We are very concerned about the systematic discrimination and exclusion of law-abiding citizens who follow the teachings of the Scientology religion in Germany.
In fact, there have been at least three thousand ninety-five cases in the last ten years in which German government agencies have included “faith-breaking” clauses in their invitations to bid, requiring bidders to renounce any association with Scientology.
CAP Liberté de Conscience has urged the government to tackle its persisting human rights abuses and uphold its obligations outlined in the International Covenant, on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) according to a written statement presented at the United Nations Human Rights Council 57th session.
It is essential that the recommendations of the Working Group are implemented without delay, including:
Remedying the situation of the individuals who are arbitrarily detained
Ensuring compensation and reparations
Holding accountable those responsible for violating their rights
Amending legislation that allows the extension of sentences already served which violates the principle of legality and non-retroactivity
Encouraging all States to cooperate with the Working Group
Geneva, Switzerland – On July 5, a side event, “Combating Islamophobia in Asia: From Awareness to Action,” was held at the United Nations Human Rights Council’s (UNHRC) 56th Session to address the threats of Islamophobia in Asia, with a focus on the People’s Republic of China’s (PRC) persecution of Uyghur Muslims. The event was co-organized by CAP Liberté de Conscience, Campaign for Uyghurs (CFU), and the Center for Uyghur Studies. This event coincided with the 15th anniversary of the Urumchi Massacre, further highlighting the regime’s ongoing atrocities in the Uyghur region due to their ethnic and religious identity.
In a comprehensive report released today, the Coordination des Associations et des Particuliers pour la Liberté de Conscience (CAP LC), a non-governmental organization with ECOSOC consultative status at the United Nations, has detailed its unwavering efforts to promote and defend the universal principles of freedom of conscience, religion, and belief throughout the past year.
