A conservative French Catholic is now being charged with ‘abuse of weakness’ (otherwise known as brainwashing). At the trial, based on reports by the MIVILUDES (French government department that fights against sectarian deviances) and anti-cult “experts,” and disgruntled ex-members, Father Bernard, the head of the congregation was accused of using psychological techniques to subjugate and…
AFN is a signatory to a “letter to the incoming government” laying out a range of expectations that faith communities and related groups expect from this new government. The Letter is not exhaustive and certainly may not represent all groups but those signing, but it is the result of a new group, of which AFN…
Another presentation made at the monthly meeting of the UK Freedom of Religion or Belief Forum (25th June) was presented by Anja Hoffmann, MA, Executive Director of OIDAC Europe. The report, “Monitoring Intolerance and Discrimination against Christians: Growing Challenges to Religious Freedom in Europe” covers European i
One of two presentations made at the monthly meeting of the UK Freedom of Religion or Belief Forum on the 25th June covered the French law on “The Fight Against Sectarian Deviances”, and gives more insight and understanding on how and where this discriminatory law comes from and it’s potential impact. The presentation is a…
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Members of All Faiths Network (AFN) attended a conference organised by United Religions Initiative (URI) and hosted by the New North London Synagogue and Barnet Multi Faith Forum. URI organised this conference to better understand the interfaith scene in the UK and introduce itself to other groups. Executives from both URI International and Europe attended….
Interfaith Works: A perspective on Success In a world where conflict seems to be increasing – the conference shone a light and a positive vision on religions working together Sir Stephen Timms, MP hosted an event in Parliament, organised by the All Faiths Network and Minhaj Welfare Foundation[i], which gave the perspective of different speakers…
The All Faiths Network is this year partnering with the Minhaj Welfare Foundation to hold an event in the UK Parliament, hosted by Stephen Timms MP. The event will take place on the 16th November 2pm – 4pm. The event features a number of speakers experienced in different aspects of interfaith. It will be an…
Whilst the conflict in the Middle East continues it is difficult to make any statement whilst at the same time not being seen to be supporting one side over another. So, to start this statement we should like to say that we feel no enmity to any of the religions caught up in this war,…
The Annual interfaith fun run is a fantastic example of celebrating faith through sport and encouraging healthy lifestyles. Held annually at Stonex Sports Stadium in Barnet and organised by Jewish organisation Macabi GB & FBF it’s become a firm event in the AFN calender. The AFN Team( 7 strong this year) joined hundreds of people…
