Office of International Religious Freedom (J/IRF): promotes universal respect for freedom of religion or belief for all as a core objective of U.S. foreign policy. This office supports the Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom and is the principal advisor to the President and the Secretary of State on international religious freedom policy. IRF monitors religiously motivated abuses, harassment, and discrimination worldwide, and recommends, develops, and implements policies and programs to address these concerns. The Office also publishes the annual International Religious Freedom Report, a critical tool for advancing human rights, democracy, and national security, providing a comprehensive review of religious freedom conditions in nearly 200 countries and territories.