Elder Villar champions religious freedom at Peru's first symposium
August 11, 2026 at 7:17 PM MT · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting
Elder José L. Alonso Villar participated in Peru's first-ever symposium on religious freedom, calling religious liberty "a fundamental human right," according to Church News. The event, held in Lima, brought together government officials, faith leaders, and academics to discuss religious freedom protections and challenges in the region.
Elder Villar's participation underscores the Church's ongoing engagement with religious freedom advocacy across Latin America, where diverse faith communities continue to navigate questions of legal recognition and constitutional protections. Read the full story at Church News.
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