The United Nations is an international organization that aims at ensuring world security and peace. Jesus Christ often answered questions of his disciples, both immediate and general. Many of his answers were prophetic. After the Pentecost, disciples started to understand Jesus' meaning, especially when he spoke of an organization for peace and security in the world.
Case studies
Religious actors are actively engaged in the UN and bring diverse perspectives and ideas to the table. There are many issues in the UN that have a religious component. The participation of religious actors can be helpful in addressing issues directly affecting religious communities. We highlight nine UN-related UN issues where religious actors were active in this issue brief.
In order to support sustainable development in other countries around the globe, intergovernmental and government entities have joined hands with faith-based organizations and civil society organizations. They bring together the social capital and capacities of diverse faith communities to support humanitarian assistance. These efforts are vital to reaching development goals. It is crucial to use the power of faith to resolve conflicts in order promote peace around the globe.
A new wave of religious feelings has emerged in the new millennium. What was once thought to be the rise of modernism has turned out to be a cresting wave of religious feelings. Human Rights, UN and Baha'is Iran is one example of these new feelings. It's a fascinating study that examines how religion and human rights intersect.
Case studies of religious NGOs
Since 1945, UN work has been actively participated in by religious NGOs. Since 1972 there has been a Committee of Religious NGOs in the UN. It is made up of representatives of religious, moral, ethical, and other accredited organizations to the UN. The committee exists to foster cooperation and the exchange of diverse points of view.
This book is an exhaustive study of the activities at the United Nations of religious NGOs in New York and Geneva. Based on a three-and-a-half-year investigation of activities at both locations, it reveals the many ways religion operates in visible ways within the UN system.
These organizations are working to address some of today's most pressing issues. They also take part in many other development activities. For example, they are engaging in interreligious dialogues to promote peace and human rights in conflict zones.
UN processes case studies
UN processes related religion have a complicated history. Although the UN is a secular organization, some UN members have doubted its relevance to religious freedom promotion. Many FBOs within the UN system, however, have a more liberal orientation and are eager to connect with liberal governments and other NGOs.
The UN is an open forum for secular debates. World public policy discourse is shaped and influenced by secular values. They influence liberal ideas as well as non-liberal ones. Even conservative FBOs oppose liberal SRHR policies. These conservative voices rarely speak openly about their religious convictions.
In the UN, FBOs are increasingly prominent actors. They are an integral part of the solution to conflict in many countries. South Africa has a number of religious groups that have worked to promote peace and reconciliation. Mozambique is a country where religious actors have played a major role in the resolution of conflicts.