Auburn Seminary Auburn equips leaders with the organizational skills and spiritual resilience required to create lasting, positive impact in local communities, on the national stage, and around the world.
Faith in Public Life Faith in Public Life is a national movement of clergy and faith leaders united in the prophetic pursuit of justice, equality, and the common good.
NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice NETWORK works to create a society that promotes justice and the dignity of all in the shared abundance of God’s creation.
Bend the Arc: Jewish Action Bend the Arc: Jewish Action is a movement of progressive Jews across the country who are fighting for justice and equality for all.
Sojourners Sojourners articulates the biblical call to social justice to inspire hope and build a movement to transform individuals, communities, the church, and the world.
Muslim Advocates Muslim Advocates works in the courts, the policymaking process, and the public dialogue so American Muslims and all people can live free from discrimination.
Sikh Coalition Through the community, courtrooms, classrooms, and Congress, the Sikh Coalition works to protect the constitutional right to practice your faith without fear.
Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism The Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism works to educate, inspire, and mobilize the Reform Jewish community to advocate for social justice.
Poor People’s Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival The Poor People’s Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival is building a moral fusion movement to address interlocking injustices.
Faith in Action This national community organizing network gives people of faith the tools that they need to fight for justice and work toward a more equitable society.
Americans United for Separation of Church and State Americans United for Separation of Church and State advances the separation of religion and government as the only way to ensure freedom of religion.
Interfaith Alliance Interfaith Alliance is the only national interfaith organization dedicated to protecting the integrity of both religion and democracy in America.
The Law, Rights, and Religion Project at Columbia Law School This project is a law and policy think tank based at Columbia Law School that promotes social justice, freedom of religion, and religious plurality.
National Council of Jewish Women The National Council of Jewish Women is a grassroots organization of volunteers and advocates who turn progressive ideals into action.
Emgage Emgage educates, engages, and empowers Muslim American communities through educational events, voter initiatives, and leadership development.
Church World Service This faith-based organization transforms communities around the globe through just and sustainable responses to hunger, poverty, displacement, and disaster.
Friends Committee on National Legislation The Friends Committee on National Legislation lobbies Congress and the administration to advance peace, justice, and environmental stewardship.
Catholics for Choice Catholics for Choice is a nonprofit organization that lifts up the voices of the majority of Catholics who believe in reproductive freedom.
Interfaith Power & Light Interfaith Power & Light inspires and mobilizes people of faith and conscience to take bold and just action on climate change.
Islamic Relief USA Islamic Relief USA provides relief and development and works to empower individuals in their communities and give them a voice in the world.
Sadhana: Coalition of Progressive Hindus Sadhana empowers Hindu American communities to live out the values of their faith through service, community transformation, and targeted advocacy work.
American Atheists American Atheists fights for religious equality for all Americans by protecting the wall of separation between state and church created by the First Amendment.
Washington Interfaith Staff Community This network includes more than 70 Washington offices of national religious bodies and faith-based organizations. CAP is a cooperating agency.
Faith for Equality The Faith for Equality coalition comprises more than 120 organizations working to advance the dignity of LGBTQ people.
Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice The Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice brings the moral force of religion to protect and advance reproductive health, choice, rights, and justice.
Faiths United to Prevent Gun Violence Faiths United to Prevent Gun Violence is a coalition of more than 50 faith-based organizations that together represent tens of millions of religious Americans.
Faithful Democracy Faithful Democracy is a coalition of congregations, faith-based organizations, and religious leaders with a shared concern about the state of our democracy.
The Religious Equality and Liberty Coalition The Religious Equality and Liberty Coalition brings together policy advocates across multiple progressive justice movements to advance religious liberty.
Christian Nationalism Is ‘Single Biggest Threat’ to America’s Religious Freedom ArticleApr 13, 2022 Christian Nationalism Is ‘Single Biggest Threat’ to America’s Religious Freedom Apr 13, 2022 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi
22 Faith Leaders To Watch in 2022 ArticleMar 31, 2022 22 Faith Leaders To Watch in 2022 Mar 31, 2022 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi
7 Ways the Biden Administration Advanced Religious Liberty During Its First Year ReportFeb 25, 2022 7 Ways the Biden Administration Advanced Religious Liberty During Its First Year Feb 25, 2022 Maggie Siddiqi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Lucía Falcón Palomar
Abortion, Justice, and Religion ArticleFeb 17, 2022 Abortion, Justice, and Religion Feb 17, 2022 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
Christian Nationalism Is ‘Single Biggest Threat’ to America’s Religious Freedom ArticleApr 13, 2022 Christian Nationalism Is ‘Single Biggest Threat’ to America’s Religious Freedom Religious freedom expert Amanda Tyler, of the Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty, discusses the latest court cases and trends in religious freedom. Apr 13, 2022 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi
22 Faith Leaders To Watch in 2022 ArticleMar 31, 2022 22 Faith Leaders To Watch in 2022 There’s been no shortage of faith-based advocacy during the first year of the Biden administration. Mar 31, 2022 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi
A Look Back on the Biden Administration’s First Year on Religious Liberty Past EventFeb 25, 2022 A Look Back on the Biden Administration’s First Year on Religious Liberty Please join the Center for American Progress for a discussion of the Biden administration's efforts to protect the rights and safety of religious minorities and the nonreligious, here and around the world, and to safeguard the nation’s separation of church and state. Feb 25, 2022
7 Ways the Biden Administration Advanced Religious Liberty During Its First Year ReportFeb 25, 2022 7 Ways the Biden Administration Advanced Religious Liberty During Its First Year At home and abroad, the Biden administration is restoring a commitment to religious liberty for all. Feb 25, 2022 Maggie Siddiqi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Lucía Falcón Palomar
Abortion, Justice, and Religion ArticleFeb 17, 2022 Abortion, Justice, and Religion Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg of the National Council of Jewish Women shares her thoughts on Dobbs v. Jackson and the fight for abortion rights. Feb 17, 2022 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
A Tennessee couple’s struggle to adopt shows religious freedom is under siege in America In the NewsFeb 15, 2022 A Tennessee couple’s struggle to adopt shows religious freedom is under siege in America Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons and Maggie Siddiqi discuss how the case of a Tennessee couple reveals how religious freedom is misused to discriminate against religious minorities. Feb 15, 2022 CNN Opinion Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi
Christians Have a Role To Play in Defending U.S. Democracy ArticleJan 5, 2022 Christians Have a Role To Play in Defending U.S. Democracy CAP interviews one of the country’s most influential Christian leaders, the Rev. Adam Russell Taylor, to learn more about Christian political engagement at this moment in history. Jan 5, 2022 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
Covid vaccine and mask mandates expose alt-right Christian hypocrisy In the NewsDec 26, 2021 Covid vaccine and mask mandates expose alt-right Christian hypocrisy Maggie Siddiqi explains why in the face of a deadly pandemic, religion must not be used as an excuse to avoid lifesaving vaccination and mask requirements. Dec 26, 2021 NBC News Maggie Siddiqi
The Pro-Democracy Faith Movement Past EventDec 15, 2021 The Pro-Democracy Faith Movement Join us on December 15 to hear from prominent faith leaders about America’s pro-democracy faith movement. They will share their vision for what it takes to build a more inclusive democracy based on their wisdom traditions rooted in hope, resilience, and systemic transformation. Dec 15, 2021
The Pro-Democracy Faith Movement VideoDec 13, 2021 The Pro-Democracy Faith Movement Prominent religious leaders reflect on the meaning of democracy. Dec 13, 2021 Maggie Siddiqi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Meghan Miller, 3 More Chris Daileader, Jasmine Hardy, Hai-Lam Phan
Religious Organizations Are Integral to the Fight Against Gun Violence ReportDec 7, 2021 Religious Organizations Are Integral to the Fight Against Gun Violence Religious organizations and people of faith across the country are working to heal their communities and prevent gun violence through support for broader reforms. Dec 7, 2021 Maggie Siddiqi, Benjamin Fleisher
Maine Provides Leadership on Religion and Vaccines ArticleNov 22, 2021 Maine Provides Leadership on Religion and Vaccines The Rev. Jane Field of the Maine Council of Churches shares her thoughts on Maine’s approach to containing COVID-19, as well as the response from religious communities in the state. Nov 22, 2021 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
The Build Back Better Act Will Allow Parents To Choose Faith-Based Child Care and Pre-K ArticleNov 18, 2021 The Build Back Better Act Will Allow Parents To Choose Faith-Based Child Care and Pre-K Despite claims to the contrary, the Build Back Better Act envisions an important role for faith-based child care providers. Nov 18, 2021 Rasheed Malik
GOP Senator Rand Paul’s religious litmus test for public service should alarm us all In the NewsNov 2, 2021 GOP Senator Rand Paul’s religious litmus test for public service should alarm us all Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmon denounces Sen. Rand Paul's baseless opposition to Dilawar Syed’s nomination to serve as deputy administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration. Nov 2, 2021 Louisville Courier-Journal Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
Biden-Pope Francis visit couldn’t come at a better time In the NewsOct 28, 2021 Biden-Pope Francis visit couldn’t come at a better time Authors Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons and Maggie Siddiqi discuss why President Joe Biden's meeting with Pope Francis at the Vatican is an important opportunity for the two leaders and a chance for Biden, in particular, to refocus on what drives his administration. Oct 28, 2021 NBC News Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi
The Christian case for Biden’s plan to raise taxes on America’s rich In the NewsSep 24, 2021 The Christian case for Biden’s plan to raise taxes on America’s rich Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons writes about why taxing the rich reflects Christian ethics. Sep 24, 2021 NBC News Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
Personal Reflections on the 20th Anniversary of 9/11 ArticleSep 10, 2021 Personal Reflections on the 20th Anniversary of 9/11 Staff and fellows at the Center for American Progress share how 9/11 changed their lives. Sep 10, 2021 Center for American Progress staff and fellows
Covid mask and vaccination mandates aren’t Christian persecution In the NewsAug 31, 2021 Covid mask and vaccination mandates aren’t Christian persecution Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons writes about the responsibility that world religions have to support mask and vaccine mandates. Aug 31, 2021 NBC News Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
Religious Americans Demand Climate Action ReportJul 21, 2021 Religious Americans Demand Climate Action Faith groups across the board are advocating for climate justice, including through the investments in the bipartisan infrastructure framework and reconciliation packages. Jul 21, 2021 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi
How an upcoming Supreme Court decision on ‘religious freedom’ could undermine religious freedom In the NewsMay 20, 2021 How an upcoming Supreme Court decision on ‘religious freedom’ could undermine religious freedom Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons and David Key urge communities of faith to pay attention to the upcoming U.S. Supreme Court decision in Fulton v. City of Philadelphia and its potential implications for religious freedom. May 20, 2021 Baptist News Global Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, David Key
21 Faith Leaders To Watch in 2021 ArticleMay 20, 2021 21 Faith Leaders To Watch in 2021 From climate change to gun violence to civil rights, religious leaders are having a positive impact on all areas of American public life. May 20, 2021 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi
Faith Leaders Highlight How the American Jobs Plan Invests in U.S. Communities ArticleMay 7, 2021 Faith Leaders Highlight How the American Jobs Plan Invests in U.S. Communities Religious groups welcome the Biden administration’s $2 trillion investment in a stronger, more resilient, and more just U.S. economy. May 7, 2021 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi
Religious Groups Rally for the American Rescue Plan ArticleMar 4, 2021 Religious Groups Rally for the American Rescue Plan Faith-based organizations have a long history of fighting for economic justice. Mar 4, 2021 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
Conservatives opposing the Equality Act don’t speak for most people of faith, and they know it In the NewsFeb 26, 2021 Conservatives opposing the Equality Act don’t speak for most people of faith, and they know it Author Guthrie Grave-Fitzsimmons examines the opposition to the Equality Act by members of the religious right and argues that they do not speak for the broader religious community, which overwhelmingly supports LGBTQ nondiscrimination protections. Feb 26, 2021 NBC News Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
The Pro-Democracy Faith Movement ReportFeb 18, 2021 The Pro-Democracy Faith Movement CAP brought together diverse religious leaders to explore the values underpinning the faith community’s support of democracy. Feb 18, 2021 Maggie Siddiqi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Carol Lautier
Trump fueled conservative Christian power. But with Biden and Warnock, that can change. In the NewsJan 25, 2021 Trump fueled conservative Christian power. But with Biden and Warnock, that can change. Guthrie Graves-Ftzsimmons and Maggie Siddiqi write about what the deep-rooted faith of Sen. Raphael Warnock and President Joe Biden means for the rising coalition of religious progressives. Jan 25, 2021 NBC News Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi
Advancing religious freedom abroad starts at home In the NewsJan 15, 2021 Advancing religious freedom abroad starts at home Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons and Maggie Siddiqi explain how the new administration can restore U.S. credibility in calling for religious freedom abroad. Jan 15, 2021 Religion News Service Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi
Covid-19 vaccines are an answered prayer for all faiths In the NewsJan 1, 2021 Covid-19 vaccines are an answered prayer for all faiths Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons urges people of faith to view vaccines as a welcome solution to COVID-19 and emphasizes these communities' important role in ending the pandemic. Jan 1, 2021 CNN Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
How Religion and LGBTQ Rights Intersect in Media Coverage ReportDec 21, 2020 How Religion and LGBTQ Rights Intersect in Media Coverage A study of recent news articles across national and local media outlets reveals that media coverage of LGBTQ rights more often cites religiously identified sources who oppose LGBTQ equality than those who support it. Dec 21, 2020 Rucha Modi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi, 1 More Rasheed Malik
Recommendations for the Biden Administration on Engaging With Religious Communities ReportNov 13, 2020 Recommendations for the Biden Administration on Engaging With Religious Communities Working with diverse religious communities will be key as the Biden administration seeks to advance progressive public policy priorities and true religious liberty. Nov 13, 2020 Maggie Siddiqi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Joshua Russell
Will my marriage survive? It’s up to the Supreme Court In the NewsOct 23, 2020 Will my marriage survive? It’s up to the Supreme Court Author Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons explains how his ability to be legally married to his husband could be jeopardized if the U.S. Supreme Court were to turn back the clock on equality. Oct 23, 2020 The Courier-Journal Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
4 Ways Religious Communities Can Ensure a Safe and Fair Election VideoSep 23, 2020 4 Ways Religious Communities Can Ensure a Safe and Fair Election This video from faith leaders explains four concrete, nonpartisan ways that religious communities can support the 2020 election. Sep 23, 2020 Maggie Siddiqi, Danielle Root, William Roberts, 2 More Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Kurt Mueller
How the Trump Administration Has Harmed Faith Communities ReportSep 21, 2020 How the Trump Administration Has Harmed Faith Communities People of faith have suffered under the Trump administration’s attacks on civil rights, religious freedom, and health and economic well-being. Sep 21, 2020 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi, Samantha Behar
Faith Leaders To Watch in 2020 ArticleAug 12, 2020 Faith Leaders To Watch in 2020 Each of these leaders is working to ensure that their faith communities participate in U.S. democracy. Aug 12, 2020 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maggie Siddiqi
17 FAQs for Houses of Worship Considering Reopening Amid the Coronavirus Crisis ArticleJun 18, 2020 17 FAQs for Houses of Worship Considering Reopening Amid the Coronavirus Crisis Faith communities must safely reopen houses of worship based on evidence—not politics. Jun 18, 2020 Maggie Siddiqi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Maura Calsyn, 2 More Thomas Waldrop, Samantha Behar
The CAP Faith Team’s Coronavirus Resources ArticleMay 22, 2020 The CAP Faith Team’s Coronavirus Resources Here are some of the Faith and Progressive Policy Initiative's coronavirus-related resources. May 22, 2020 Maggie Siddiqi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
Connecting the Dots: How the Trump Administration Misuses Religious Freedom To Create a License To Discriminate VideoMay 19, 2020 Connecting the Dots: How the Trump Administration Misuses Religious Freedom To Create a License To Discriminate This video examines how the Trump administration is expanding religious exemptions in an attempt to gut civil rights protections and codify discrimination against people of minority faiths, women, and people who are LGBTQ. May 19, 2020 Maggie Siddiqi, Kurt Mueller, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, 1 More Sharita Gruberg
Distorting religious freedom will put people in danger In the NewsMay 14, 2020 Distorting religious freedom will put people in danger Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons writes about the dangers of distorting religious freedom during the coronavirus pandemic. May 14, 2020 CNN Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
The Plan for Reopening Houses of Worship After the Coronavirus Crisis ArticleMay 6, 2020 The Plan for Reopening Houses of Worship After the Coronavirus Crisis Policymakers must follow evidence-based public health guidance and reject the misuse of religious freedom. May 6, 2020 Maggie Siddiqi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
Religious Exemptions During the Coronavirus Pandemic Will Only Worsen the Crisis ArticleMar 27, 2020 Religious Exemptions During the Coronavirus Pandemic Will Only Worsen the Crisis Government officials must prohibit houses of worship from remaining open to large gatherings. Mar 27, 2020 Maggie Siddiqi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Eva Gonzalez
The faithful response to coronavirus: protect one another In the NewsMar 17, 2020 The faithful response to coronavirus: protect one another Maggie Siddiqi and Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons discuss how communities and people of faith are responding to the coronavirus outbreak. Mar 17, 2020 CNN Maggie Siddiqi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
Why one Muslim Leader was Inspired by a Meeting on Judaism and American Democracy In the NewsMar 16, 2020 Why one Muslim Leader was Inspired by a Meeting on Judaism and American Democracy Maggie Siddiqi writes about how she has been inspired by the Jewish community's approach to civic engagement. Mar 16, 2020 eJewish Philanthropy Maggie Siddiqi
12 Questions From Faith Leaders for Presidential Candidates ArticleMar 12, 2020 12 Questions From Faith Leaders for Presidential Candidates Progressive faith leaders want the next debate to cover topics that range from racism and bigotry to climate change and income inequality. Mar 12, 2020 Maggie Siddiqi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
Pete Buttigieg’s candidacy meant a lot to LGBTQ Christians like me In the NewsMar 3, 2020 Pete Buttigieg’s candidacy meant a lot to LGBTQ Christians like me Author Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons reflects on Pete Buttigieg's historic candidacy for the Democratic nomination, noting that his vocal embrace of religion helped undermine the false notion that faith and LGBTQ identity are in conflict. Mar 3, 2020 Vox Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
No conflict between true religious liberty and LGBTQ rights In the NewsFeb 27, 2020 No conflict between true religious liberty and LGBTQ rights Author Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons explains how the Trump administration has misused religious liberty to undermine protections for LGBTQ people. Feb 27, 2020 The Hill Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
The prayers President Trump isn’t hearing In the NewsFeb 6, 2020 The prayers President Trump isn’t hearing Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons explains how President Trump's remarks at the National Prayer Breakfast catered to only a small subset of religious Americans. Feb 6, 2020 CNN Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
Trump’s new HHS rule will harm far more people than you realize In the NewsNov 14, 2019 Trump’s new HHS rule will harm far more people than you realize Maggie Siddiqi writes about the harm possible under a new rule proposed by the Department of Health and Human Services. Nov 14, 2019 Religion News Service Maggie Siddiqi
9 LGBTQ Faith Leaders to Watch in 2019 ArticleSep 9, 2019 9 LGBTQ Faith Leaders to Watch in 2019 These nine LGBTQ faith leaders work to resist injustice and articulate a moral vision for the United States. Sep 9, 2019 Emily London, Maggie Siddiqi, Luke Wallis