Panel: THE TRANSFORMATIONS OF BILATERALITY IN THE REGULATION OF STATE/CHURCH RELATIONS



836.2 - THE WIDESPREAD BILATERALISM: COMPARING DIFFERENT MODELS

AUTHORS:
Ingoglia A. (University of Palermo ~ Palermo ~ Italy) , Pappalardo D. (University of Palermo ~ Palermo ~ Italy)
Text:
In recent years, Europe has witnessed a transformation in the traditional modus operandi of public administrations with responsibilities in ecclesiastical matters, moving towards a system based on the direct involvement of religious groups in the decisions that affect them. Although the adoption of this system is relatively recent, it has significantly extended its appeal beyond the original European borders, ultimately attracting the attention of various non-European legal systems. These systems have been prompted to redefine the operational methods of their administrative bodies and organs, encouraging a broader application of the principles of participation and active involvement of religious representatives as exponential instances of social formations, well beyond traditional conventional frameworks.