IRCV is a national, non-profit research institute with 501(c)3 status.
Our EIN is 57-115-2470.

Mission

The Mission of IRCV is to strengthen civil society by exploring issues at the intersection of faith, citizenship, and pluralism and to serve as a catalyst to align public policymaking with our nation’s core values.

Philosophy

IRCV’s work is predicated on a commitment to fairness, respect for deep differences, and the search for common ground. IRCV’s work is informed by academic scholarship, collective wisdom, and the desire to eliminate the root cause of injustice through examination of core values. IRCV maintains a non-advocacy role in all of its activities.

Impact

IRCV’s strength lies in the respect, good will and value accumulated over a 16 year period in its previous incarnation as the Council on Islamic Education (CIE). IRCV carries forward CIE’s track record of research and consulting projects, its reputation for producing quality publications, and its extensive network of contacts and associates in various fields. IRCV leverages CIE’s methodology and reputation to enhance its core competencies and apply them to a broader range of activities pertaining to religion and society. IRCV intends to be a recognized leader conducting non-partisan research on the role of religion in contemporary society, and how the interplay of secular and religious identities and values inform public discourse and policymaking.

Core Activities

Research

IRCV staff members peruse a broad range of literature pertaining to the religious and civic issues of the day. IRCV produces assessments (research-based reports on specific topics or issues) for policymakers and others, to support public literacy and informed policymaking.

Consulting

IRCV provides guidance and/or academic reviews pertaining to the design and content of instructional materials, project prospectus materials, strategic documents, programs, and select multimedia resources that address issues of religion, history, culture, and society.

Training

IRCV staff members offer training on religious, civic and educational affairs to international visitor groups, classroom educators, media representatives, civic leaders, congregations and community groups.

Resources

IRCV produces conceptual frameworks, guidelines, articles and essays, educational materials, and other resources to assist a broad array of professionals achieve their respective goals in advancing knowledge and coordinating activities pertaining to religious and civic issues.