Advocacy of religious freedom and sustainable development suffer from a lack of trust, with perceptions that these concepts are used as a way for Western countries to preach or impose their values on others. Experts analyze how to move past this perception to sincerely engage leaders across the world, exploring the importance of a dignity-based approach to religious freedom.
FEATURING:
Rajeev Bhargava, director, Parekh Institute of Indian Thought, Centre for the Study of Developing Societies, India
Fiona Bruce, UK Prime Minister’s special envoy for freedom of religion or belief, UK
Rocco D’Ambrosio, professor of political philosophy, the Pontifical Gregorian University, Italy
Jean-Christophe Peaucelle, advisor for religious affairs, Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, France
Mariz Tadros, professor of politics and development & director, The Coalition for Religious Equality and Inclusive Development, Institute of development studies, UK/Egypt
MODERATOR:
Scott Appleby, dean, Keough School of Global Affairs, University of Notre Dame, US