Across the world, people who convert to Christianity face the denial of basic rights – including education, legal identity and religious freedom. Women, young people and displaced communities are particularly vulnerable.

Women in Afghanistan and Central Asia who convert to Christianity are at risk of violence, forced marriage and discrimination. With your help, the UK government can help defend their fundamental rights.

Write to your MP today to ensure the government includes Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB) in the next Human Rights and Democracy Report to protect those who convert to Christianity from persecution and discrimination.

Why this matters

The UK Government’s Human Rights and Democracy Report is a key tool for highlighting abuses and promoting accountability. However, the report has not been published since 2023.

The report helps to hold the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) to account by showing actions it is taking on human rights globally, and where it is prioritising efforts. Previous reports outlined efforts to support FoRB, including for persecuted Christians globally. 

By advocating for the inclusion of FoRB in this report, and in UK human rights reporting more broadly, we help protect the lives, dignity and freedoms of converts globally.

Read the stories of our sisters in Afghanistan and Central Asia who are facing persecution and discrimination because of their gender and faith, and for being displaced.