Human Rights Archives - The Rising Sartups

Detention of a 95-Year-Old Religious Leader Damages Korea’s Reputation: European Scholars of Religion Call for the Release of Chairman Lee Man-hee 0
- Education
- July 10, 2026
Concerns Raised at European Academy of Religion’s International Conference Held in Rome—Strong Appeals Over Violation of International Law. European scholars of religion are making strong appeals to the South Korean government to release Lee Man-hee, the 95-year-old Chairman of Shincheonji Church, who remains in detention. Chairman Lee was detained on 24 June on charges including
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Religious Freedom Violation and Intolerance Spark International Controversy 0
- Event
- November 4, 2024
South Korean local government cancels international event with 30,000 participants from 78 countries, causing international damage On October 29th, an administrative decision by a South Korean government agency sparked international controversy, raising concerns about religious freedom and causing substantial financial loss. The “Religious Leaders Forum and Graduation Ceremony,” a joint initiative by two prominent religious
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