Most Pakistanis are horrified at attacks on Christians – now it’s time to speak out
Sunday’s bombing highlights the dire reality faced by religious minorities in the country, writes Samira Shackle
Human Rights & Ethics
Some clarity on the veil “debate”
Recognise islamophobia for what it is, don't exclude people and don't hide from difficult questions, writes Daniel Trilling
Malala Yousafzai receives top human rights award
The Pakistani schoolgirl wins Amnesty International's Ambassador of Conscience award, and is nominated for the European Parliament's Sakharov prize
If we want a debate on the veil, why not listen to Muslim women first?
As usual, the voices of those most affected are being excluded.
Can you teach me how to forgive myself?
From the schoolyard to San Quentin, California’s restorative justice programmes are diverting young offenders from a life of crime and allowing even those convicted of serious crime to take responsibility…
Atheist bloggers face prison in Bangladesh
A group of four writers will stand trial in November accused of publishing material that “causes hurt to religious beliefs”
God and the classroom
It may be a new school year, but familiar debates over the role of faith in education continue to rage
Rise in anti-gay violence reported in Russia
A new Russian law banning "propaganda of non-traditional sexual relations" has prompted international outcry. And now human rights groups say it has led to increased homophobic attacks
Mixed message from Archbishop on gay rights
In a speech to the Evangelical Alliance, Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby expressed regret at the Church’s record of homophobia, but reiterated his opposition to same-sex marriage
Should burqas be allowed in court?
As a defendant refuses a judge's request to remove her veil at her Hackney trial, Ralph Jones argues that religious sensitivities must not be allowed to obstruct the legal process