LIVE NOW: International Religious Freedom 2026 Summit Features Sam Brownback, Katrina Lantos Swett on Day 2 The International Religious Freedom (IRF) Summit 2026 is taking place in Washington D.C. from February 1st to 3rd. A plenary session on February 2nd will feature a panel titled ‘How Religious Freedom Impacts Global Security.’ This discussion will examine the strategic importance of funding programs that support religious freedom worldwide, highlighting their role in achieving lasting peace and sustainable development.

• The IRF Summit 2026 is scheduled for February 1-3 in Washington D.C.
• A key plenary session on February 2nd will focus on the impact of religious freedom on global security.
• The panel will explore the strategic value of funding initiatives that support religious freedom globally.
• The discussion emphasizes the link between religious freedom support, long-term peace, and sustainable development.
• Panelists include Sheikh Al-Mahfoudh Bin Bayyah, Michael Rigas, and Peter Roskam.
• Kristen Rasmussen will moderate the panel.