For World Interfaith Harmony Week 2025, this 90-minute Fireside Chat will feature four distinguished speakers, each addressing a unique dimension of FoRB:

• FoRB and Gender (Viviana Osorio): Exploring how religious and cultural norms impact gender equality and how the right to FoRB can advance gender justice.
• FoRB and Hate Speech (Hameeda Syed): Analyzing the role of religious freedom in combating hate speech and fostering a culture of respect and understanding.
• FoRB and Climate Change (Rachel Forster): Highlighting the intersection between religious beliefs, environmental stewardship, and collective efforts to address the global climate crisis.
• FoRB and Interfaith Dialogue (Prof. Genti Kruja): Examining how interfaith collaboration promotes freedom of belief and contributes to sustainable peace and coexistence.

The Fireside Chat will be co-moderated by Shameer Rishad, Merylene Chitharai, and Emina Frljak.