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3 years

Shocked and saddened by the attacks on the Hindu community in Bangladesh. Everyone must be able to practise their faith or belief freely without fear of violence or intimidation. My heart goes out to those tragically affected and their families.

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I am horrified to learn of the violent attacks against Christians in #Jaranwala , Punjab, today. The UK stands in solidarity with persecuted Christians in Pakistan and around the world. We must defend freedom of religion or belief for all.

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2 years

The shocking shooting of 18-year old Pooja Kumari in #Pakistan for resisting forced conversion and marriage is far from an isolated incident. More must be done to challenge and change this dreadful practice.

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Very excited to join Twitter today as 🇬🇧 Prime Minister @BorisJohnson ’s Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief. Over the last 6 months, I have been working with the @FCDOGovUK to champion freedom of religion or belief for all across the world🌍

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Everyone must be able to practise their faith or belief without fear of discrimination. The UK will always: ✅ Promote freedom of religion or belief for all ✅ Challenge human rights violations & abuses ✅ Work with international partners to protect those persecuted

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3 years

The suffering of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community around the world is completely unjust. From attacks on places of worship, to deprivation of rights, education & jobs - and even loss of life. Everyone must have the right to practise their faith or belief freely & safely.

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In Iran there is no let-up for persecuted minorities while the regime pursues its vicious crackdown on dissent. The UK condemns the sentencing of Baha’i leaders #MahvashSabet and Fariba Kamalabadi to a further decade in prison. #FoRB4All #Bahai

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The UK Government is dismayed at the oppression of members of the Catholic Church in Nicaragua. Freedom of Religion or Belief is a universal human right, and must be protected for everyone. #FoRBforAll ⁦ @ChrisTrott ⁩ ⁦ @BenLysterBinns ⁩

Nicaraguan police place Catholic bishop, priests under house arrest

The bishop, along with six priests and six lay people, have been surrounded by dozens of riot police since Aug. 3.

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Deeply concerned to hear of the arrest yesterday of 90 year old Cardinal Zen in Hong Kong - a leading advocate for human rights and senior leader of the Catholic Church in Asia. #HongKong #FoRBforAll

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Saddened at the passing of Brother Andrew, founder of Open Doors, but grateful for his life of service and his example of bravery. He was an inspiration for so many in promoting #FoRB across the world. @OpenDoorsUK

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Exciting to be in the final preparations for this week’s International Ministerial Conference on Freedom of Religion or Belief at the QEII Centre in London!. Safe travels to all travelling from dozens of countries across the world! #FoRBforAll

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Sending the UK Ahmadiyya Muslim Community my very best wishes for your 56th Jalsa Salana this weekend. I pledge to keep working with international partners for a world where everyone is free to follow their religion or belief without persecution or discrimination #JalsaUK ⁦

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2 years

Delighted to welcome delegates for our international Ministerial Conference to the UK Parliament tonight. Looking forward to our discussions over the next 2 days #FoRBforAll

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Some excellent ideas for action from today’s discussion on next steps after our International Ministerial Conference on freedom of religion or belief. Thank you so much to everyone who gave up their time to brainstorm with us. #FoRBforAll

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Warmly welcome today’s announcement of the appointment of @DavidBurrowesUK as the PM’s Deputy Special Envoy for FoRB. He brings a wealth of experience, passion and expertise. A sign of continuing UK determination to address this critical issue.

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Glad to join @amnesty and UK Parliament @HumanRightsAPPG to mark #HumanRightsDay by standing with brave individuals like human rights lawyer and activist, Chow Hang-tung, imprisoned in Hong Kong for protesting peacefully #WriteforRights

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Concerned by reports Baha’i community in Iran are facing increasing persecution, with houses demolished, land confiscated & leaders arrested. This should have no place in 2022. Art. 18 UDHR is clear: #FoRB should be protected for everyone, everywhere.

Treatment of Baha'i in Iran: FCDO minister's statement

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) Minister Lord (Tariq) Ahmad of Wimbledon expresses concern following an increase in arrests and persecution.

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Good to meet the Prime Minister, Rt Hon @RishiSunak MP, to discuss my annual report to him following my second year in office as the Prime Minister’s Special Envoy on Freedom of Religion or Belief #FoRB4All

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Members, friends and observers of the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance have today issued a statement expressing their grave concern at the hostility experienced by many members of the #Ahmadiyya Muslim Community around the world (1/2)

IRFBA Statement on the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community - United States Department of State

As members, friends, and observers of the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance, we note with grave concern the hostility toward the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in a range of countries,...

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As we celebrate the birth of our saviour with friends and families, I think of those who are apart from theirs for standing up for what they believe, especially Bishop Alvarez in #Nicaragua and Pastor Wang Yi in #China . I will keep working with #IRFBA colleagues for their release

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Appalled to hear of the recent raids on peaceful Baha’i gatherings in #Yemen by armed Houthi gunmen. I call for their right to freedom of religion or belief to be protected and for all those detained to be released immediately.

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BREAKING #Yemen : Armed #Houthi gunmen stormed a peaceful #Bahai annual general meeting in Sanaa today, after years of persecution, detaining at least 17 including 5 women. Other homes also raided. Yemeni Baha’is on Zoom captured this video. Details and our statement to follow.

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3 years

Heartfelt prayers for the family of dear friend Sir David Amess; respected by Parliamentarians, dedicated to his constituents and committed to his Christian faith.

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9 months

Delighted to receive the award for government leadership on freedom of religion or belief along with my excellent team ⁦ @DavidBurrowesUK ⁩ and ⁦ @SueJBreeze ⁩. ⁦Thanks ⁦ @IrfSecretariat ⁩ ⁦ @Robert_Rehak ⁩ #FoRB4All

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3 years

🇬🇧 UK stands in solidarity with victims of attack by the #Myanmar security forces. Faith actors have played important roles in the anti-junta movement. We echo @cardinal_bo ’s call to protect places of worship, hospitals & schools during conflict & support peace in #Myanmar (1/2)

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Today marks 1 year since ⁦ @BorisJohnson ⁩ appointed me UK 🇬🇧 Special Envoy 4 Freedom of Religion or Belief. Have worked hard 2 defend this fundamental freedom. Delighted to be chairing the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance in 2022. ⁦ @FCDOGovUK ⁩ [1/2]

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2 years

Remembering at Christmas the many Christians who have lost their freedom due to their faith, including Zhang Zhan in China, Hanna Abdimalik in Somaliland and Maira Shahbaz in Pakistan. May the work of #IRFBA in 2023 help see Prisoners of Conscience released. #FoRB4All

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2 years

Just 15 days now until our international Ministerial on Freedom of Religion or Belief opens in London. Great to see such support from across the world. I’ve recorded a video message on why it’s important #FoRBforAll

Prime Minister's Special Envoy: importance of the international Freedom of Religion or Belief...

Fiona Bruce MP outlines plans for the UK-hosted 2-day ministerial conference and explains the role of the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance.

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9 months

Honoured to speak with King Charles III regarding my role as the Prime Minister’s Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief - a subject he has taken great personal interest in over many years. Thank you to ⁦ @BishopAngaelos ⁩ for hosting.

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3 years

2022 will be a year of continued UK action on freedom of religion or belief. I wholeheartedly welcome the announcement by @trussliz of the 5-6 July dates for the 🇬🇧 hosted Ministerial Conference on Freedom of Religion or Belief #FoRB4All

UK to host international conference to promote freedom of religion or belief next summer in London

Today (23 November) Foreign Secretary Liz Truss announces that next summer the UK will host a global summit to promote freedom of religion or belief for all.

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2 years

Today, the International Day to Commemorate Victims of Violence Based on Religion or Belief, I remember those who have been killed for what they believe, and pledge to keep working to end persecution on the grounds of faith or belief #FoRBVictimsDay

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2 years

Excellent first meeting of our FoRB Ministerial Conference Advisory Committee. Very grateful for their expert input as we design a conference that will galvanise increased international action on Freedom of Religion or Belief.

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So wonderful to meet fellow Steering Committee members 🇳🇱🇧🇷🇨🇿🇺🇸of the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance #IRFBA in person! ⁦ #FoRBforAll

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2 years

Members, friends and observers of the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance have issued a joint statement expressing concern at the increasing repression of and discrimination against the Baha’i community around the world. #IRFBA

IRFBA Statement on Bahá’ís - United States Department of State

As members, friends, and observers of the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance, we note with grave concern the increased pattern of repression and discrimination against members of the...

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Today marks @UN International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief. My thoughts are with all those around the 🌍 who have been subject to prejudice, violence, imprisonment or even death, simply for following their own religion or beliefs.

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A privilege to chair a meeting of survivors of religious persecution in #Iran who movingly told their stories, and to hear from @NazilaGhanea whose work as UN Special Rapporteur on FoRB is so deeply appreciated. These stories must be heard so everyone in Iran is #FreeToBelieve

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2 years

Such a privilege to be together with so many expert FoRB advocates today as we take stock of discussions at this week’s International Ministerial Conference and consider possible next steps. #FoRBforAll

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2 years

People of faith/belief everywhere must be able to worship in safety. I am concerned by reports of attacks on Christians and on churches in #Nigeria . The UK government urges the Nigerian Government to tackle the root causes of violence and to bring the perpetrators to justice.

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2 years

The detention of Revd Hkalam Samson in #Myanmar is a further sign of the military regime’s persecution of ethnic and religious minorities, and its denial of the right to FoRB. On #HumanRightsDay2022 I call for his release, along with thousands of other political detainees.

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3 years

There are 7 million Baha’i spread across almost every country in the world and almost 7,000 in the UK. Good to hear from young Baha’is of their learning of the importance of the “practice of service to humanity” both to people in their local communities and overseas.

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Delighted to have visited #Algeria last week to discuss freedom of religion or belief and to have been given such a warm welcome by so many individuals and groups. Look forward to continuing the dialogue.

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Today marks the International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief. This day we stand in solidarity with those who are injured, and families of those who have lost loved ones, simply on account of what they believe. 1/2

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3 years

Seven years after the mass atrocities in Iraq, it is terrible that so many Yazidi women and children remain missing, and that their fate is unknown. Yazidi groups report that at least 2,763 Yazidi women and children remain missing after being kidnapped by Daesh. [1/2]

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3 years

Today marks #RedWednesday , a day to stand shoulder to shoulder with Christians around the world who are harassed, discriminated against and persecuted. As the 🇬🇧 Envoy for FoRB, I will continue to stand up for all those persecuted for having a faith or holding a belief @FCDOGovUK

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2 years

A delight once again to be at the Baha’i Annual Parliamentary Reception and to see people from many faiths and beliefs supporting concerns about discrimination against the Baha’i community across the world. ⁦ @henblyth ⁩ ⁦ @sabeti_padideh ⁩ ⁦ @UKBahaiOPA ⁩

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9 months

A joy to witness the introduction into the House of Lords yesterday of my friend Philip, ⁦ @pmounstephen ⁩, formerly Bishop of Truro, now Lord Bishop of Winchester. I know he will be a powerful voice there for those persecuted for their religion or belief.

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Delighted to speak at the opening of this year’s #IRFBA Ministerial in Prague alongside ⁦⁦ @JanLipavsky ⁩ @DavidAltonHL ⁩ and ⁦ @NazilaGhanea ⁩. Thank you ⁦ @Robert_Rehak ⁩ for hosting us #FoRB4All

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3 years

Honoured to speak on behalf of the UK government at today’s @OpenDoorsUK #WorldWatchList 2022 launch. Am determined to redouble my daily efforts to tackle this increasing persecution

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In Parliament yesterday I welcomed the launch of the Afghan Citizen Resettlement Scheme and opportunities for vulnerable members of religious minority groups to be included, alongside harnessing local Community Sponsorship #ACRS

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Just 2 months to go until Ministers, including from #IRFBA member countries, Parliamentarians, civil society & faith/belief actors gather for the 2022 International Ministerial Conference on Freedom of Religion or Belief in London. 🇬🇧 is committed to working to secure #FoRB4All

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Today is the UN International Day of Conscience. On this day I stop to remember all those in prison on account of their religion or belief. I pledge to keep working for a world where no-one is deprived of liberty because of what they choose to believe, or not to believe #FoRB

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At Easter Christians remember Jesus' sacrificial death on the cross and celebrate his glorious resurrection from the dead, giving thanks for Christ who gave His life for all mankind. I wish everyone celebrating a peaceful and blessed Easter.

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Deeply concerned by recent attacks in Nigeria’s Benue State, including against a funeral, IDP camp and worshippers at a church on Palm Sunday. I call on the Nigerian Government to take swift action to bring the perpetrators to account & protect people from further such attacks.

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Did you know that in 12 countries you could face the death penalty for criticising or changing religion? Today the #IRFBA has issued a statement in firm opposition to #blasphemy laws and other laws that penalise those who exercise their right to FoRB.

IRFBA Statement on Blasphemy and Related Offences - United States Department of State

As Members of the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance we note the recent research that examined 12 countries that retain the death penalty as a lawful possibility for blasphemy and...

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In just 6 weeks time delegates from across the world will be joining us to discuss what more we can do together to protect and promote freedom of religion or belief. So exciting to check out the venue, just a few steps from the UK Parliament! #FoRBforAll

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3 years

Today marks the first day of Jalsa Salana. Across the world 🌍, thousands of Ahmadi Muslims will come together either in person or virtually, to experience the spiritual benefits that their faith brings. I stand with everyone marking the occasion @AhmadiyyaUK #JalsaUK

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Congratulations to @NazilaGhanea on being appointed the next UN Special Rapporteur on FoRB. An excellent appointment! Grateful to @AhmedShaheed for his work. Look forward to continuing to work closely with both, including through the IRFBA Council of Experts

United Nations Human Rights Council

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At #HRC50 , the Human Rights Council appointed @NazilaGhanea as Special Rapporteur on freedom of religion or belief.

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No one should be targeted for what they believe. On this #RedWednesday , the FCDO is lit up in red in solidarity with the millions of Christians around the world who are targeted and persecuted for what they hold in their hearts. @ACNUK_CO @FCDOHumanRights

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3 years

Appalled by the murder on Sunday of Christian Pastor William Siraj in #Peshawar , #Pakistan . My thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones, and for the recovery of Rev Naeem, injured in the attack. We support the government of Pakistan’s efforts to ensure swift justice.

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On this 4th anniversary of the abduction of Leah Sharibu in #Nigeria , my heart goes out to her mother, Rebecca, and her whole family. We continue to pray and advocate for her longed-for release. #FreeLeah #FreeLeahSharibu

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Here is a brilliant video, which gives a flavour of our International Ministerial Conference this week. Thank you so much to everyone who worked so hard to organise it and to all those who came and shared their expertise and ideas #FoRBforAll

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As we mark #HolocaustMemorialDay , on this #OneDay , we remember the 6m Jews and others murdered by the Nazis. I pledge to learn, and encourage others to learn the lessons and to drive international action to tackle discrimination on the grounds of religion or belief.

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Iranian authorities’ recent arrests of Baha’i community members demonstrate the brutal treatment of religious minorities in #Iran . At the 78th Session of the UNGA, the UK co-sponsored the Resolution calling for Iran to end all persecution on the grounds of religion or belief.

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As Chair of the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance I have issued a statement standing in heartfelt solidarity with our fellow IRFBA member, #Ukraine , & denouncing Putin's cynical attempt to misuse the suffering of the Holocaust & WW2 [1/2]

IRFBA Statement on The Situation in Ukraine - United States Department of State

Statement by Chair Fiona Bruce MP (UK) on the Situation in Ukraine As members of the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance (IRFBA), we commend the courage, dignity, and determination of...

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As Jewish communities around the world mark the first day of #Chanukah today, let us all strengthen our resolve to bring light into darkness, standing together against antisemitism and all forms of hatred or discrimination based on religion or belief

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In this season of Advent, I pressed the Prime Minister in the House of Commons yesterday on resettlement for Afghans who belong to religious minorities. Important they are included under the Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme.

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Good to meet @KemiBadenoch , UK Faith & Communities Minister, today to discuss what more we can do together to promote and protect Freedom of Religion or Belief, in particular through the international ministerial conference we are hosting on 5-6 July #FoRBforAll

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Hosted an important discussion on this year’s disturbing events in #Manipur . Thank you to the #IRFBA Council of Experts members who took the time to brief FCDO colleagues this week. The situation must receive greater coverage from the world’s media. #FoRBforAll

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Good, if heart-rending, to meet again with @UKBahaiOPA to get an update on challenges facing Baha’i s across the world and discuss what the international community might do in response @sabeti_padideh #Bahai

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2022 will be a year of increased action. Will continue to work with international partners, parliamentarians & civil society to deliver concrete improvements for those persecuted for their faith or belief. This will include a key Ministerial Conference in the UK in July. [2/2]

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A privilege to chair the launch in the UK Parliament of the 2024 joint @CSW_UK @OpenDoorsUK @articleeighteen @MiddleEConcern report “Faceless Victims - Rights Violations against Christians in Iran”. A deeply moving meeting. Thanks to all who attended.

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Congratulations to Lord Alton of Liverpool @DavidAltonHL on being awarded the 2023 Notre Dame Prize for Religious Liberty. Few awards are more well-deserved. It’s a privilege to know and work with him. @NDLawRLI @HelenaKennedyKC

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Pleased to be able to host Parliamentarians today at an event to mark #RedWednesday - an important opportunity to remember Christians and all those around the world who are persecuted on account of their religion or belief @acn_uk

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Today marks the 2nd anniversary of @pmounstephen review on Freedom of Religion or Belief. The UK has or is implementing 18 of the 22 recommendations made with the aim of delivering them all by summer 2022. No one should ever be persecuted for practicing their religion or belief.

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So good to talk with people of different faiths and beliefs at a meeting in Parliament to celebrate #InterFaithWeek 2022. Thankyou to the Interfaith Network for facilitating this event @IFNetUK

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Thankful to live in a country where the Easter message can be so clearly expressed as by my colleague and Christian Nick Fletcher MP in the House of Commons last week. Remembering all who live in places where this is not possible.

Christian MP shares Gospel with Parliamentarians

Nick Fletcher shares his faith in Jesus Christ with fellow MPs in a debate about the importance of Christianity to society.Website http://www.christian.org.u...

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Time to catch up on this important and disturbing ⁦Free Tibet⁩ report on the destruction of Tibetan religious heritage, arbitrary detentions and torture. ⁦⁦ @freetibetorg ⁩ #Tibet

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Utterly dismayed to hear a priest was burnt to death in #Nigeria , another shot fleeing his burning church & 25 churchgoers abducted in Katsina State the same day. I call on the Government of Nigeria to ensure the perpetrators are swiftly brought to justice. @acn_uk @CSWadvocacy

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So encouraged to hear of the interest in FoRB from these young people at yesterday’s Statesmanship and Religious Freedom Seminar. One of my hopes from next week’s Ministerial is that it will inspire many young FoRB ambassadors @RFInstitute @CumberlandLodge #FoRBforAll

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Good to discuss on ⁦ @BBCR4Sunday ⁩ recent achievements of IRFBA as the UK takes up Chair of this 33 country Alliance for 2022 and to look forward to the UK hosting the International Ministerial Conference on FoRB on 5-6 July in London.

International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance - United States Department of State

International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance A Multinational Effort to Protect and Advance Freedom of Religion or Belief Around the World Follow the conversation using #IRFBA, #FoRBforAll...

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Delighted to take part in a panel discussion on religious or belief minorities in times of conflict and insecurity with @ahmedshaheed , @ewelinaUO @waiwainu and Pari Ibrahim from @free_yezidi . Vital their plight is not ignored #HRC49 #FoRBatRisk

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Today, the start of the Orthodox Christians’ New Year, my ❤️ goes out to the millions of Christians suffering high levels of persecution across the world; as @OpenDoorsUK 2022 World Watch List, to be launched 19th January, will doubtless once again sadly confirm.

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We must continue to protect individuals targeted because of their faith or belief The UK has worked closely with the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance on a joint statement on human rights concerns in Afghanistan ⬇️

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@UK_FoRBEnvoy

2 years

Honoured to be presented with the Conservative MP of the Year award by the @UKPatchwork Foundation last night, in recognition of my work to promote FoRB for all, particularly those persecuted, and for engaging with young people on this issue

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UK FoRB Envoy

@UK_FoRBEnvoy

3 years

A privilege to participate in a Contemporary Martyrs Day event today and to hear so many speak of the need to move from awareness raising of FoRB violations - to action - & how we all have a role to play in this.

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UK FoRB Envoy

@UK_FoRBEnvoy

2 years

Want to add my voice to those who have expressed deep sadness at the killing of Deborah Samuel in #Nigeria . Vital that those responsible for this atrocious act are brought to justice.

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UK FoRB Envoy

@UK_FoRBEnvoy

2 years

Congratulations to the ⁦ @UKFoRBForum ⁩ on its second anniversary and on its growth in numbers and impact - sharing FoRB learning, concerns and expertise across the UK and beyond. #FoRB4All

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UK FoRB Envoy

@UK_FoRBEnvoy

3 years

I met the Bishop of Truro @pmounstephen today to update him on progress on the implementation of his report’s vital recommendations on #FoRB We're committed to implementing them in full and making a real change in the lives of those persecuted for their religion, faith or belief.

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UK FoRB Envoy

@UK_FoRBEnvoy

1 year

As #IRFBA Chair I have issued a statement expressing grave concern at increasing intolerance and harassment against Christians around the world. We call for renewed efforts to protect their right to freedom of religion or belief. #FoRB4All

IRFBA Statement on Christians - United States Department of State

As members, friends, and observers of the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance, we uphold the right of all people to freedom of religion or belief and the ability of people to practise...

www.state.gov

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UK FoRB Envoy

@UK_FoRBEnvoy

4 months

Pleased that my Bill to secure in statute the role & office of the PM’s Special Envoy for FoRB has today passed all House of Commons stages with strong support from Government Ministers and across the House

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UK FoRB Envoy

@UK_FoRBEnvoy

2 years

On #HumanRightsDay2022 , remembering those so brutally persecuted in North Korea over decades. You are not forgotten. #FoRB4All #StandUp4HumanRights

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UK FoRB Envoy

@UK_FoRBEnvoy

3 years

83% of the world live in countries where freedom of religion or belief is restricted. Important to showcase yesterday in the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance @BritishCouncil ’s work around the world teaching young people about the right to FoRB. (1/2)

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UK FoRB Envoy

@UK_FoRBEnvoy

2 years

Good to meet folk from a wide range of faiths and beliefs at yesterday’s #EndThePersecution event in Scotland. Just over 6 weeks until our International Ministerial Conference in London! What can you do to raise awareness of persecution on the grounds of religion or belief?

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UK FoRB Envoy

@UK_FoRBEnvoy

1 year

Deeply concerned at the sentencing of Rev Dr Hkalam Samson, a respected advocate for freedom of religion or belief in #Myanmar . I join my voice to those of others calling for his immediate release and for the release of all those arbitrarily detained in Myanmar.

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UK FoRB Envoy

@UK_FoRBEnvoy

2 years

Glad to speak at the #IRFSummit2023 on the importance of monitoring and documenting early warning signs to help prevent mass atrocities. Underlined the UK government’s commitment to strengthening our approach, including by establishing a Mass Atrocity Prevention Hub.

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UK FoRB Envoy

@UK_FoRBEnvoy

8 months

Excellent turnout at today’s launch of the @OpenDoorsUK #WorldWatchList in the UK Parliament, including good friend @pmounstephen . Powerful testimonies challenged us all to redouble our efforts on behalf of the persecuted

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UK FoRB Envoy

@UK_FoRBEnvoy

2 years

Best wishes and a very happy #Chanukah to Jewish people all over the world. We will continue to stand with you and against #antisemitism in all its forms. #ChanukahSameach

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UK FoRB Envoy

@UK_FoRBEnvoy

2 years

Inspiring meeting this morning, learning about the work of the Joint Initiative for Strategic Religious Action in empowering faith actors to promote positive change in Ethiopia, Nigeria and Iraq. ⁦ @Tearfund ⁩ ⁦ @SFCG_EU ⁩

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UK FoRB Envoy

@UK_FoRBEnvoy

10 months

Very moved to meet Margaret & Dominic Attah and hear their brave testimony. Margaret, a nurse and mother of 4, lost both legs and an eye in a massacre at her church in #Nigeria . Vital the perpetrators are brought to account. #RedWednesday @acn_uk

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