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Whether you are new to the issues or more experienced, here you’ll find courses, tools, films and more to help you learn about FORB and how it relates to other issues.

 

FORB essentials

The resources in our ‘FORB essentials’ collection start at the beginning but don’t stop there! They provide a solid introduction for people who are new to the topic and move beyond the introductory level , exploring the relationships between FORB and other areas of concern – for example FORB, women’s rights and religious family law.

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Online course: FORB for all

FORB for all is an online, non-facilitated course on freedom of religion or belief that you can take at your own pace, at any time.

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Online course: FORB and gender equality

A non-moderated self-studying course, explaining on how gender equality intersects with FORB.

Compendium of international standards on FORB

A document containing relevant extracts from United Nations and regional human rights agreements.

Brochure: What freedom of religion or belief involves and when it may be limited

A quick guide to freedom of religion or belief, ideal for personal reading or as a hand out.

Brochure: FORB for everyone

A longer brochure introducing the right to freedom of religion or belief, available in multiple languages. Widely used in FORB trainings.

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Films: Introductory learning package

Eight short films exploring what the human right to freedom of religion or belief involves, when it can be limited and freedom of religion or belief around the world.

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Case studies

Learn about freedom of religion or belief around the world by exploring our collection of short case studies highlighting the situation facing many groups, in many countries, in ways.

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Looking deeper

Here you can find resources and guidance to help you look more closely at FORB in your context and beyond.

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FORB in your country

Guidance and links to help you find information on the state of freedom of religion or belief in your country.

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FORB in more depth

From gender to development to child rights – find reports, tools, courses and more on these and many other topics related to FORB, from a variety of international sources.

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