IRLA : Combating Religious Hatred

Dr. John Gras of The International Religious Liberty Association (IRLA) will be speaking at their Quinquennial World Conference in Cape Town, South Africa from 27 February to 1 March next year. The theme being 'Combating Religious Hatred Through Freedom to Believe'. Quite an topical theme considering recent events. I'm am lead to believe Dr. Graz will be speaking at a Rally at Riverside SDA church on the 25th February 2006 at 2:30. Will keep you updated.

Chartered in 1893, the IRLA is one of the oldest associations defending religious freedom for all. Its primary focus is to conduct seminars and conferences internationally to provide education and training for addressing religious freedom and intolerance issues. The IRLA was organized by Seventh-day Adventist leaders to oppose any restrictive legislation. In 1946, the IRLA opened its membership to anyone interested in promoting religious freedom. Members represent many faiths, such as Protestants, Catholics, Jews, Hindus, Buddhists, and Muslims.