IGE's Structure
In our efforts to promote religious freedom it is imperative to operate at the intersection of thoughts and deeds. Words without action are worthless; action without thought is dangerous. Each must hone the other. Accordingly, IGE combines theory with praxis, thinking with doing.
IGE's three centers catalyze thought and action, promoting a practical and sustainable religious freedom that serves state and society worldwide.
The Center for Relational Diplomacy
Under the direction of IGE President, Dr. Chris Seiple, the Center for Relational Diplomacy (CRD) works in Central, South, and East Asia, as well as Africa and the Middle East. IGE's relational diplomacy is grounded in a commitment to first study, listen to, and understand the local context and then engage it. It seeks to create partnerships and practical agreements between governmental and religious communities that promote a culturally owned and legally protected religious freedom which contributes to social and political stability.
The Center on Faith & International Affairs
Led by IGE Vice-President for Research and Publications, Dr. Dennis Hoover, the Center on Faith & International Affairs (CFIA) equips scholars and practitioners of international affairs with the tools necessary to understand religion's impact on the world today. The Center publishes a groundbreaking quarterly journal, The Review of Faith & International Affairs (also available online at www.rfiaonline.org), and books, monographs, policy papers, and online resources such as its collection of course syllabi. CFIA also sponsors conferences, lectures, research projects, and fellowships.
The Center for Global Education
Directed by IGE COO, Dr. Paul Manuel, the Center for Global Education (CGE) prepares current and emerging leaders to engage global affairs in ways that promote sustainable environments for religious freedom. Currently CGE programs include its annual Global Leadership Forum, a website for Christian global education (www.globalchristian.org), undergraduate internships, and graduate fellowships. Forthcoming programs will include a Master of Science in Global Engagement degree program, offered in partnership with the Dawson Institute of Church-State Studies at Baylor University.