Upcoming Religious Freedom Events & Conferences: May–June 2025 - Faith & Freedom News

Are you passionate about religious freedom, law and religion, or human dignity? Don’t miss these leading events, conferences, and opportunities between April and June 2025. Whether you’re a scholar, practitioner, student, or advocate, these gatherings—from hybrid webinars to in‑person symposiums—offer deep dives into the legal, cultural, and social aspects of faith and human flourishing.

1. 21st Annual Religion and The Law Symposium

Date: 23 April 2025
Location: Orange, CA, USA
Organizer: J. Reuben Clark Law Society
Why Attend:

Explore cutting‑edge legal scholarship on church‑state relations
Network with lawyers, judges, and policy‑makers
Hear plenaries on free exercise, conscience rights, and emerging issues in religious liberty

2. Webinar: Addressing Family Fears

Date: 23 April 2025
Time: Webinar (online)
Organizer: European Union & International Affairs Office of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints
Why Attend:

Engage community voices on strengthening family bonds
Learn evidence‑based approaches to tackle family anxiety and protection
Connect globally without leaving your desk

3. Human Dignity & ASEAN Conference

Dates: 23–25 April 2025
Location: Laie, Hawaii, USA
Organizer: Brigham Young University–Hawaii
Why Attend:

Examine religious pluralism and peacebuilding in Southeast Asia
Join panels on interfaith dialogue, minority rights, and inclusive governance
Build relationships with academics and NGO leaders from ASEAN states

4. 4th Annual Freedom of Religion Roundtable

Date: 1 May 2025
Time: 6:30 PM ET
Location: Kennesaw, GA, USA
Format: In‑person panel discussion
Why Attend:

Support religious liberty and human dignity through moderated dialogue
Hear leading advocates and scholars share best practices
Participate in Q&A to shape local and national faith‑freedom initiatives

5. Writing Competition: Church, State & Society

Deadline: 15 May 2025
Organizer: Program on Church, State & Society, University of Notre Dame Law School
Why Submit:

Showcase original research on church‑state issues
Compete for publication and cash prizes
Gain visibility in top legal and theological journals

6. Morocco Conference: Law & Religion in Africa

Dates: 18–21 May 2025
Location: Rabat, Morocco
Organizer: The African Consortium for Law and Religion Studies
Why Attend:

Delve into comparative law and religious freedom across Africa
Collaborate with jurists, faith leaders, and policy experts
Contribute to emerging scholarship on religious rights in North Africa

7. 11th Annual Law & Religious Freedom Conference (Hybrid)

Date: 29 May 2025
Location: Kansas City, MO, USA + Online
Organizer: University of Missouri–Kansas City Law School
Why Attend:

Access panels on faith‑based organizations, free exercise disputes, and global perspectives
Choose between on‑site networking and virtual attendance
Earn CLE credits while exploring the latest case law

8. Religious Freedom Annual Review:

Religion, Peace, & Human Flourishing

Date: 17 June 2025
Location: Provo, UT, USA
Organizer: International Center for Law and Religion Studies (ICLRS), Brigham Young University
Why Attend:

Reflect on “the Whys” of religious freedom in contemporary society
Engage scholars who bridge theology, social science, and law
Shape policy recommendations for peaceful, pluralistic communities

Why You Should Participate

Deepen Expertise: Learn from world‑class academics, practitioners, and faith leaders.
Build Networks: Connect with peers working at the intersection of religion, law, and human rights.
Drive Change: Translate insights into advocacy, policy, and community programs that protect religious freedom and promote human flourishing.

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