La Laïcité en Mouvement
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Cette page propose une base de données d'articles de presse en langue française et en langue anglaise sur la laïcité à partir de janvier 2023. Les utilisateurs peuvent effectuer une recherche par date, par pays d'origine ou par sujet. Une sélection d’histoires est présentée en haut de la page.
January 14, 2023
By Toronto Star
This article discusses the support for Bill 96 and the debates surrounding the new bill.
2 Mai 2023
Cet article décrie la décision du gouvernement du Québec d’interdire les salles de prière dans les écoles.
La Croix
March 3, 2023
Bill 96 in Quebec is causing challenges for English CEGEPs. New language requirements for administration and programs have raised concerns about negative impacts on education and English-speaking students. According to many critics, it neglects the inclusivity of English speaking communities.
By CBC News
24 April 2023
According to the Montreal Gazette, a civil liberties group has stated that Quebec schools have the legal right to permit students to pray. This comes after a recent incident where a school in the province was criticized for allowing Muslim students to pray during school hours. The group argues that schools have the responsibility to accommodate students' religious beliefs and practices, as long as they do not disrupt the learning environment.
Montreal Gazette
10 May 2023
This article is important because it demonstrates the progression of secularism and how after Bill 21, Bill 23 is being debated in Quebec.
Montreal Gazette
1 September 2023
This article examines the enforcement of the abaya ban in schools enstated by The President of France Emmanuel Macron. The abaya ban will prohibit long robes in schools.
By France24
13 October 2023
This article describes the societal and political concerns of English-speaking Quebecers. The Parti Québécois’ momentum on the French language law and other education-reform legislation such as Bill 23 remains contested by English-speaking Quebecers.
By Montreal Gazette
13 June 2023
The abaya, an Islamic clothing worn by Muslim women and girls, is now being debated in France as to whether it is or is not religious clothing. This debate is tied to France’s secularism laws which would prevent the abaya from being worn in specific public spaces and schools if it falls under the category of a religious symbol. France’s state secularism continues to center debates on women’s clothing.
By The Local
24 July 2023
This article examines Muslim civil liberties and organizations' advancement to appeal the prayer ban in schools at the Quebec Superior Court, which had previously denied their request to suspend the ban.
By CTV News - Montreal
15 August 2023
This article describes how Quebec nationalism continues to become more prevalent within Quebec society after the implementation of the secularism law and the language law.
By The Hub
17 November 2023
This article describes the fears over Bill 15, a reform on th health system that would limit the access to medical services in French.
By Montreal Gazette
1 December 2023
This article explains the controversy on Bill 15 and the bilingual status of hospitals in Quebec.
By Global News
9 January 2024
French President Emmanuel Macron received criticism after participating in a Jewish ceremony at the Elysée Palace in Paris. President Macron invited Chief Rabbi Haïm Korsia to light the first of eight candles on a Hanukkiah to commence the Jewish Festival of Lights. The celebration occurred at the residence of the President in order to present an award to him for his contributions and efforts against antisemitism. However, some French politicians and citizens condemned the celebration due to the sacred relationship of separating religion and state. By holding a religious ceremony at the presidential palace in France, tensions have risen over the importance of the country's secular traditions.
By BBC
4 February 2024
The Chief of the Kerala unit of the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) recently made a statement claiming that the recently inaugurated Ram Temple in Ayodhya and a proposed mosque in the same city would strengthen India's secularism. The statement has received significant criticism, mainly due to the Indian Union Muslim League's reputation as a vocal supporter of secularism and its principles. This has also sparked debates among politicians and religious groups, with varied opinions on the statement's impact on Indian secularism.
By Hindustan Times
1 March 2024
The court of appeal in Quebec has recently upheld Bill 21, the secularism law that prohibits public sector workers who hold positions of authority from wearing religious symbols while on the job. This verdict has caused anxiety among minority groups, mainly the Muslim and Sikh communities in Quebec. There are concerns that this decision will lead to further discrimination and that the court may have failed to acknowledge the importance of equality, intersectionality, and minority rights. The English Montreal School Board may bring up the issues surrounding Bill 21 and its potential impact on minority groups to the Supreme Court of Canada.
By Global News
1 April 2024
The recent Supreme Court ruling in India upheld the decision to allow Hindu prayers in the southern cellar of the Gyanvapi mosque. The Places of Worship Act mandates upholding secularism as per the Indian constitution. However, the ruling has led to increased tensions between India's Muslim and Hindu communities, with continuing debates on religious practices. This article highlights the ongoing tension between the two communities and emphasizes the need for sensitive approaches to religious practices and beliefs while upholding constitutional mandates of secularism. As India strives to maintain its secular identity, it must find ways to bridge divides and promote inclusivity while respecting the diverse cultural and religious practices of its people.
By Hindustan Times
3 May 2024
The Quebec government is seeking advice from the French government on applying secularism laws in the education system. Education Minister Jean-François Roberge has requested a meeting with the French Minister of the Interior, Gérald Darmanin, to learn from France's "best practices" in applying its stricter secularism law. This request comes after the Coalition Avenir Québec government adopted Bill 52, which renews the use of the notwithstanding clause to shield Bill 21 from court challenges for another five years. Many are concerned about the Quebec government's move to adopt the French government's strategy towards adopting and influencing secular values.
By Montreal Gazette
11 January 2025
The article highlights divisions in France over the discourses related to Islam and secularism since the Charlie Hebdo attack, noting a rift between the Socialist Party and Jean-Luc Mélenchon’s left. It mentions Mélenchon’s eulogy for Charb, emphasizing secular values, following a Republican march in solidarity with Charlie Hebdo.
By Le Monde
19 February 2025
This article states that the French Senate voted 210 to 81 on Tuesday to ban the wearing of signs or attire indicating political or religious affiliations in competitions organized by French sports federations. The bill, which requires approval from the National Assembly to become law, is endorsed by the French government and also prohibits clothing that contradicts French secularism in swimming pools. Junior interior minister Francois-Noel Buffet described the legislation as a measure against separatism.
By France 24
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4 March 2025
This article explains the political and social tensions between Quebec and Canada in light of the contestation of Bill 21. The federal government plans to intervene in the Supreme Court of Canada's leave to appeal Quebec's secular law. The federal government has asserted its vested interest in the case. Justice Canada has filed a notice on behalf of the Attorney General to highlight the government's distinct interest as an intervenor.
By City News
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05 June 2024
In 2024, Tajikistan plans to implement a ban on the Islamic hijab, following an unofficial ban in previous years. The Tajik parliament will also prohibit traditions and celebrations that are in opposition to Tajik culture. This decision has stirred debate within the country and internationally, raising concerns about religious freedom and cultural expression.
By Asia Plus
04 July 2024
Tajikistan's President Emomali Rahmon has introduced initiatives aimed at promoting the preservation of Tajiki culture while also addressing public expressions of religiosity, which includes implementing regulations regarding the wearing of headscarves. These efforts are perceived as part of Rahmon's endeavors to uphold the principles of a secular state. Analysts suggest that these initiatives may be a response to the increasing religious observance in Tajikistan, as indicated by the rising number of individuals attending mosques, engaging in Islamic study groups, and adopting Islamic attire.
By News X
02 August 2024
The debate over displaying religious symbols at the Paris Olympic Games has sparked discussion. It revolves around Sylla, a 26-year-old Olympic athlete who wore a navy blue baseball cap to comply with French laws prohibiting the Islamic headscarf. This decision has generated various opinions, with some seeing it as a form of discrimination against Muslims, while others see it as an effort to uphold the authorities' stance and secular values. The perspectives of human rights advocates and a French lawyer shed light on the ongoing conversation about religious freedom in France despite the secular law.
By U.S News
03 September 2024
In 2023, the State Commission on Religious Affairs in Kyrgyzstan proposed amendments to tighten control over the religious sphere. This move comes in response to growing concerns about the potential influence of religious organizations on political activities. The amendments aim to ban the formation of political parties based on religion and prohibit political organizations from engaging in spiritual activities. This decision was made to maintain the separation of religion and politics and to ensure that the country's political landscape remains secular.
By The Times of Central Asia
06 November 2024
Switzerland is poised to enact a nationwide prohibition on the burqa, effective January 1, 2025, which will impose fines of up to £900 on individuals found in contravention of this regulation. This legislation, commonly designated as the "burqa ban," will be applicable across all Swiss cantons, building upon prior implementations in the regions of St. Gallen and Ticino that were established through local referenda. The national ban was narrowly ratified in a 2021 referendum and has garnered significant criticism from various Muslim organizations. It was introduced by the Swiss People's Party, which has advocated for this contentious measure, highlighting the ongoing debates surrounding cultural integration and religious expression within Swiss society.
By Daily Mail
06 December 2024
Quebec promises new legislation to strengthen secularism in schools, may ban prayer in public spaces
Premier François Legault is poised to introduce new legislation in Quebec focused on reinforcing secularism within educational institutions. On the final day of the parliamentary session, he articulated his commitment to defending Quebec values, explicitly addressing what he termed "Islamists" in a press conference. Legault underscored the significance of fundamental values in Quebec, such as secularism and gender equality, asserting that he intends to advocate for these principles vigorously. Furthermore, he suggested the potential application of the notwithstanding clause to prohibit prayers in public areas, including parks. Although the precise timeline for introducing this legislation has not been specified, the initiative seeks to fortify secular values within the province's educational system and regulate the expression of religious practices in public spaces.
By CityNews
08 October 2024
In Ireland, numerous teachers are contending the impact of religious beliefs on the hiring process in primary schools. This scenario brings to the forefront the challenges teachers face within the education system, with a specific focus on concerns regarding potential discrimination based on religion. The article underscores the intricacies of navigating religious beliefs when pursuing employment as a primary school teacher.
By The Irish Times
04 April 2025
This article explains the competition ban for French Muslim weighlifters who wear the Islamic headscarf. Expanding the French law on the headscarf ban has reinforced fear amongst these religious groups in no longer being able to compete in domestic sports competitions.
By IOL
11 May 2025
The growing influence of secularism in Nepal has reinstated a new secular order. The 2015 Constitution of Nepal highlighted a unique definition of secularism which guarantees religion and cultural freedoms.
By The Diplomat
10 June 2025
The Israeli Education Minister has allocated shekels to Orthodox educational schools without proper supervision creating further tensions among secular Israelis. The Minister has provided shekels with increased control over students, impacting secular students ability to thrive in schools.
By Haaretz
10 August 2025
A Nova Scotia athlete has shown great determination to break stereotypes and religious barriers by competing in sports competitions with wearing her hijab at Canada Summer Games in light of the growing secular tensions.
By CBC News
2 July 2025
The recent controversy over Bill 21 and religious neutrality has arisen in Quebec colleges. The Quebec Ministry of Higher Education conducted a report on the growing tensions among Muslim and Jewish student groups as well as the need for stronger mandates on religious neutrality. The call to end prayer rooms factored as part of the report in order to promote coexistence and religious neutrality.
By The Suburban
24 October 2025
The Quebec government's plan to pass Bill 94 is raising concerns among daycare workers. The Executive Director of the Quebec Association of Early Childhood Centers has expressed that the link between wearing religious symbols and their potential impact on children in daycare is not well understood. There are growing worries about the possibility of low-quality early childhood services as a result of Bill 94.
By CTV News
14 September 2025
A recent ruling by the British Columbia tribunal states that photos of 'unveiled' Muslim women are not classified as intimate images under the Intimate Images Protections Act.
By CTV News
03 November 2025
Quebec tightens secularism laws; bans face coverings and religious symbols for all educational staff
Quebec's secular laws are strengthening. The province has expanded its secular policies by adopting Bill 94, An Act to reinforce laicity in the education network, on October 30. This law bans face coverings and religious symbols for all educational staff. It also ends accommodation for religious holidays for students and school staff in all public schools across the province.
By The Canadian Jewish News
02 December 2025
The United Nations has been asked to investigate the Legault government's proposed Quebec constitution, Bill 1, and the Quebec Constitution Act, 2025. Constitutional lawyers are arguing that it will infringe on the fundamental rights of Quebec citizens. The proposed constitution of the Coalition Avenir Québec has become an emergency issue at the UN.
By Montreal Gazette
15 January 2026
A French parliamentary committee has rejected a bill proposed by the conservative Republican Party that aimed to ban minors from wearing headscarves in public. The debate on the bill took place in the National Assembly on January 22. Supporters of the bill argue that it highlights issues of gender inequality, with some advocating for a partial ban that would specifically apply to girls under the age of 15.
By Anadolu Ajansi
03 February 2026
Quebec minister Drainville is consultating on the province's new secularism bill 9 at the National Assembly. The new secularism bill strengthens secularism in the education system and public services.
By CBC News
07 March 2026
Parents and volunteers throughout Montreal are criticizing Quebec's Bill 94. They argue that expanding secular laws into the education system will put significant strain on students and school staff. Many have expressed concerns about potential exclusion in both English and French school boards.
By Montreal City News
02 April 2026
The Quebec government adoped Bill 9, An Act respecting the reinforcement of laicity in Quebec. This new Bill expands the limits on pulic prayers and extends the ban on wearing religious symbols to daycare workers.
By Radio Canada
11 May 2026
This article highlights how members of Quebec's Muslim community are protesting in front of the Quebec premier's Montreal office to repeal these laws.
By Global News
11 June 2026
The Coalition Avenir Quebec government's Bill 1 will not be passed before the end of the parliamentary session due to time constraints. This bill, introduced by former Quebec Premier François Legault, aims to protect the province's common values of secularism and neutrality. However, it has faced opposition from various First Nations leaders, opposition parties, legal experts, and civil liberties groups.
By CBC News
20 July 2026
A French court has suspended a municipal order banning burkini coverall swimwear on public beaches in the town near Cannes. The court based the suspension on its finding that the ban violated fundamental freedoms. This decision favoured the Human Rights League, which argued that the burkini ban unfairly targeted Muslim women.
By Anadolu Ajansi
8 August 2026
The Supreme Court of Canada decides to hear the Wirring v. Law Society of Alberta in order to determine the constitutionality for prospective lawyers to take an oath in allegiance to the sovereign.
By Yahoo News
13 September 2026
Catholic bishops urged Nigeria's electoral commission and political parties to ensure transparent, credible 2027 elections free of manipulation, praising voter resilience shown during the recent Osun State polls and warning against vote-buying and electoral violence.
By Vanguard
7 Janvier 2023
Cet article examine les difficultés de revenir au Canada français à Québec. Les débats sur les valeurs fondatrices du Canada français sur la religion et la spiritualité en critiquent la Révolution tranquille. La laïcité est considérée comme quelque chose qui va être regretté, selon Gérard Bouchard.
LeDevoir
12 Février 2023
Cet article examine les discours de Justin Trudeau envers le Québec et comment la laïcité n’est pas comprise comme une expression de liberté mais comme discriminatoire.
Le Journal de Québec
17 Mars 2023
Cet article décrit comment le principe de laïcité est de plus en plus contesté au Mali par les associations mulsim
LaCroix
4 Avril 2023
Cet article examine les discours sur la laïcité et le féminisme en France.
Saint-Nazaire Maville
6 Mai 2023
Cet article décrit comment la population malienne est divisée sur le thème de la laïcité et de l’État.
Le Monde
29 Septembre 2023
Cet article examine l'opposition contre le Trudeau government après qu'il a passer des commentaires sur la laïcité.
Le Journal de Québec
31 Octobre 2023
Cet article examine la tension entre l'islamisme et le sport. Selon plusieurs, la loi de la laïcité doit être étendue aux clubs de sport.
L'Est Républic
3 Juin 2023
La position de Bernard Drainville à titre de ministre de l’Éducation du Québec fait l’objet d’un débat entre les politiciens et les enseignants après le lancement de la réforme du projet loi 23. Malgré l’entrée en fonction de Drainville en 2022, les syndicats d’enseignants exigent maintenant la reconnaissance de l’éducation et leur position. Le projet de loi 23 accroît les pouvoirs du ministre et apporte des changements importants à la gouvernance des écoles sans l’apport des enseignants, créant ainsi un nouveau débat au sein du système d’éducation québécois.
Le Devoir
18 Juillet 2023
Cet article examine le conseil de la laïcité de Chambéry et leur consultation sur les questions de là l'icite de diversité et de respect des citoyens.
Le Point
22 Août 2023
Cet article examine le débat sur le plan d'action proposé contre le racisme systémique et la nouvelle addition liée à la religion par le gouvernement Trudeau.
LeDevoir
6 Novembre 2023
Cet article examine comment la laïcité a été abandonnée en Turquie avec le régime Islamique.
Le Figaro
6 Décembre 2023
Cet article examine comment les jeunes entre les âges de 18 à 30 sont plus tolérants en relation avec les signes religieux.
La Croix
5 Janvier 2024
En France, la mise en place de nouveaux imams formés et envoyés par d’autres pays et de leur financement de leur formation à organiser depuis le 1er janvier 2024. Ceux déja dans le pays vont perdre leur statut selong le ministre de l’Intérieur Gérald Darmanin. La théologie médiévale de l'islam, qui n'est pas en accord avec la laïcité, est influencée par les représentants du culte musulman. La France ne peut pas continuer à supporter les frais financiers pour les associations qui gèrent les lieux de culte, y compris les mosquées, en vertu de la loi de la laïcité.
Ouest-France
6 Février 2024
En France, la ministre de l'éducation, Amélie Oudéa-Castéra, a révélé la mise en place d'un nouveau groupe de travail pour traiter de l'application du principe de laïcité dans les établissements privés. Suite à un bilan des atteintes à la laïcité, elle a pris la décision de réagir face à des phénomènes exceptionnels tels que l'interdiction de l'abaya et le qamis. Pour assurer l'application complète et effective du principe de laïcité, l'initiative cible la présidente du Conseil des Sages de la laïcité, Dominique Schnapper.
Sud Ouest
1 Mars 2024
La Cour d’appel du Québec a récemment confirmé la loi 21, qui interdit le port de symboles religieux. Cette décision a été critiquée par divers groupes de la société. Le Conseil national des musulmans et l’Association canadienne des libertés civiles font partie des organisations qui s’opposent à la loi 21 et qui prévoient de faire appel à la Cour suprême du Canada dans l’espoir de renverser la décision. La controverse entourant la décision de la Cour d’appel du Québec a suscité un débat sur les limites de la laïcité et de la liberté de religion au Québec et au Canada.
La Croix
7 Avril 2024
La communauté sikh de Belgique essaye depuis septembre 2023 pour demander reconnaissance de leur religion par l'État. Le mouvement a été organiser par vingt mille sikhs qui veulent obtenir reconnaissance directement par l'État. En Belgique, la religion sikhe n'a quand meme pas été recconnu malgré six autres cultes reconnus. Le progrès des religions comme le catholicism and l'islam donne les sikhs de l'espoir pour avoir meilleure reconnaissance par l'État Belgique.
La Libre
3 Mai 2024
Les enseignants de l’Outaouais protestent et s’opposent à leur syndicat, la Fédération autonome d’éducation (FAE), pour sa décision de contester le projet de loi 21, la loi laïque au Québec. Il y a une résistance organisée parmi les enseignants de l’Outaouais contre l’intention de leur syndicat de contester la validité de la Loi sur la laïcité d’État devant la Cour suprême du Québec. Les enseignants sont critiques, citant le "déficit démocratique" et accusant l’union d'"imposer sa volonté sans consentement."
Le Driot
2 Janvier 2025
Cet article examine le débat sur les espaces de prière publiques liés aux violations prétendument présumées de la Loi sur la laïcité et de la Loi sur l'éducation par l'école primaire Bedford. Le gouvernement enquête 17 écoles québécoises pour des violations prétendument concernant la laïcité et la qualité de l'éducation. Le premier ministre François Legault a soulevé des préoccupations au sujet des influences religieuses dans les écoles et a proposé d'interdire les prières publiques, ce qui a été critiqué comme étant une mesure inefficace pour faire face à tels défis éducatifs.
Le Devoir
19 Février 2025
Cet article examine comment le maire de Montpellier, Michaël Delafosse, envisage de rencontrer les représentants locaux des religions afin de rester respectueux de l’esprit de la loi séperatiste de 1905 et de respecter la laïcité.
La Croix
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16 Mars 2025
La Grande Mosquée de Paris a officiellement exprimé ses critiques à l’égard des propos de Gabriel Attal. Selon les représentants de la mosquée, les propos d’Attal contribueraient à l’intolérance religieuse qui alimente actuellement l’islamophobie en France. La Grande Mosquée de Paris considère ses paroles comme préjudiciables et contre-productives à la promotion de la tolérance religieuse et de la compréhension mutuelle.
Bladi
09 Juin 2024
Le modèle français de laïcité et son évolution différent significativement aux pays africains. La co-construction d’une société pluraliste et solidaire implique que les pays africains intègrent la religion et l’islam ensemble. Les pays africains encouragent une société plus solidaire selon l’auteur et proposent une approche équilibrée de la laïcité qui pourrait être une méthode adoptée par d’autres pays comme la France.
La Croix
03 Juillet 2024
Le Mouvement laïque Québécois a formulé une requête auprès de la Cour suprême du Canada. Suite à son implication en tant que membre du conseil d'administration de l'une des parties demanderesses, le juge Jamal se retire du dossier de la contestation judiciaire de la loi 21.
Le Devoir
06 Août 2024
Le Premier ministre Ousmane Sonko a critiqué le port du voile pour ne pas s’aligner sur les valeurs laïques du Sénégal et son impact sur la société sénégalaise. Tout en reconnaissant les meilleurs élèves du Sénégal, il a déclenché un débat en abordant le port du foulard islamique dans les écoles francophones. Sa réponse à la question d’un élève voilé sur les défis auxquels font face les élèves pour s’adapter au programme scolaire traditionnel a souligné l’importance de l’inclusivité. Cette controverse représente les caractéristiques distinctes de la laïcité sénégalaise telles qu’elles sont décrites dans la constitution, qui présente une perméabilité notable entre le domaine politique et religieux
Le Monde
08 Septembre 2024
L’équipe d’animation pastorale (EAP) de la paroisse Saint-Maur de la source vive a concocté une journée de détente et de prière pour les particuliers afin de découvrir le patrimoine religieux des églises de Dun-sur-Meuse et du Mont-devant-Sassey. La manifestation vise à offrir un environnement paisible et réfléchi aux participants pour explorer l’importance historique et architecturale de ces églises, offrant une occasion unique de se connecter avec le patrimoine religieux de la région.
L'Est Republicain
11 Novembre 2024
Libye : le ministre Trabelsi réfléchit à l’obligation du port du voile pour consolider son consensus
Imad Trabelsi, le ministre de l’Intérieur du gouvernement d’unité nationale libyen à Tripoli, a annoncé son intention de rétablir la "police morale", ce qui soulève des discussions importantes sur l’intersection entre religion et laïcité dans le pays. Ses mesures proposées comprennent l’encouragement des femmes à porter le hijab et la réglementation des interactions sociales entre les hommes et les femmes, reflétant une poussée vers les normes islamiques dans la vie publique. Cette initiative soulève des préoccupations quant à l’érosion potentielle des valeurs et libertés laïques en Libye, suggérant une évolution vers un modèle de gouvernance plus islamique.
Nova News
06 Décembre 2024
Le ministre de l’Éducation, Bernard Drainville, a annoncé vendredi qu’il compte déposer un projet de loi visant à renforcer la laïcité dans les écoles du Québec. Cette initiative vient alors que les parlementaires se préparent pour leur congé des fêtes. Drainville a souligné l’importance des écoles publiques comme milieu laïque où les élèves peuvent apprendre et socialiser sans être soumis à la pression de leurs croyances religieuses. La proposition souligne l’engagement à maintenir le caractère laïque du système d’éducation au Québec.
Le Soleil
13 Octobre 2024
Anne Genetet, la nouvelle Ministre de l'Éducation Nationale a rédigé un rapport sur les atteintes à la laïcité dans les écoles en France. Elle se préoccupe du nombre élevé d'agressions à la laïcité perpétrées dans les écoles, qui dépasse les 800 en un an.
La Croix
19 Avril 2025
Cet article examine la vigile pascale et le baptême en France de plus de 10 000 adultes. L'augementation du baptême en France renforce l'importance de respecter la laïcité.
La Croix
06 Mai 2025
Emmanuel Macron soutient la laïcité et interprète la loi 1905 comme une revendication identitaire, en prétendant la laïciser dans la société. Le Président demande à chacun de devenir des ambassadeurs de la laïcité et de défendre l'unité et la liberté.
BFMTV
07 Juin 2025
Un collège de Nice a décidé de décaler l'épreuve orale du brevet pour l'Aïd. La controverse a commencé lorsque plusieurs personnes ont exprimé leur mécontentement face au fait que le collège ne respecte pas la loi sur la laïcité à l'école.
Nice Matin
07 Juillet 2025
Le gouvernement du Québec se penche sur les mesures prises par les collèges Vanier et Dawson. Une demande a été publié pour analyser les pratiques d'accommodements religieux dans les établissements d'enseignment supérieur. Le rapport d'enquête sur les collèges n'en fait aucune mention sur la question des locaux de prière.
La Presse
18 Août 2025
La piscine municipale de Dieulefit a décidé l'introduire une interdiction sur le port du burkini pour renforcer le respect de la laïcité. L'interdiction a été introduit aprés un usager de la piscine municipale de Dieulefit a partagé des photos avec plusieurs femmes portant le burkini.
La Dauphine
01 Septembre 2025
Le gouvernement Legault envisage l'interdiction de prier en public comme un moyen d'affirmer la laïcité. Les protestataires ont prié devant le campement installé sur le campus de l'Université McGill en 2024. D'après le gouvernement, interdire la prière renforcera les valeurs d'un État démocratique et les valeurs laïques.
Radio Canada
09 Octobre 2025
L'Italie a décidé de bannir le port du voile intégral et de la burqa dans tous les lieux publics, dans le but de combattre le'séparatisme islamique'.
L'Express
11 Novembre 2025
En mars 2026, la Cour suprême du Canada prévoit de s'occuper de la contestation de la Loi 21, la Loi sur la laïcité de l'État du Québec. La décision va être rendue quelques mois avant l'élection provinciale au Québec.
La Presse
04 Décembre 2025
Le crucifix dans l'hôtel de ville de Québec sera retiré d'ici Noël. Le symbole religieux sera enlevé pour se conformer au principe de laïcité, et sera entreposé dans une collection d’objets historiques.
La Presse
13 Janvier 2026
Président Emmanuel Macron a invité des chefs religieux au palais de l’Élysée. Pour la conférence nationale sur les actes antireligieux. Cette initiative encourage les liens avec les dirigeants religieux et met en lumière l'impact de la laïcité.
La Croix
03 Février 2026
Plus de 300 enseignants de divers cégeps anglophones rejettent la loi 9 pour avoir des effets discriminatoires. La loi 9 sur le renforcement de la laïcité au Québec étend l'interdiction pour le personnel et les beneficiares d'un service de se presenter à visage couvert dans les garderies subventionnées, les cégeps et les universités.
Le Devoir
13 mars 2026
Amira Elghawaby, ancienne représentante spéciale du Canada continue de s'opposer à la loi 21 sur la laïcité malgré l'abolition de son poste pour lutter contre le racisme et la haine au Canada.
Le Devoir
02 avril 2026
Jean-François Roberge estime que le renforcement de la laïcité à l'espace public va supporter les principes de la loi 21. Le nouvel renforcement interdit toutes pratiques religieuses collectives dans la rue et le port de signes religieux aux éducateurs des garderies et aux employés des écoles privées.
Le Journal du Québec
05 mai 2026
Sur la Côte d’Azur, le collectif « Ainsi soit-il le 06 » installe des croix géantes pour marquer le territoire de symboles chrétiens à travers toute la France. Depuis plusieurs mois, les signes religieux se multiplient dans les sommets des reliefs malgré l’influence de la laïcité.
HuffPost
09 juin 2026
Le juge en chef de la Cour suprême du Canada affirme une décision dans la cause sur la Loi sur la laïcité de l'État du Québec pourrait étre rendue avant l'élection provinciale.
La Presse
03 Juillet 2026
Le vendredi 3 juillet, la Conférence des religieux et religieuses de France (Corref) et la Miviludes ont officialisé leur partenariat par le biais d'une convention pour lutter contre les dérives sectaires et pour promouvoir la laïcité.
France Info
12 Août 2026
L'acceptance du burkini à la piscine des Marécottes remet le débat sur le port des vetements religieux au centre du la controverse. Ce debat va rebondir au Grand Conseil valaisan après le site internet a indiqué que le port du burkini est permit dans sa piscine naturelle.
Le Nouvelliste
11 septembre 2026
L'Union du clergé sénégalais tient sa 48e assemblée générale à Tambacounda (14-18 septembre 2026) pour renforcer son autonomie financière. Environ 200 prêtres participent à des ateliers sur les coopératives et l'économie solidaire.
Le APS (Sénégal)
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Bangladesh’s interim government led by Yunus lifts ban on the Islamist Jamaat-e-Islami party | 28/08/2024 | City News | This article explains how the interim government in Bangladesh, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, has lifted a ban on the Islamist Jamaat-e-Islami party originally imposed by the former prime minister. This decision could impact the country's secularism and political landscape significantly. |
Bangladesh's stand against authoritarianism | 28/08/2024 | The Korea Times | This article examines the controversy surrounding Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, focusing on protests against her authoritarian leadership as the primary cause and its impact on secularism. The author, who visited Bangladesh last year, witnessed widespread discontent with Hasina's leadership style and its effects on democratic and secular values. |
Uzbekistan’s Tightrope Between Individual Religious Expression and Secular Governance | 27/08/2024 | The Diplomat | This article explores the challenge Uzbekistan is grappling with as Islamic practices become more prominent. The authorities are working to maintain a secular public sphere while respecting individual religious beliefs. This issue has become critical in Uzbekistan, where the increasing prevalence of Islamic practices has led to efforts to strike a balance between religious freedoms and secular governance. |
DMK’s allies say govt. must refrain from conducting or promoting religious events | 26/08/2024 | The Hindu | This article addresses the controversial decision by the Tamil Nadu government to host a religious event at the Muthamizh Murugan International Conference. This move has drawn criticism from those who believe that governments should not be promoting overtly religious events. The conference has sparked concerns about the separation of religion and state, particularly because the government is involved in organizing the event. |
Chronicles of struggle: The experience of minorities in Bangladesh | 25/08/2024 | Bangladesh Post | This article explains the negative portrayal of Bengali Muslim nationalists and their supporters. They were labeled as atheists and Indian agents. The article highlights the evolution of the Awami League and emphasizes the necessity of a tolerant, liberal, and progressive society focused on secularism. |
Make way for the new Quebec Culture and Citizenship program | 24/08/2024 | Actual News Magazine | This article discusses Quebec's decision to introduce a new Culture program and Quebec citizenship in all primary and secondary schools in the province, four years after announcing the abolition of the Ethics and Religious Culture program in 2020. The new program aims to promote dialogue and critical thinking, with a focus on secularism. It marks a significant change in the educational curriculum and aims to provide students with a broader understanding of Quebec's cultural and ethical values. |
Alleged hijab-removing incident triggers lawsuit against Indonesian president | 23/08/2024 | Anadolu Ajansi | This article discusses the controversy in Indonesia following the decision by school officials to prohibit students from wearing their Islamic face veils during the national flag raising ceremony. |
Iran tries to downplay hijab connection to police shooting of woman | 23/08/2024 | Voices of America | The article examines the increasing instances of law enforcement-related incidents in Iran following the implementation of mandatory regulations regarding the wearing of the Islamic veil. |
AIMPLB president claims Naidu, Nitish Kumar have assured to oppose Waqf Bill | 22/08/2024 | Deccan Herald | This article examines the debate over the opposition to the Waqf Bill, which regulates properties for pious and religious purposes in India. |
Human rights group seeks $1M in damages over Bill 96 'discrimination' | 21/08/2024 | Montreal Gazette | This article discusses the Red Coalition's human rights complaint against Quebec's language law, seeking $1 million in damages from the provincial government. The complaint focuses on the discriminatory impact of Bill 96, which is argued to have furthered secularism and led to division and reinforced discriminatory treatment in Quebec. |
Madras HC’s landmark verdict: A call for secular appointments in Govt-aided educational institutions | 21/08/2024 | Organiser | This article discusses the recent ruling by the Madras High Court, which underlines the importance of appointing secular individuals to government-aided educational institutions. The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has emphasized the need to maintain secularism in these institutions, highlighting the necessity of fair and unbiased appointments. This ruling sets a precedent for upholding the principles of equality and non-discrimination in the education sector. |
Secular Civil Code will unify, not divide Indians | 20/08/2024 | The Indian Express | The article discusses how Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech reignited a long-standing debate by focusing on the implementation of a Secular Civil Code (SCC), along with other issues. The Prime Minister's impactful address on this significant occasion had a profound effect on the entire nation, especially resonating with vested interest groups often associated with perpetuating religious divisions. |
Swiss church takes baptism ban to the European Court of Human Rights | 19/08/2024 | CNE News | This article describes how the Swiss church has taken its stance against the baptism ban to the European Court of Human Rights. The Geneva State Council has prohibited public baptisms, citing secular law and permitting only state-connected churches to conduct baptisms. This has prompted the Swiss church to escalate the issue to the European Court of Human Rights for resolution. |
Feminist organizations protest Personal Status Law amendment in Erbil | 19/08/2024 | Shafaq News | This article explains how several feminist organizations and women's rights activists protested in Erbil, Kurdistan Region, to oppose an amendment to the Personal Status Law. |
Uniform civil code not acceptable, says All India Muslim Personal Law Board | 18/08/2024 | Hindustan Times | This article explains how the All India Muslim Personal Law Board, through their spokesperson, Dr. SQR Ilyas, strongly opposed a uniform civil code, declaring that Muslims will never compromise with Sharia Law. This response to PM Modi's announcement categorizes personal laws like Sharia as communal laws. |
Mayawati criticizes PM Modi's call for secular civil code | 17/08/2024 | The Times of India | This article explains how BSP’s national president, Mayawati, criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for advancing a secular civil code during his speech for India’s Independence. However, others believe that Modi’s support for secularism will increase its societal influence. |
Nigerian Catholic Priest Calls for “renewed commitment to evangelization” amid Rising Secularism, Moral Decay | 17/08/2024 | Acia Africa | This article explores the conflict between Nigeria's dedication to evangelization and secularism. The growing secularism in society has sparked debates about the role of religion. |
Proposed Bill Amendment in Iraq Could Allow Girls as Young as 9 to Marry. What to Know | 16/08/2024 | Time | This article explains how the proposed Bill Amendment in Iraq opposes various secular values by allowing Muslim families to marry under religious law. |
India ‘over-invested in Hasina and under-invested in Bangladesh’ – and is now panicking | 15/08/2024 | France 24 | This article explains the impact on secularism in Bangladesh and the safety of Bangladesh’s Hindu minority. |
Allison Hanes: Roberge's meeting with anglo community a total sham | 15/08/2024 | Montreal Gazette | This article discusses the impact of secularism and the language law in Quebec. The meeting with French Language Minister Roberge has presented the English-speaking community with a new challenge regarding the advancement of secularism and the division over language. |
Language Commissioner’s report fails to come to grips with anglophone angst in Quebec | 14/08/2024 | The Hill Times | This article explains the tension in Quebec between secularism and language in light of the recent Language Commissioner's report. Many anglophones believe that the report does not adequately reflect the impact of the bill and its influence on secularism. |
Can a church become a mosque? | 13/08/2024 | The Pillar | This article discusses the tension surrounding the conversion of religious establishments, particularly the debate over churches being transformed into mosques. |
Supreme Court Postpones Hearing on Removal of 'Secular,' 'Socialist' From Preamble | 13/08/2024 | Republic | This article explains the opposition faced by the Supreme Court in India for delaying the hearing to decide whether to remove the word "secular" from its preamble. |
Secularism the way to help end persecution | 12/08/2024 | Birmingham Mail | This article discusses the tension between democratic politics and secularism and its impact on religion. The author describes historical figures and their efforts to end persecution and establish a secularist society. |
LFI MP Ersilia Soudais denounces “Islamophobia” in France | 11/08/2024 | Entrevue FR | This article explains that the MP for La France insoumise (LFI), Ersilia Soudais, stirred controversy by labeling France as an “Islamophobic country” due to the ban on French athletes wearing religious symbols at the Olympic Games. |
Religious minorities in Bangladesh under fire after fall of secular regime | 10/08/2024 | CRUX | This article explains how the secularist prime minister of Bangladesh fled the country. Non-Muslims claim they have suffered attacks in the Islamic-majority country, raising concerns about the safety of religious minorities. |
Bulgarian school welcomes new child protection law | 10/08/2024 | CNE News | This article describes Bulgarian schools as officially secular. The new mandate requires teachers to obtain permission from parents before teaching religious lessons. |
Township in French Corsica bans burkini on beaches | 09/08/2024 | Anadolu Ajansi | This article discusses the ongoing debate regarding the ban on burkinis at the beaches of the French Mediterranean island of Corsica. The ban, which is effective until September 30th, is enforced against individuals whose attire does not comply with the principles of secularism. |
NDA’S Waqf Amendment Bill is Anathema to Champions of Muslim Exclusivism | 09/08/2024 | News 18 | This article explains the issues revolving around the proposed amendments to the Waqf Amendment Bill. Some members of the Muslim community in India assert that this bill could potentially perpetuate religious favoritism and infringe upon the constitutional provisions outlined in Articles 14 through 22. |
Centre's excessive interest in religious matters against Constitution: BSP chief Mayawati reacts to Waqf bill | 08/08/2024 | Deccan Herald | This article illustrates how the increased involvement and interference of the central and Uttar Pradesh governments in religious matters goes against the Constitution. |
Health-care language directive is immoral and dangerous | 07/08/2024 | Montreal Gazette | This article describes the Quebec government's decision to prioritize healthcare language and the promotion of secularism. The influence of Bill 96 has intensified the debate on language and secularism among citizens who believe that secularism is imposing more restrictions. |
Secularity has its limits | 07/08/2024 | CNE News | This article explains the trends of secularism in face of the increasing belief in Christianity. The author states that the increased non-religious affilitation amongst Americans is becoming more prevalent. |
Senegal's Church 'outraged' at PM remarks on headscarf | 06/08/2024 | The Balochistan Times | This article discusses the Senegalese Catholic Church's expression of "outrage" after Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko stated that his government would no longer accept barring Muslim headscarf-wearing students from class. This declaration sparked controversy in the predominantly Muslim country known for its religious tolerance. Despite no official prohibition, a Dakar Catholic institution barred over 20 Muslim high-school students from wearing the hijab five years ago. Senegal's constitution has reinforced the country to be a secular and democratic republic. |
‘Mujib’s secularism had limits, and so did his trust in India’: Looking back at Bangladesh in 1975 | 05/08/2024 | Hindustan Times | This article describes the impact of Mujib's secularism in Bangladesh on religious minorities and the country's status as an Islamic Republic. |
Religious freedom under attack in Oklahoma schools | 04/08/2024 | LA Times | This article discusses how the chief of schools in Oklahoma is requiring all public schools to include the teaching of religion and the Bible from elementary to high school, with the aim of educating students about their historical significance. However, many people argue that this mandate contradicts the principle of religious freedom. |
Marseille and the sea: A portrait of the millennia-old port city that is hosting Olympic sailing | 03/08/2024 | Canadian Press News | This article discusses the controversy surrounding swimming in France and the regulation of religious attire in public spaces. Parents who have provided medical certificates to excuse their children from swimming in school due to their religious beliefs, specifically the inability to wear the headscarf, have challenged the Ministry of Education in France. |
Egyptian women’s beach volleyball team slams French hijab ban after Olympic match | 02/08/2024 | ASB Zeitung | This article desribes the Egyptian women's beach volleyball team's reaction to France's prohibition on athletes wearing hijabs after participating in an Olympic beach volleyball match. Marwa Abdelhady and Doaa Elghobashy represented Egypt at the Paris Olympics and wore hijabs. In an interview with CNN's Swedish affiliate Expressen, the athletes expressed their dissatisfaction with the hijab ban for French athletes, emphasizing the importance of respecting athletes' attire choices based on their culture and religion, despite the secular ban. |
Olympics-Hijab Compromise Fails to Quell France's Discrimination Debate | 02/08/2024 | U.S News | This article covers the debate surrounding religious symbols at the Paris Olympic Games. Sylla, a 26-year-old Olympic athlete, wore a navy blue baseball cap to comply with French secular laws that ban the Islamic headscarf. Some people saw this as continuing discrimination against Muslims, while others saw it as a move to soften the authorities' position. It also includes the views of human rights advocates and a French lawyer on the compromise, highlighting the ongoing discussion about religious freedom in France. |
Dionysius on the Seine | 01/08/2024 | Times of Malta | This article discusses the heated debate surrounding the performance at the Olympics' opening ceremony. The main point of contention is the controversial parody depicting state influence in religious issues. The author argues that using Christianity's central sacrament was inappropriate as it suggests state intervention in religious affairs, despite the state being declared as secular. |
Uproar in Bengal Assembly over Hakim’s remark at Quran event, BJP demands apology, boycott him | 01/08/2024 | Indian Express | This article delves into the controversy that arose during a religious event at the Bengal Assembly. The statements made by Kolkata Mayor and TMC minister Firhad Hakim at the event led to uproar in the West Bengal Assembly on Wednesday. BJP legislators called for an apology from him for his "communal speech." This incident also reflects the ongoing tension between secularism and religion in India. |
Titre de l'article | Date de parution | Nom du journal | Résumé |
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Sonia Mabrouk : "Les musulmans de France sont piégés", sa sortie choc enflamme le débat | 29/01/2026 | Actu People | Cet article examine les musulmans de France sont piégés. |
Arbre de la laïcité déterré à Saint-Nazaire : l’opposition saisit la justice, « indignation tardive » dénonce le maire | 30/01/2026 | Ouest France | Cet article examine comment les élus du groupe d’opposition Ensemble ont planté arbre de la laïcité. |
La communauté musulmane de Québec déplore l’intransigeance du gouvernement | 28/01/2026 | Le Devoir | Cet article examine comment la tuerie de la grande mosquée de Québec fustige la vision de la laïcité de la CAQ. |
Fin de régime parlementaire: voici les dernières priorités du gouvernement Legault au pouvoir | 31/01/2026 | Le Journal de Québec | Cet article examine les dernières priorité du gouvernement Legault et la laïcité. |
Vivre-ensemble: une amélioration notée par le Centre culturel islamique de Québec (CCIQ) | 28/01/2026 | Le Journal de Québec | Cet article examine les dirigeants du Centre culturel islamique de Québec (CCIQ). |
Attentat de la mosquée de Québec : le plaidoyer d’Amira Elghawaby | 29/01/2026 | Ici Radio Canada | Cet article explique les commentaires d'Amira Elghawaby sur la laïcité et la religion au Québec. |
La laïcité en discours délibératif dès 14 ans à Saint-Raphaël | 30/01/2026 | Nice Martin | Cet article explique la laïcité en discours délibératif à Saint-Raphaël. |
Procès de l’assassinat de Samuel Paty : quelle place pour la laïcité en France ? | 27/01/2026 | France 24 | Cet article explique les craintes avec l'assassinat de Samuel Paty et le futur de la laïcité dans les écoles. |
François Legault réajuste son Cabinet et confie deux ministères à Boulet et Charette | 26/01/2026 | Ici Radio Canada | Cet article examine comment Legault réajuste son Cabinet et crée des changements pour la direction de la CAQ. |
« Réveiller les gens sur le respect de la laïcité » : à 90 ans, un habitant de Mettray tague la croix du cimetière | 26/01/2026 | La Nouvelle République | Cet article examine comment la croix qui ornait l'ancien portail du cimetière à Mettray a été déplacée au nom de la laïcité. |
Fanatisme religieux d’hier et d’aujourd’hui : la longue histoire des « fous de Dieu » | 25/01/2026 | Le Monde | Cet article examine le fanatisme religieux. |
Les nationalistes à la recherche d’un champion | 24/01/2026 | Le Devoir | Cet article examines comment les aspirants premier ministres décrivent leur vision pour la laïcité. |