NCHR works with Religion and Human Rights, through the Oslo Coalition on Freedom of Religion or Belief, as a common good for everyone in every society.
What we do:
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- We promote Freedom of Religion or Belief (FORB) as a common good for everyone, in every society.
- We facilitate discursive space for scholars, religious leaders, civil servants, experts and activists in the exploration of contemporary FORB-related topics.
- We conduct scientific research and develop resource materials, contributing to advance FORB as a Human Right.
- We teach and build competence on religion and human rights, with a focus on FORB in cooperation with partners.
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About the Oslo Coalition
The Oslo Coalition on Freedom of Religion or Belief (FORB) was established in 1998, and works with an international network of representatives from academia, religious and life-stance communities, international organizations, and civil society. The work and the activities of the Oslo Coalition is based on The Oslo Declaration on Freedom of Religion or Belief and The Oslo Principles on Promotion of Freedom of Religion or Belief, 2016. The Oslo Coalition is part of the International Department at the Norwegian Center for Human Rights, University of Oslo.
Resource Library
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The Oslo Coalition’s work includes knowledge building and development of resources in the field of religion and human rights.
The resources are available for free in our library. Please feel welcome to use them!
News
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Promoting Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB) in Georgia June 3, 2024 1:27 PM
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Scrutinizing the limitations of freedom of religion or belief Mar. 8, 2023 12:55 PM
Partners
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