Religious Freedom and Human Dignity Initiative at BYUH

Religious Freedom and Human Dignity Initiative at BYUH If you are interested in volunteering with RFHDI, use this link to sign up: https://bg.byuh.edu/rfhdi/rfhd-volunteer-form

The Religious Freedom and Human Dignity Initiative at BYU-Hawaii strives to foster the spread of religious liberty and protection of human dignity by educating students, alumni, and volunteers through events, conferences, and research.

South Asia is one of the most religiously diverse and culturally rich regions in the world — home to Hinduism, Islam, Bu...
03/03/2026

South Asia is one of the most religiously diverse and culturally rich regions in the world — home to Hinduism, Islam, Buddhism, Sikhism, Jainism, Christianity, and numerous indigenous traditions. For nearly two billion people, faith is deeply interwoven with identity, moral formation, governance, and daily life.

When nurtured, this pluralism can be a powerful force for cooperation, resilience, and human flourishing. When strained, it can challenge peace, justice, and the dignity of individuals and communities.

This is where the conversation begins.

Across South Asia, constitutional and legal traditions affirm that all persons are born free and equal in dignity and ri...
03/03/2026

Across South Asia, constitutional and legal traditions affirm that all persons are born free and equal in dignity and rights—including freedom of thought, conscience, and religion. Yet these commitments are experienced unevenly in practice. Political polarization, migration, economic inequality, and rapid social change continue to shape how religious freedom is understood, protected, and lived.

At the heart of this year’s theme is the marigold—a flower widely recognized across South Asia as a symbol of life, resilience, devotion, and shared celebration. Found in temples, mosques, churches, weddings, festivals, and public gatherings, it represents diversity expressed not as division, but as color, vitality, and connection.

Anchored in the phrase Ek parivaar, ek maanavta—One Family. One Humanity.—the 2026 Religious Freedom & Human Dignity Conference invites judges, scholars, religious leaders, policymakers, students, and civil society practitioners into a shared dialogue grounded in dignity, mutual respect, and the belief that flourishing is strongest when it is shared.

Grounded in the mission of the Religious Freedom & Human Dignity Initiative at BYU–Hawaii, and in collaboration with the...
03/03/2026

Grounded in the mission of the Religious Freedom & Human Dignity Initiative at BYU–Hawaii, and in collaboration with the International Center for Law & Religion Studies at BYU, this conference explores how religion, law, education, and civil society can strengthen sustainable pathways to peace.

April 21–23, 2026
Heber J. Grant Building
Brigham Young University–Hawaii

Join a global dialogue committed to principled, respectful, and constructive engagement—across traditions, across borders, and toward human flourishing.

We are excited to begin another year of trainings for our Student Representatives to our upcoming April Conference for t...
02/14/2026

We are excited to begin another year of trainings for our Student Representatives to our upcoming April Conference for the Religious Freedom and Human Dignity Initiative.

You'll find the dates, times, and themes for each session. Please note that attendance is mandatory for all Student Representatives.

These trainings are important part of preparing us to represent the mission of the conference with clarity, professionalism, and unity.

Trainings are subject to change, so please stay updated through our Instagram posts, and email communications for any adjustments.

We're truly looking forward to gathering, learning, and preparing to meaningful and impactful conference season! 🌺

Treasure the memories of unity in diversity with our exclusive enamel pins from BYU–Hawaii’s RFHD conferences! Each pin ...
03/25/2025

Treasure the memories of unity in diversity with our exclusive enamel pins from BYU–Hawaii’s RFHD conferences! Each pin commemorates a specific conference: Human Dignity & ASEAN Southeast Asia, Oceanian Perspectives on Human Dignity, and Asian Perspectives on Human Dignity. As cherished souvenirs, these pins symbolize your participation and commitment to celebrating global understanding and respect at each event.

Members of the executive committee for the conferences held on campus receive the Religious Freedom & Human Dignity Initiative enamel pin, symbolizing their leadership and dedication to the initiative’s mission.

Whether you attend annually or biennially, collecting them all is a badge of honor, reflecting your dedication to supporting human dignity and religious freedom. Wear them proudly as a reminder of your time at BYU–Hawaii and your role in shaping a more inclusive world.

2024 was an amazing year for us here at RFHD! We are so excited to share these things with you and can’t wait to have yo...
01/09/2025

2024 was an amazing year for us here at RFHD! We are so excited to share these things with you and can’t wait to have you participate in them with us this year! We thank each and every one of you for making this possible. 🫶🏽🕊️

Next week: BYU–Hawaii is hosting a conference with speakers from all across Oceania, April 23-25, open to students and t...
04/20/2024

Next week: BYU–Hawaii is hosting a conference with speakers from all across Oceania, April 23-25, open to students and the community! Join us for a session, listen to new perspectives, and meet some incredible people. Don't forget your business professional attire!

A big thank you to our student team and to everyone who participated in events this semester--good luck with finals!
04/18/2024

A big thank you to our student team and to everyone who participated in events this semester--good luck with finals!

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by our info booth today! Stay tuned for our big event coming up during spring br...
04/13/2024

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by our info booth today! Stay tuned for our big event coming up during spring break April 23-25.

Don't forget! This Thursday, March 7 at 11 am, is our second training for volunteers for the Oceanian Perspectives on Hu...
03/06/2024

Don't forget! This Thursday, March 7 at 11 am, is our second training for volunteers for the Oceanian Perspectives on Human Dignity Conference. We will meet in HGB room 275, and lunch will be provided!

Student volunteers have the incredible opportunity to meet delegates from countries across Oceania, providing them with meaningful networking and intercultural moments. Message us to learn more!

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