

Religion and World Politics

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.

Religion in China and the United States

Transatlantic Policy Network on Religion and Diplomacy
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Competing Understandings of Islamic Codes Pertaining to Women in the Arab World
3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. EDT Intercultural Center (ICC)
Book September 27, 2023
The Geopolitics of Religious Soft Power: How States Use Religion in Foreign Policy
Other Publications
Article September 8, 2023

August 30, 2023
Identity Abroad


August 14, 2023
India and Islamophobia
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:
Recent Interviews
A Conversation with Sturla Stålsett
May 3, 2022
A Discussion with Shamsia Ramadhan, Catholic Relief Services
April 15, 2015