18 June 2026 · Justice and righteousness
Kurdish Christians often remain invisible: far away and rarely in the news. We believe their story needs to be heard, in The Hague too. That is why, on 31 March 2026, Rozia Foundation submitted a briefing note for the debate in the Dutch House of Representatives on the persecution of Christians worldwide.
Our briefing note for the debate
In our briefing note we described the situation of Kurdish Christians in Syria, Iraq and Iran. We drew on reliable sources, such as the Open Doors World Watch List, and on what we hear directly from the community itself.
Protection of people who change their faith: adopted unanimously
Religious freedom in the new Syrian constitution: adopted
Two motions adopted
On 7 April 2026 the Dutch House of Representatives voted on the motions. The first, on the protection of people who change their faith, received the support of all parties (150–0). The second, on religious freedom in the new Syrian constitution, was adopted with 131 votes in favour and 19 against.
The House made its own decision on these motions; Rozia Foundation submitted the briefing note. Behind these issues are people who want to live in freedom. Standing up for their rights is part of what we do, alongside sharing a message of hope and providing practical help to affected families.
For more background, see our page Kurdish Christians: facts and background.