William Saunders Speaks at the Summit for International Freedom
On February 2, 2025, Dr. William Saunders, Director of the Center for Human Rights at The Catholic University of America, addressed a group of student participants during a training day at the Summit for International Religious Freedom. In his talk, Dr. Saunders explored the vital importance of religious liberty as a fundamental human right and a foundation for a just and flourishing society. He drew upon legal principles, moral philosophy, and real-world examples to illustrate the threats facing religious believers around the globe and the urgent need for informed advocacy.
William Saunders Speaks at CUA Event Advocating for Democracy in Hong Kong
On January 30, 2025, The Catholic University of America hosted a thought-provoking event centered on the life and legacy of Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai, in conjunction with the release of Today Hong Kong, Tomorrow the World, a book by journalist and author Mark Clifford. The event featured remarks by Dr. William Saunders, Director of the Center for Human Rights at Catholic University, and welcomed Clifford as the guest of honor. Also in attendance was the Center’s Distinguished Fellow, Chen Guangcheng, who was recognized during the event for his enduring commitment to human rights.
Faith Under Fire: The Center for Religious Liberty Presents a Discussion on Religious Persecution in China
Catholic Law’s Center for Religious Liberty (CRL) recently hosted a compelling discussion featuring Chen Guangcheng, a distinguished fellow for Human Rights at The Catholic University of America, and Christopher Mee, a first-year […]
William Saunders Speaks at OAS Event on International Religious Freedom Day
On October 21, 2024, Dr. William Saunders, Director of the Center for Human Rights at The Catholic University of America, delivered remarks at the Organization of American States (OAS) during an event titled Celebrating International Religious Freedom Day: Dialogue on Freedom of Religion at the OAS, organized by the Holy See Mission. Dr. Saunders spoke passionately on the foundational role of religious liberty in the broader framework of human rights, emphasizing that the freedom to seek and worship God according to one’s conscience is not only a moral imperative but a cornerstone of just governance.
M.A. in Human Rights Students Visit Victims of Communism Museum
In September of 2024, Dr. Bill Saunders, Director of the Center for Human Rights, took his M.A. in Human Rights students to the Victims of Communism Museum in Washington, DC. […]
Free Gao Zhisheng: A Statement By Chen Guangcheng
By Chen Guangcheng, originally published by Radio Taiwan International August 13, 2024, marks the seventh anniversary of the disappearance of Gao Zhisheng, a human rights lawyer who has been nominated for multiple Nobel Peace Prizes. Gao was a renowned lawyer in China. However, in 2005 he became the target of suppression and persecution by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). He had been helping vulnerable groups safeguard their rights and defending Christians who suffered religious persecution, and was therefore regarded as an enemy of the CCP. In September 2005, the Chinese Communist Party…
Chen Pei Ming Speaks with Human Rights Fellows on Forced Organ Harvesting
On August 9, 2024, the Center for Human Rights at The Catholic University of America co-sponsored a press conference organized by Stop Forced Organ Harvesting by the CCP, featuring harrowing firsthand testimony from Cheng Pei Ming, a man who claims to have survived a forced organ harvesting operation in Communist China. The event, held in Washington, D.C., brought international attention to one of the most shocking and underreported human rights crises of the modern era. Cheng Pei Ming recounted his traumatic experience as a prisoner in China, where he was subjected to medical procedures against his will…
Center for Human Rights Fellow Sen Nieh Speaks at Event about Genocides
Center for Human Rights Fellow Sen Nieh Speaks at Event about Genocides On Saturday, September 23, 2023, Professor Sen Nieh, Fellow at the Center for Human Rights at The Catholic University of America, delivered a powerful presentation at the First Annual Convention on Forgotten Genocides. This one-day conference, held in Washington, D.C., gathered scholars, advocates, and survivors to shed light on overlooked and underreported instances of mass atrocity around the world. Professor Nieh’s talk focused on the Chinese Communist Party’s role in carrying out ideological and cultural genocide during the Cultural Revolution…
Chen Guangcheng Speaks at the World Youth Alliance
Chen Guangcheng Speaks at the World Youth Alliance On April 11, 2024, Chen Guangcheng spoke at the World Youth Alliance, which focuses on promoting human rights and dignity across the […]
Chen Guangcheng and Bill Saunders attend Jimmy Lai Art Unveiling
Chen Guangcheng and Bill Saunders attend Jimmy Lai Art Unveiling On February 22, 2024, Chen Guangcheng and William Saunders attended the unveiling of a painting created by Hong Kong democracy […]