panel II \u2013 Raising \u2064Awareness of Religious Prisoners of Conscience Through Frank\u2064 R. Wolf FoRB Victims \u200dList and TLHRC Defending Freedoms Project<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Frank Wolf, Commissioner, USCIRF; Former Co-Chair, Tom Lantos Human\u200c Rights \u2063Commission (TLHRC)<\/li>\n<li>Panelists will be added upon confirmation<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mb-6 overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"whitespace-break-spaces\">\n      <strong>Panel \u200cIII \u2013 USCIRF\u2019s \u2063Key Accomplishments and Upcoming Activities<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>USCIRF Commissioners\u200b and Staff<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What are the key challenges faced by religious minorities and marginalized communities in the context of religious\u200b freedom? How can these challenges be\u200d addressed and alleviated?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Pecial event commemorating the 25th anniversary of the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998 (IRFA). The \u2062U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) \u200dis proud to present this significant occasion, highlighting the progress made\u200c in promoting \u2063and protecting religious\u2064 freedom worldwide.<\/p>\n<p>The IRFA, \u2062signed into law by \u200dPresident Bill Clinton on October 27, 1998, marked a pivotal moment in the recognition of religious freedom as a\u200d fundamental human right. The act mandated the establishment of the USCIRF as an independent, \u200b<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/uscirf-marks-25th-anniversary-of-international-religious-freedom-act-of-1998\/\" title=\"USCIRF celebrates 25 years of International Religious Freedom Act of 1998.\">bipartisan federal government commission dedicated<\/a> to monitoring and addressing religious freedom violations\u2062 and providing policy \u200brecommendations to the United States government.<\/p>\n<p>This year, as we\u200b commemorate the 25th anniversary of the IRFA, it is an opportunity\u200b to reflect on the achievements and challenges \u2064faced in advancing religious freedom globally.\u2063 The event will bring together experts, policymakers, and religious freedom advocates to engage in meaningful\u200b discussions on the importance of religious freedom and strategies to strengthen its protection.<\/p>\n<p>The commemorative event will feature prominent speakers, \u200d<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/top-federal-reserve-officials-with-known-links-to-china-still-have-their-jobs-senate-republican-report-says\/\" title=\"Top Federal Reserve Officials With Known Links To China Still Have Their Jobs, Senate Republican Report Says\">including government officials<\/a>,\u200c religious leaders, \u200band\u200c <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/report-biden-took-donations-from-lobbyist-for-nso-group\/\" title=\"Report: Biden took donations from lobbyist for NSO Group\">human rights activists<\/a>. Their insights and experiences will shed\u200d light on the progress \u2062made and also highlight the areas where further efforts are needed.<\/p>\n<p>One of \u200cthe key focuses of \u2064this special event will be the role of religious freedom in countering extremism and promoting peace. \u200bThe USCIRF firmly believes that religious\u2064 freedom is not only a human right but \u2064also an essential tool \u200cin\u200c preventing and resolving conflicts. The event will explore the ways in\u200d which religious freedom can \u200bfoster understanding,\u2062 dialogue, and reconciliation, ultimately contributing to\u200c peace and stability.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, discussions \u2064during the event will address the challenges faced by\u200b religious minorities and marginalized\u2063 communities. It is crucial to acknowledge the discrimination, persecution, and violence that individuals of different faiths often confront. By highlighting these challenges, the USCIRF aims \u200bto raise awareness and encourage international collaboration to address and alleviate the\u2062 suffering of those affected.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to examining the progress made over the past 25 years, the event will also look\u2064 ahead to the future of religious \u2063freedom advocacy. It will explore emerging trends and threats, such as \u2064the rise of digital repression and surveillance, and \u200ddiscuss ways to adapt and respond effectively.<\/p>\n<p>The USCIRF invites individuals from around the\u2063 world to join them for this important event.\u2063 By participating, attendees can contribute to the conversation, deepen their\u200b understanding of religious freedom issues, and network with experts and advocates in the field.<\/p>\n<p>As the world faces unprecedented challenges, the \u2062USCIRF remains steadfast in its\u200d commitment to promoting and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/house-republicans-push-bill-aimed-at-balancing-lgbt-rights-and-religious-freedom\/\" title=\"House Republicans Push Bill Aimed at Balancing LGBT Rights and Religious Freedom\">protecting religious freedom<\/a> for all. This\u2063 commemorative event signifies the dedication and hard work of numerous individuals and organizations fighting for the rights of religious\u2062 minorities and oppressed communities.<\/p>\n<p>The 25th anniversary of the IRFA is an occasion to celebrate the\u2062 milestones achieved, but also a reminder of the \u2063work that lies ahead. By coming together, sharing knowledge, and renewing our commitment, we\u200c can continue to make progress towards a world where every individual\u2062 can freely practice their chosen faith without fear or discrimination.<\/p>\n<p>Join the USCIRF on October 23 at 3 p.m. ET to commemorate \u2063this important milestone and contribute to the\u2064 global conversation on religious freedom. Together, we can make a difference and ensure that religious freedom remains a cornerstone of our societies.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The USCIRF marks the 25th Anniversary of IRFA on Oct. 23 at 3 p.m. ET. The event includes opening remarks by Abraham Cooper and Frederick A. Davie, USCIRF Chair and Vice Chair. 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