How do I attend?
In-person attendance is sold out. The Forum will be available by live stream — the link will be posted on this site. For questions, contact [email protected].
When and where is the Forum?
Thursday and Friday, July 16–17, 2026, beginning at 9:00 AM each morning. Day One is at the Museum of the Bible; Day Two is at 216 Hart Senate Office Building on Capitol Hill. See Venue & Travel.
When is the Awards Dinner?
The America 250 IRF Awards Dinner is on the evening of Thursday, July 16, at the Museum of the Bible, with a reception beginning at 5:45 PM. Sponsored by the John Templeton Foundation. See the Awards Dinner page.
Do I need anything special to attend Day Two on Capitol Hill?
Day Two is held in a Senate office building. Please bring a government-issued photo ID and allow extra time for security screening at the entrance.
Who convenes the Forum?
The Forum is convened by IRF Secretariat with convening partners the Alliance of Virtue and the Good Faith Partnership, together with regional and national co-conveners and the Convening Coalition. See the convening architecture.
What is the Civil Society Collaborative?
The Civil Society Collaborative for Religious Freedom, Peace & Prosperity — launching on Day Two — is an innovation ecosystem for the religious freedom movement. Through Joint Planning & Development Committees, it develops strategies that guide Shared Initiatives, translating principles and declarations into multi-faith collaborations in the public square. All faith communities, civil society organizations, academic institutions, corporations, and philanthropies are invited to opt in.
How can I support the Forum?
Founding-supporter gifts sustain the expansion of the IRF Roundtable and launch the Civil Society Collaborative and its Shared Initiatives. See Support or contact [email protected].