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Highlights from the 2025 EME Conference in Germany

Final group photo capturing the successful conclusion of the conference

Our Europe and Middle East (EME) Conference, "The Limits of Tolerance and Religious Freedom," was held successfully in Offenbach and Frankfurt last month. Participants from around the world gathered, both in-person and online, for four days of insightful discussions, workshops, and fellowship at this hybrid event.

Absolute highlights included an inspiring keynote address from women's rights activist and Imam Seyran Ateş, and a pre-tour visiting several Free Religious communities in the region. The event fostered new friendships and strengthened old bonds among our diverse members.

We invite you to read the full, detailed report of the conference, which includes photo galleries and video recordings of the main sessions.

Read the Full Conference Report and Watch Session Recordings

Upcoming Events

Join us for these upcoming online events. Times on our website will be displayed in your local timezone.

Zen practice and the Middle Path with Rev. Ming Po

Rev. Ming Po, an American Zen Buddhist priest will discuss Zen practice and the Middle Path. Organised by the IARF Free Religion Institute.

Session 1: 22 Oct, 22:00 UTC | Session 2: 23 Oct, 08:00 UTC

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"The Science of Consciousness" with Professor Mark Reimers

How do the billions of neurons in your head give rise to consciousness? Prof. Mark Reimers will talk about what scientists have uncovered so far. Organised by the IARF Free Religion Institute.

Session 1: 25 Oct, 18:00 UTC | Session 2: 26 Oct, 04:00 UTC

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Webinar: “Democracy at Risk?”

Discussing how faith-based organisations can help to revive Democracy. Organised by CINGO’s Committee for Interreligious & Inter-convictional Dialogue.

Date: 27 Oct, 15:00 UTC

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Buddhism and the Middle Path with Rev. Michinori Maruta

Rev. Michinori Maruta will continue teaching his recurring course on Buddhism and the Middle Path. Organised by the IARF Free Religion Institute.

Session 1: 29 Oct, 16:00 UTC | Session 2: 30 Oct, 01:00 UTC

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UU Studies Network Convocation 2025

A hybrid conference on "Expanding the Boundaries of Unitarian Universalist Studies," featuring IARF's Prof. Jay Atkinson.

Date: 6-9 November

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