The old state law was originally introduced to prevent Catholic priests and nuns from teaching in public schools but now mostly affected Muslims.
Religious Liberty
Spanish Anti-Jehovah’s-Witnesses Group Loses Court Case—But Claims It Won
The secretary of the Spanish Association of the Victims of the Jehovah’s Witnesses was found guilty of violating the religious organization’s right to honor and ordered to pay Euro 5,000 in damages.
The Proposed Freezing of Assets of Religious Corporations the Government Seeks to Dissolve: A Danger for All Faiths in Japan
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.
California for Tai Ji Men: Conscience, Justice and Freedom of Belief
California’s legal framework is a good example of the protection of freedom of religion or belief consistent with international law. Its principles should also be applied in Taiwan.
Examples of Conscience, Justice, and Religious Liberty Issues in California
California, like Taiwan, recognizes freedom of religion or belief. Sometimes, it is not granted without a fight.
Freedom and Liberty, Two Different Concepts: Tai Ji Men Should Enjoy Both
We speak to the entire world in English, and the world understands. The richness of English helps us to properly address Tai Ji Men’s right to freedom of religion or belief.
Colorado Court: Christian Pre-School Hiring Christian Teachers Only Is Entitled to State Aid
The U.S. District Court also stated that maintaining sex-separated bathrooms for religious reasons in the pre-school is protected by freedom of religion.
Kenya: Shakahola Deaths by Fasting Should Not Be Used to Crack Down on All Religions
A Senate Committee’s report creates serious risks for religious liberty after the tragedy of Good News International Church.
日本統一教会の解散要求：悲劇的な信教の自由の侵害
宗教の自由を擁護する世界の有力者を代表する12のNGOが日本政府の行動に抗議する。
The Request for Dissolution of the Unification Church in Japan: A Tragic Violation of Freedom of Religion or Belief
Twelve NGOs, representing a who’s who of religious liberty advocacy throughout the world, protest the Japanese government’s actions.