International Association for the Defense of Religious Liberty

The International Association for the Defense of Religious Liberty (AIDLR) is a non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting and defending freedom of conscience, worship, and religion worldwide. Founded in Paris in 1946 by Jean Nussbaum, a Swiss-born physician and humanitarian, it was established in the aftermath of World War II to provide a legal and moral framework for protecting individuals' right to practice their beliefs without fear of persecution. AIDLR holds consultative status at the United Nations and the Council of Europe, and has expanded to over 20 national sections across Europe, Africa, and Asia, with its international headquarters in Bern, Switzerland. It publishes the annual journal Conscience & Liberty, issued since 1948.

The International Association for the Defense of Religious Liberty (AIDLR) was founded in Paris in 1946 by Jean Nussbaum. With a long-standing commitment to religious freedom, Nussbaum established the association to provide a legal foundation for his advocacy efforts. The AIDLR promotes the protection of religious freedom and freedom of conscience worldwide, advocating for the right of individuals to practice their faith or hold no religious beliefs at all. Jean Nussbaum was a Swiss-French physician born on 24 November 1888 in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland. AIDLR was established in the aftermath of World War II to provide a legal and moral framework for protecting individuals' right to practice their beliefs without fear of persecution. Since its founding, AIDLR has expanded its reach to over 20 national sections across Europe, Africa, and Asia, with its international headquarters in Bern, Switzerland.

A globally recognized non-governmental organization committed to promoting and defending religious freedom, freedom of conscience, and human rights for all.

• Conscience & Liberty

  Annual journal published since 1948, described as a leading voice on religious freedom and human rights.

1. 1AIDLR – International Association for the Defense of Religious Libertyaidlr.org
2. 2History – AIDLRaidlr.org
3. 3History of Liberty and Respect for Differences – AIDLRaidlr.org
4. 4Who we are – AIDLRaidlr.org