Faith-Inspired Insights Global Action
The G20 Interfaith Forum Association (IF20) mobilizes religious wisdom, scholarly expertise, and global networks to shape solutions for today’s most urgent public policy challenges.
Who we are
Bringing Faith Communities Together for the Common Good
IF20 exists to ensure faith-informed perspectives have a meaningful place in global policymaking. Our work centers on our core commitments:
Shaping Faith-Inspired Policy
Policy guidance grounded in generations of moral reasoning and lived, real-world experience.
Leaving No One Behind
Advancing dignity, shared humanity, and care for the world’s most vulnerable through practical action.
Connecting Global Networks
Connecting religious, academic, civil, and government leaders to address urgent global policy challenges.
Advancing Religious Liberty
Advancing freedom of belief as a foundation for human dignity and good governance.
What we do
Where Dialogue Leads to Action
Each year, IF20 aligns its work with the priorities of the G20 host country. Through rigorous research, open dialogue, and global collaboration, we translate faith-informed perspectives into practical policy options and solutions, shared with global decision-makers.
Annual Policy Cycle
A structured, year-long process, from calls for proposals to delivery of recommendations.
Global Convenings & Communication
Forums and digital engagement that connect leaders and amplify solutions worldwide.
Resource Hub
Explore Research, Policy Papers, and Faith-Informed Insights
Our publications include academic articles, policy briefs, and solution spotlights that support scholars, practitioners, and leaders seeking credible, faith-informed analysis on G20-related issues.
The Role of Religion in the Ukraine-Russia Conflict
October 20, 2025 • 2:00 PM EDT
The Role of Religion in the Ukraine-Russia Conflict
October 20, 2025 • 2:00 PM EDT
The Role of Religion in the Ukraine-Russia Conflict
October 20, 2025 • 2:00 PM EDT
Our Work at a Glance
Each year, our programs convene global leaders, faith communities, and scholars to drive meaningful dialogue and practical solutions worldwide.
in-person participants
countries represented
religious traditions represented
of global GDP represented
Measuring Impact
From Research to Real-World Change
From research to recommendations.
IF20 measures academic and policy impact by the quality, relevance, and reach of its research and proposals. Each year, we publish peer-informed academic papers and policy briefs aligned with G20 priorities and track citations, uptake, and delivery to G20 host governments. Success is measured by whether IF20 insights contribute meaningfully to policy debates and offer credible, actionable options to decision-makers.
From convening to connection.
Our convenings are evaluated by who they bring together and what results from those connections. We measure diversity of participation across regions, faith traditions, age, and gender, as well as participant satisfaction and reported growth in knowledge and collaboration. Impact is demonstrated when IF20 forums strengthen lasting partnerships and help carry policy recommendations forward beyond the event itself.
From expertise to broader influence.
IF20 tracks how effectively its work reaches both expert and public audiences through livestreams, media coverage, digital engagement, and open-access archives. We measure growth in viewership, media mentions, and public interest in faith-informed policy perspectives. Success means expanding understanding of how religious communities contribute to solutions for global challenges.
Annual Forum
Engaging the 2026 G20 in the United States
As the G20 convenes in the United States, IF20 contributes values-informed perspectives to policy conversations shaping global priorities. Through dialogue, research, and collaboration, the Annual Forum connects shared values with practical solutions to today’s most pressing challenges.
Supporting U.S. G20 Leadership
Values-informed perspectives aligned with U.S. priorities help inform and strengthen global policy discussions.
Translating Values Into Action
Collaborative insights are shared as clear, practical recommendations throughout the G20 cycle.