International gathering in Azerbaijan to combat discrimination against Muslims and foster religious harmony
Headline: Combating Islamophobia: A United Front in Baku
Baku, Azerbaijan recently played host to the third International Conference on Combating Islamophobia, attended by over 120 esteemed figures from 40 countries.
Under the banner "Unveiling Bias and Shattering Stigmas", this forum tackled the surge of anti-Muslim prejudice worldwide, with a focus on social media, escalating far-right ideologies, and the spread of misinformation as major catalysts for discrimination.
Centered on dialogue, collaboration, and global action, the event also introduced a new digital observatory aimed at tracking Islamophobia. The Azerbaijan leadership urged unity and activated the call for the implementation of UN resolutions, stressing the necessity for collective action to safeguard human rights and maintain religious tolerance.
Background:
Held from May 26 to 28, 2025, the conference boasted over 200 participants, organized by influential bodies such as the Muslim Council of Elders and the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO). Notable speakers included the Director General of IRCICA (Research Centre for Islamic History, Art and Culture), who highlighted the international dimension of the conference.
The event marked the third anniversary of the UN's designation of an International Day to Combat Islamophobia and served as a platform for presenting viable strategies to address the issue, reflecting a burgeoning international consciousness towards confronting Islamophobia head-on.
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The International Conference on Combating Islamophobia, held in Baku, Azerbaijan, drew attention from global news and politics, with over 120 delegates from 40 countries participating. This event, organized by the Muslim Council of Elders and the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), emphasized strategies to counter Islamophobia, a significant issue highlighted in general news and political discussions.
