Around the world, religious actors and institutions have gained political influence, marshaling religious arguments to justify their activities. Moreover, religion has inspired a multitude of world events, ranging from horrific terrorist acts to altruistic responses to the refugee crisis. These resources consider how religious beliefs and actors influence political activity throughout societies.
Policy Brief February 3, 2023
Book February 1, 2023
Forbidden: Receiving Pope Francis's Condemnation of Nuclear Weapons
Article January 23, 2023
Religious Nationalism and Pope Francis’ ‘Culture of Encounter’
Discover the firsthand experiences of faith leaders, activists, and peacebuilding practitioners working on issues ranging from development and education to conflict resolution and foreign policy.
For over a decade, Berkley Center scholars and students have been conducting interviews with individuals working at the intersection of religion and world affairs. These discussions offer unique insights into the inner workings of a wide spectrum of professions touched by religion with interviewees ranging from the highest levels of leadership of international organizations to on-the-ground practitioners. Explore individual interviews here or follow links to our interview collections below:
A Conversation with Sturla Stålsett
May 3, 2022
A Discussion with Shamsia Ramadhan, Catholic Relief Services
April 15, 2015
3:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. EDT Berkley Center
March 6, 2023
