AROPL and Human Rights in Focus at World SangSaeng Forum
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At the 4th World SangSaeng Forum in Korea, lawyer Alessandro Amicarelli presented on the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light, highlighting its theology, values, and the global persecution of its members.
By Hadil El-Khouly
We are pleased to announce that the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light (AROPL) was discussed at the 4th World SangSaeng Forum International Conference, held at Daejin University in Korea from October 24–26, 2025.
Alessandro Amicarelli, a solicitor and advocate specialising in International and Human Rights Law, and president of the European Federation for Freedom of Belief, presented his paper titled “The Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light (AROPL): Intersection of Theology, Identity and Legal Recognition.”
His presentation explored AROPL’s distinctive theology, inclusive social values, and the serious human rights violations and persecution faced by its members worldwide.
The session was chaired by Prof. Holly Folk and attended by respected scholars including Prof. Eileen Barker OBE FBA, helping draw international attention to urgent issues of religious freedom, legal protection, and minority rights.
His efforts led to Korean media publications about the persecution of the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light in Korea.
The Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light expresses its gratitude to the organisers, scholars, and participants of the forum for providing a platform to discuss these vital topics and to promote awareness of the challenges faced by religious minorities around the world.