Freedom House is a strong voice for a U.S. foreign policy that places the promotion of democracy at the forefront. Freedom House representatives regularly testify before Congress, provide briefings to Congress, the State Department, and other agencies, and argue the case for freedom at conferences, in op-eds and through media appearances. Since 1941 freedom House continues to serve as a leading advocate for policies to advance the democratic idea. It supports critical reforms of the United Nations to make its work in human rights and democracy more effective. Freedom House speaks out for religious freedom for practitioners of all faiths.