The Pluralism Project at Harvard UniversitySelected Links
Advocacy
Bahá'Ã
The Bahá'ÃsThe international site of the Bahá'à Faith, including a list of official Bahá'à sites.
http://www.bahai.org/
Atheist/Humanist
Council for Secular HumanismSponsors activities that "range from magazine publishing to campaigning on ethical issues, from conferences to support networks, from educational courses to conducting secular ceremonies, from local groups to international development" and publishes Free Inquiry magazine.
http://www.secularhumanism.org/
Secular Coalition for America
"Washington-based lobbying organization for atheists, humanists, freethinkers, and other nontheistic Americans."
http://www.secular.org/
"Washington-based lobbying organization for atheists, humanists, freethinkers, and other nontheistic Americans."
http://www.secular.org/
Buddhist
American Buddhist CongressBrings together Buddhists across traditions, denominations and ethnic backgrounds.
http://www.americanbuddhistcongress.org/home.htm
Buddhist Peace Fellowship
Founded in 1978 to "bring a Buddhist perspective to the peace movement and to bring the peace movement to the Buddhist community." They publish the quarterly journal Turning Wheel.
http://www.bpf.org/html/current_projects/current_projects.html
Founded in 1978 to "bring a Buddhist perspective to the peace movement and to bring the peace movement to the Buddhist community." They publish the quarterly journal Turning Wheel.
http://www.bpf.org/html/current_projects/current_projects.html
Hindu
American Hindu Anti-Defamation CoalitionA coalition of Hindu organizations dedicated "to preserv[ing] the sanctity of Hindu symbols, icons, culture and customs."
http://www.hindunet.org/anti_defamation/
American Hindu Association
"The primary mission of AHA is to teach the rich spiritual heritage of Hindu philosophy to devotees of all ages. This Association intends to provide the leadership and resources for the Hindu community, especially among the young generations."
http://www.madison.com/communities/americanhindu/about.php?php_page_set=5
"The primary mission of AHA is to teach the rich spiritual heritage of Hindu philosophy to devotees of all ages. This Association intends to provide the leadership and resources for the Hindu community, especially among the young generations."
http://www.madison.com/communities/americanhindu/about.php?php_page_set=5
Hindu American Foundation
An advocacy group which promotes “the Hindu and American ideals of understanding, tolerance and pluralism;” resources include a “Hinduism Media Toolkit” and online newsletters.
http://www.hinduamericanfoundation.org/
An advocacy group which promotes “the Hindu and American ideals of understanding, tolerance and pluralism;” resources include a “Hinduism Media Toolkit” and online newsletters.
http://www.hinduamericanfoundation.org/
Interfaith
The Interfaith AllianceA multireligious advocacy organization, "committed to promoting the positive and healing role of religion in public life by encouraging civic participation, facilitating community activism, and challenging religious political extremism."
http://www.interfaithalliance.org/
Interfaith Peace Initiatives
A set of links to religious and inter-religious communities dedicated to peace activism.
http://www.pluralism.org/research/profiles/display.php?profile=74421
A set of links to religious and inter-religious communities dedicated to peace activism.
http://www.pluralism.org/research/profiles/display.php?profile=74421
Jewish
The American Jewish CommitteeWorks for the security and continuity of the Jewish people and promotes the basic principles of religious pluralism as the best defense against bigotry.
http://www.ajcadvocacy.net/
The American Jewish Congress
Public policy advocacy group defending against threats to Jewish interests at home and abroad.
http://www.ajcongress.org
Public policy advocacy group defending against threats to Jewish interests at home and abroad.
http://www.ajcongress.org
Anti-Defamation League
Fights for civil rights and opposes anti-Semitism and all forms of bigotry and discrimination.
http://www.adl.org/
Fights for civil rights and opposes anti-Semitism and all forms of bigotry and discrimination.
http://www.adl.org/
B'nai B'rith International
"One of the world's largest and oldest Jewish human rights, community action, and humanitarian organizations."
http://www.bnaibrith.org
"One of the world's largest and oldest Jewish human rights, community action, and humanitarian organizations."
http://www.bnaibrith.org
Engaging America (American Jewish Committee)
A virtual center with training, networking, and advocacy resources.
http://www.engagingamerica.org/ajc/Index.asp
A virtual center with training, networking, and advocacy resources.
http://www.engagingamerica.org/ajc/Index.asp
National Council of Jewish Women
A volunteer organization with "a progressive stance on issues such as child welfare, women's rights, and reproductive freedom."
http://www.ncjw.org
A volunteer organization with "a progressive stance on issues such as child welfare, women's rights, and reproductive freedom."
http://www.ncjw.org
American Muslim Taskforce
An umbrella organization of Muslim advocacy groups working to define issues of common concern and develop strategies for effective political participation.
http://www.americanmuslimvoter.net/
An umbrella organization of Muslim advocacy groups working to define issues of common concern and develop strategies for effective political participation.
http://www.americanmuslimvoter.net/
Canadian Muslim Civil Liberties Association
Grassroots advocacy bringing together legal, social policy, and activism experts to support Muslim individuals and communities.
http://www.cmcla.org/
Grassroots advocacy bringing together legal, social policy, and activism experts to support Muslim individuals and communities.
http://www.cmcla.org/
Center for the Study of Islam and Democracy
A non-profit research institution for the study and dissemination of information on Islamic and democratic political thought.
http://www.csidonline.org/
A non-profit research institution for the study and dissemination of information on Islamic and democratic political thought.
http://www.csidonline.org/
Civil Rights Education Center (Muslim)
Organizes "seminars and workshops on civil rights issues impacting the Muslim communities in the Chicago Metropolitan area."
http://www.crecnet.org/
Organizes "seminars and workshops on civil rights issues impacting the Muslim communities in the Chicago Metropolitan area."
http://www.crecnet.org/
Council on American Islamic Relations
With headquarters in Washington, D.C. and chapters across America, CAIR’s mission is to: “enhance understanding of Islam, encourage dialogue, protect civil liberties, empower American Muslims, and build coalitions that promote justice and mutual understanding.”
http://www.cair-net.org/
With headquarters in Washington, D.C. and chapters across America, CAIR’s mission is to: “enhance understanding of Islam, encourage dialogue, protect civil liberties, empower American Muslims, and build coalitions that promote justice and mutual understanding.”
http://www.cair-net.org/
Islam Online
A broad online reference site intended for Muslims and non-Muslims.
http://www.Islamonline.net
A broad online reference site intended for Muslims and non-Muslims.
http://www.Islamonline.net
Minaret of Freedom Institute
Researches policy issues, publishes and translates materials, and runs a scholars-exchange program.
http://www.minaret.org/
Researches policy issues, publishes and translates materials, and runs a scholars-exchange program.
http://www.minaret.org/
Muslim American Society
Founded in 1992, the main projects of the MAS include the Islamic American University, the American Muslim magazine, the Freedom Foundation, which focuses on Muslim civic participation, and the Council on Islamic Schools.
http://www.masnet.org/
Founded in 1992, the main projects of the MAS include the Islamic American University, the American Muslim magazine, the Freedom Foundation, which focuses on Muslim civic participation, and the Council on Islamic Schools.
http://www.masnet.org/
Muslim Public Affairs Council
With offices in Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., MPAC defines its mission as "working for the civil rights of American Muslims, for the integration of Islam into American pluralism, and for a positive, constructive relationship between American Muslims and their representatives."
http://www.mpac.org/
With offices in Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., MPAC defines its mission as "working for the civil rights of American Muslims, for the integration of Islam into American pluralism, and for a positive, constructive relationship between American Muslims and their representatives."
http://www.mpac.org/
Minnesota Indian Affairs Council
http://www.cri-bsu.org/IA_web/htdocs/
http://www.cri-bsu.org/IA_web/htdocs/
Native American Rights Fund
Advocates for Native American religious freedom, treaty rights, and self-governance.
http://www.narf.org/
Advocates for Native American religious freedom, treaty rights, and self-governance.
http://www.narf.org/
Lady Liberty League
Supports religious freedom for Wiccans and Pagans through information and networking; sponsored by Circle Sanctuary.
http://www.circlesanctuary.org/liberty/
Supports religious freedom for Wiccans and Pagans through information and networking; sponsored by Circle Sanctuary.
http://www.circlesanctuary.org/liberty/
OUR FREEDOM--A Pagan Civil Rights Coalition
http://www.ourfreedomcoalition.org/
http://www.ourfreedomcoalition.org/
Pagan Aid Alliance
http://www.paganaidalliance.org/
http://www.paganaidalliance.org/
Pagan Legal Rights
http://www.tylwythteg.com/legal.html
http://www.tylwythteg.com/legal.html
The Witches League for Public Awareness
http://www.celticcrow.com/
http://www.celticcrow.com/
The Witches' Voice
A news and education network with articles on current issues and events, files on the basics of witchcraft and on holidays, and many links to other Pagan sites.
http://www.witchvox.com/
A news and education network with articles on current issues and events, files on the basics of witchcraft and on holidays, and many links to other Pagan sites.
http://www.witchvox.com/
Sikh
Sikh American Legal Defense and Education Fund (SALDEF)SALDEF is a national Sikh organization focused on education and civil rights; it was originally founded as the Sikh Mediawatch and Resource Task Force (SMART) in 1996.
http://www.saldef.org/
Sikh Coalition
A community-based organization working to defend Sikh civil rights in the U.S.
http://www.sikhcoalition.org/ar2004_advocacy.asp
A community-based organization working to defend Sikh civil rights in the U.S.
http://www.sikhcoalition.org/ar2004_advocacy.asp
Sikh Mediawatch and Resource Taskforce
http://www.sikhmediawatch.org/aboutus/aboutus.asp
http://www.sikhmediawatch.org/aboutus/aboutus.asp
Sikh Women
http://www.sikhwomen.com/
http://www.sikhwomen.com/
United Sikhs
An international grass-roots organization; projects in the U.S. include advocacy and interfaith outreach, summer camps for Sikh youth, and relief efforts.
www.unitedsikhs.org
An international grass-roots organization; projects in the U.S. include advocacy and interfaith outreach, summer camps for Sikh youth, and relief efforts.
www.unitedsikhs.org
Americans United for the Separation of Church and State
http://www.au.org
http://www.au.org
Civil Rights Religious Freedom
http://www.civilrights.org/issues/religious/index.html
http://www.civilrights.org/issues/religious/index.html
Freedom Forum
http://www.freedomforum.org/
http://www.freedomforum.org/
International Association for Religious Freedom
http://www.geocities.com/~iarf/advocacy.html
http://www.geocities.com/~iarf/advocacy.html
Liberty Magazine
http://www.libertymagazine.org
http://www.libertymagazine.org
The National Conference for Community and Justice (NCCJ)
"Promotes understanding and respect among all races, religions and cultures through advocacy, conflict resolution and education."
http://www.nccj.org
"Promotes understanding and respect among all races, religions and cultures through advocacy, conflict resolution and education."
http://www.nccj.org
Not in Our Town
http://www.pbs.org/niot
http://www.pbs.org/niot
People for the American Way
http://www.pfaw.org/pfaw/general/
http://www.pfaw.org/pfaw/general/
Religious Tolerance
Offers introductory information and links for more than 60 religions, faith groups, and ethical systems; addresses religious freedom and tolerance.
http://www.religioustolerance.org/
Offers introductory information and links for more than 60 religions, faith groups, and ethical systems; addresses religious freedom and tolerance.
http://www.religioustolerance.org/
Religious Diversity News: Violence
Collected articles from our news archives. http://www.pluralism.org/news/search.php?key=Violence/Vandalism
Collected articles from our news archives. http://www.pluralism.org/news/search.php?key=Violence/Vandalism
South Asian American Leaders of Tomorrow
http://www.saalt.org
http://www.saalt.org
The Unitarian Universalist Association's Washington Office for Advocacy
Seeks to "influence public policy decisions made by the U.S. Congress and Administration on issues of concern to the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA)" and also "provides support and resources to congregations and individuals seeking to create change in their communities and states."
http://uua.org/socaljustice/index.shtml
Seeks to "influence public policy decisions made by the U.S. Congress and Administration on issues of concern to the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA)" and also "provides support and resources to congregations and individuals seeking to create change in their communities and states."
http://uua.org/socaljustice/index.shtml