The Association of Religion Data Archives (ARDA) is a research organization dedicated to providing open access to high-quality data on religion. Founded in 1997 as the American Religion Data Archive, ARDA has since expanded into a global resource, offering datasets and tools for the study of religion across diverse cultural and geographic contexts.
ARDA’s mission is to democratize access to reliable, research-based data. Its collections include survey data, national and international studies, and contributions from leading scholars and research institutions. The platform is widely used by researchers, educators, journalists, and the public to better understand religious trends, behaviors, and institutions.
While not focused specifically on cults or high-control groups, ARDA provides valuable contextual data that can support research and analysis related to religion, belief systems, and social dynamics.
ARDA is supported by major institutions and foundations, including the Lilly Endowment, the John Templeton Foundation, the Templeton Religion Trust, Chapman University, Pennsylvania State University, and Indiana University Indianapolis.
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