This article, adapted from a conversation on the G20 Interfaith Forum Podcast, explores the vision and work behind the Facta Est Lux – Human Rights Institute. Speaking from Brussels, our CEO Dr Elizabeta Kitanovic-Broes reflects on the state of human rights and freedom of religion or belief in the European Union. She also addresses one of today’s most pressing challenges: ensuring that artificial intelligence is governed in a way that protects human dignity and democratic values.