Working to promote freedom of conscience for every person, no matter who they are or where they live.

Executive Team

Ganoune Diop, PhD, Secretary General

Ganoune Diop, PhD, was elected General Secretary of the IRLA in October 2015 following nine years as liaison for IRLA at the United Nations and other international institutions.

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Nelu Burcea, Deputy Secretary General

Nelu Burcea, PhD, was elected as Deputy Secretary General of the IRLA in October 2015 and develops relationships on behalf of the IRLA with various international institutions.

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Bill Knott, Deputy Secretary General

Bill Knott, PhD, was elected as Deputy Secretary General of the IRLA in October 2022 and develops relationships on behalf of the IRLA with various international institutions.

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