What is CSI?

CSI is a Christian human rights organization commited to defending religious liberty, helping victims of religious repression, victimized children, and victims of disaster.

CSI's History

 
CSI was founded in 1977 in Switzerland by Rev. Hans Stückelberger, following peaceful demonstrations in support of persecuted Christians.

CSI’s Mission

CSI’s primary objective is worldwide respect for the God-given right of every human being to choose his or her faith and to practice it, as stipulated in Art. 18 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. 

UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights
 
Article 18
 
Everyone has the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion; this right includes freedom to change his religion or belief, and freedom, either alone or in community with others and in public or private, to manifest his religion or belief in teaching, practice, worship and observance.

Biblical Foundations

If one part suffers, every part suffers with it.
I Corinthian12:26

"Seek justice, rescue the oppressed, defend the orphan, plead for the widow" Isaiah 1:17

The Parable of the Good Samaritan. Luke 10:25-37

Organization Profile

CSI's highest governing body is the International Council, which represents all national committees.

As a non-profit, independent organization, CSI cooperates with Christians of all denominations as well as with churches, human rights organizations and the public.

CSI does not support violence.

CSI Around the World

CSI has affiliates in the following countries:

Czech Republic
France
Germany
Hungary
Italy
South Korea
Netherlands
Switzerland
USA