Australian Faith Leaders Call for Release of 95-Year-Old Religious Leader in South Korea
Global advocacy regarding religious freedom and human rights in South Korea has expanded to Oceania. On August 1, 2026, faith leaders, Christian ministers, and peace advocates gathered in Brisbane, Australia, for the Declaration of Religious Freedom & World Peace Conference . Organized by local religious communities, the conference provided a collaborative platform to address the ongoing pretrial detention of 95-year-old Chairman Lee Man-hee of Shincheonji Church of Jesus, highlighting its broader implications for freedom of belief and procedural fairness under democratic rule. Key Points Raised at the Brisbane Conference During the two-hour event, attendees examined the legal and humanitarian aspects surrounding Chairman Lee's detention on charges related to South Korea's Political Parties Act—allegations that the church continues to refute, emphasizing that members participated in political life as independent citizens. Key perspectives shared by Australian religious lead...
