Advocate for persecuted Christians
Through global project work, ACN reaches millions of Christians all
cases, we raise awareness among polit- ical decision-makers about the growing persecution of Christians worldwide and explain the background behind the issues. ACN was even able to increase its advocacy work in 2024. A significant por- tion of our commitment was once again focused on Pakistan and Nigeria. Europe During the reporting year, ACN contin- ued its information campaigns in the EU member states. The goal was to draw greater attention to the persecution of Christian minorities in Pakistan. The focus was mainly on the Blasphemy Law, the abduction and enslavement of Christian and Hindu women and girls, and workplace discrimination against Christians. Through presentations by Pakistani Church representatives at EU institutions and regular briefings, ACN was able to raise awareness of the situ- ation among members of the European Parliament. Achievements were also
over the world. However, more is needed to improve their political environment. ACN advocacy is dedicated to facilitating the exchange of information between the Church, political leaders and society. It arranges visits for bishops, priests and religious sisters to Brussels, Washington and Geneva, where they meet with key political decision-makers. In this way, politicians receive first-hand reports on conditions in conflict areas where the government has collapsed and from which the United Nations, diplo- mats and NGOs have withdrawn due to security concerns. The Catholic Church is often the only institution still providing aid and infor- mation in these areas. ACN operates independently of state subsidies and influence, serving as an advocate for charity and Christians in need. In many
» We give persecuted Christians a voice. « Mark von Riedemann,
Director of Public Affairs and Religious Freedom
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