The proposed law immediately targets the Unification Church, based on controversial data about “victims” and “damages,” but establishes an unfair general principle with ominous implications for the future.
Testimonies Global
Reiki: In Search of the Grave of Mikao Usui
The global phenomenon of Reiki originated in Japan, where today few know it. But there would be no Reiki without Usui.
The UN Should Recognize the 1971 Tragedy of Bangladesh for What It Was: Genocide
Experts called for action at a side event hosted by Global Human Rights Defence (GHRD) during the 54th session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva.
Japan: Anti-Cult Journalist Eight Suzuki Sued for False Statements
Both the Universal Peace Federation and deprogramming victim Toru Goto seek damages from a reporter famous for his anti-Unification-Church campaigns.
The Destruction of Buddhism in Pakistan: A Tragic Reality
Vandalism by State-sponsored Islamic radicals, a dwindling Buddhist population, and a deceptive government policy make Buddhism at risk of disappearing from the country.
Germany, State-Funded Lutheran Church’s “Sect Filters” for School Teachers
You should state you have not attended events of, or sympathize with, Scientology, Jehovah’s Witnesses, “Moonies,” “Hare Krishna,” or Universal Life (other religions are not mentioned).
No Good Deed Goes Unpunished: The Unbelievable Persecution of the Women’s Federation for World Peace in Japan
They won awards and United Nations accreditation for their work. They are accused of “connections” with the Unification Church. Their life is now becoming a hell.
Joining and Leaving New Religious Movements: A New Book by Raffaella Di Marzio
The Italian scholar tells “Bitter Winter” that research conducted among members of six groups debunks the myth that affiliation always derives from mental manipulation.
Brazil’s Soccer Star Paulinho Witnesses for His Religion—Candomblé, not Christianity
Many Brazilian players are famous for their public testimonies of Evangelical Christianity. Paulinho proclaims a different faith—and gets in trouble.
Genocide in Afghanistan: Toward a Hazara Tribunal?
On the examples of the China Tribunal and the Uyghur Tribunal, an independent international court may bring the Hazara case to the attention of the world.









