The International Association for Religious Freedom

In memory of Adv. Shabeer Ahmed

Adv. Shabeer Ahmed, a long-time IARF member and esteemed activist, passed away this month after a short illness. We extend our condolences to his family, friends and colleagues, as well as the whole India Chapter of the IARF.

Adv. Ahmed was involved in the Mysore branch of the India Chapter since its establishment. He served as its chairman and secretary, and devoted over 20 years to developing IARF in India and towards attaining its goals of fostering interfaith dialogue and cooperation and promotion of respect for human rights.

He shared his talents and devotion serving at different posts: of Human Rights Education Facilitator, Vice President and Secreatry of the India Chapter, member of IARF’s International Council and Chairman of the former South Asia Coordinating Council, among others.

 

 

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Lukasz (Luke) Liniewicz

Lukasz Liniewicz is the Executive Secretary at the International Association for Religious Freedom (IARF). Born in Poland, he now lives in the Netherlands and is a member of the Dutch Chapter and the Europe and Middle East region. He has a background in international law and philosophy, and is also a translator. Lukasz is involved in all aspects of IARF's work and can be contacted at luke@iarf.net.
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