Research & Advocacy
This section brings together resources from our research and advocacy work.
World Watch Research (WWR) is the research department of Open Doors International.
Alongside this research, advocacy resources reflect Open Doors' work translating research findings and field realities into practical policy engagement.
Advocacy Resources
Open Doors’ vision for advocacy work is protection of individuals and promotion of Freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) for all as defined in Article 18 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This covers both private belief and public practice. Our advocacy also covers social and economic rights to ensure that Christian communities stay strong in their faith in the face of persecution and discrimination.
Research Resources
Discover findings from World Watch Research (WWR), Open Doors’ dedicated research department. Access in-depth analysis and reports tracking religious freedom and the realities faced by persecuted Christians worldwide.
WWL Facts, Figures & Methodology
Detailed information about WWL methodology, country scores and ranks in recent years, along with supporting articles.
Reports
Non-WWL reports - including the topics of Gender, Children, and Refugee Specific Religious Persecution