| dc.description.abstract | This article explores the crucial role of religious freedom
in promoting global peace and stability while examining
the challenges and opportunities faced in advancing this
fundamental human right. The paper argues that religious
freedom fosters tolerance, pluralism, and conflict resolution,
contributing to the broader human rights framework and
peacebuilding. A comprehensive analysis addresses three key
questions: how religious freedom supports peacebuilding, the
roles played by state actors, international organizations, and
civil society in promoting religious freedom, and the challenges
and opportunities within global political dynamics. The paper
highlights how religious freedom empowers religious leaders
to act as mediators and fosters interfaith dialogue, essential
for social cohesion. It further elaborates on how state actors
establish legal frameworks, international organizations set
global standards and monitor compliance, and civil society
advocates for protecting religious minorities. Despite
challenges such as rising authoritarianism, nationalism, and
religious extremism, opportunities for progress are identifiedthrough interfaith cooperation, international engagement, and
the enforcement of international human rights frameworks. The
article concludes by underscoring the need for collaborative
efforts among all stakeholders to effectively promote religious
freedom, which remains a cornerstone for lasting global peace | en_US |
