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Washington, DC - Throughout the Obama Administration, the U.S. Government has prioritized efforts to promote freedom of religion globally as a universal human right, a strategic national interest, and as a key foreign policy objective.  The Administration has praised countries that have made strides to promote religious freedom, assisted governments in taking steps to address shortcomings, and denounced severe violators of religious freedom; provided support to individuals who have been persecuted on account of their beliefs, and advocated for the rights of religious minorities. 

The Obama Administration has also worked closely with civil society organizations, including religious communities, in promoting freedom of religion or belief for all people.

The Administration has leveraged the tools of U.S. diplomacy, foreign assistance funds, and other activities abroad to advance this goal, ensuring that efforts to promote and protect religious freedom are fully integrated into broader policies to ensure freedom and dignity for all people.

The Obama Administration’s record on promoting and protecting religious freedom around the globe includes:

Advancing a Global Vision for International Religious Freedom

Seizing Opportunities, Expanding U.S. Capacity to Promote Religious Freedom

Coalition-Building and Multilateral Efforts

Supporting Religious Freedom Advocates through Foreign Assistance Funds

Coming Together and Taking Action