11/07/2025 08:30
- 10:45
HALL: Seminar Room 02
Proponent:
Vimercati B.
Chair:
Vimercati B.
Speaker:
Arconzo G.,
Gennusa M.E.,
Leone S.,
Osti A.,
Ragone G.,
Skrebo E.,
Zicchittu P.
This panel explores the transformation of religious freedom in the context of constitutional challenges in the third millennium, focusing on key issues that shape the evolving relationship between individual rights, societal interests, and legal frameworks.
A central theme is the tension between personal ethical-religious beliefs and legal obligations in healthcare. This includes the question of whether religious convictions can justify refusing mandatory medical treatments aimed at protecting public health, as well as the issue of conscientious objection in medical practices. Another essential aspect is the concept of reasonable accommodation, which reflects the constitutional challenge of reconciling religious diversity within legal systems that aim to balance individual freedoms and collective norms.
The advent of the algorithmic era also plays a crucial role, introducing new legal questions about the accommodation of religious rights in a technologically mediated world. While technology can exacerbate existing inequalities, it necessitates a rethinking of legal frameworks to address these new challenges and ensure the protection of religious freedoms in the digital age.
At the European level, the evolving role of religion in public order is central to understanding the constitutional challenges of the third millennium. As the European Union grapples with balancing religious freedoms and state neutrality, policies that limit religious expression—such as bans on religious symbols—pose significant questions. The challenge is to accommodate religious diversity without undermining public order or secular principles while maintaining the EU's commitment to pluralism.
Together, these themes are essential to understanding the transformation of religious freedom within constitutional law. They highlight the need for legal systems to adapt to protect religious rights while addressing the complexities of pluralism, technological advancements, and evolving social norms.