named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Counter-Jihad Policy Forum
Platform for experts to publish on Islamist extremism, terrorism, and related geopolitical threats to Western democracies
Europe and the West Project
Analysis of cultural, political, and demographic challenges facing Europe, including radicalization, free speech, and national identity
Extremist Persecution of Christians Report Series
Monthly reporting and analysis on violence and persecution against Christians worldwide, documenting incidents and policy implications
Iran Nuclear Threat Analysis
Research and commentary on Iran's nuclear ambitions, regime behavior, and implications for regional and global security
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Human Rights Advocacy & Accountability 2 activities
- Advocacy engagement with government officialsGenerates policy influence through public analysis, as demonstrated by a parliamentary inquiry initiated by Lord Alton of Liverpool requesting the UK government assess findings on bias in UN human rights mechanisms and recommend accountability measures.
- Monitoring and analysis of international human rights mechanismsPublishes research alleging politicized agendas among UN special rapporteurs, specifically citing 13 rapporteurs whose actions are claimed to undermine the credibility of the international human rights system. This work has informed external advocacy efforts.
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Conflict and Geopolitical Research Analysis 2 activities
- Publication of daily reports on global threats and international organizationsProduces an online daily report analyzing military and diplomatic threats to the United States and its allies, covering issues such as national security, terrorism, and transparency in international institutions.
- Research on Islamist extremism and threats to national securityProduces reports analyzing the spread of Islamic terrorism in West Africa, Iran's nuclear cooperation with Russia, and alleged efforts by the Muslim Brotherhood to undermine the United States. Publishes findings on extremist networks and their geopolitical alignments.
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Leadership & Policy Dialogue Forums 1 activity
- Organization of conferences and expert briefingsConducts national and international conferences, briefings, and events featuring world leaders, journalists, and experts to analyze current issues, inform the public, and propose policy solutions.
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Memorial and Veteran Honor Services 1 activity
- Public messaging on national and cultural valuesIssues public statements on national holidays, such as a Fourth of July message expressing gratitude for foundational American values and those who protect them.
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Human Rights Advocacy and Public Education 1 activity
- Research and reporting on global Christian persecutionConducts and publishes research documenting the persecution of nearly 400 million Christians worldwide, including country-specific incidents of violence, abductions, and forced conversions. Reports include analysis of attacks in Nigeria, Pakistan, and the United States, as well as broader trends in religious coercion and destruction of Christian sites.
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Geopolitical Media Analysis and Reporting 1 activity
- Research on Palestinian political dynamics and militant groupsDocuments and analyzes the political rift between Fatah and Hamas, suppression of journalists by the Palestinian Authority, and the role of Iran-backed groups such as Palestinian Islamic Jihad. Reports assess the feasibility of reconciliation and the implications of Hamas’s autonomous governance in Gaza.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Appointment of senior research fellows and scholarsBuilds institutional expertise by appointing distinguished senior fellows and scholars, including Najat AlSaied, Uzay Bulut, Gordon G. Chang, Raymond Ibrahim, and Richard Kemp, to contribute to research and public commentary.
- Republishing external analyses and opinion contentRepublishes articles from external authors, including content from international outlets such as Asharq Al-Awsat, to amplify perspectives on global events.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.64M
Contributions & grants$1.63M100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$5K0%
Other revenue$3K
expenses
Total expenses$1.78M
Program expenses68%
Admin / overhead26%
Fundraising6%
Salaries & benefits$419K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$217K
Cash$89K
Investments$0
Liabilities$140K
Net assets$77K
Liquid reserves0.6 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +31.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| NAOMI PERLMAN | DIRECTOR/VICE PRES/SECRETA | 40 | $318K |
| KHALED ABU TOAMEH | DIRECTOR | 10 | $100K |
board members · 2
- DOUGLAS MURRAY — DIRECTOR
- NINA ROSENWALD — DIRECTOR / PRESIDENT
relationships · 26
Who they work with
- American Islamic Forum for Democracy Partner — Collaborates with M. Zuhdi Jasser, President of American Islamic Forum for Democracy
- Americans Against Hate Partner — Collaborates with Joe Kaufman, affiliated with Americans Against Hate
- Arab News Partner — Published an article linking to Gatestone Institute's website.
- Asharq Al-Awsat Partner — Source of reprinted articles authored by contributors such as Amir Taheri.
- Asia Times Online Partner — Collaborates with David P. Goldman, affiliated with Asia Times Online
- Boston University Partner — Collaborates with Richard L. Cravatts, affiliated with Boston University
- Centre for Human Security Studies, India Partner — Collaborates with Debalina Ghoshal, affiliated with Centre for Human Security Studies, India
- Council on Foreign Relations Partner — Collaborates with Elliott Abrams, affiliated with the Council on Foreign Relations
- European Court of Human Rights Government — References judgments from the European Court of Human Rights that have cited reports by UN special rapporteurs.
- Fox News Partner — Published an article by a Gatestone-affiliated author on Islamification in Europe.
- Free Russia Forum Coalition — Hosts members of the Standing Committee of the Free Russia Forum as contributors
- International Christian Concern Partner — Cites International Christian Concern as a source for reports on persecution in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Egypt, and Pakistan.
- Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs Partner — Collaborates with Dore Gold, President of Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs
- Judicial Watch Partner — Collaborates with Chris Farrell, affiliated with Judicial Watch
- Morning Star News Partner — Cites Morning Star News as a source for reports on persecution of Christians in Nigeria and Pakistan.
- Naomi H. Perlman Partner — Vice President of Gatestone Institute
- National Post Partner — Published an article linking to Gatestone Institute's website.
- Nina Rosenwald Partner — President of Gatestone Institute
- The Daily Express Partner — Published an article referencing a Gatestone Institute International Policy Council scholar.
- The Discourse Institute Partner — Collaborates with George Igler, affiliated with The Discourse Institute
- The New York Post Partner — Regularly cites Gatestone Institute analysts in its opinion and editorial content.
- UN Watch Partner — Cites and promotes findings from UN Watch's report on politicized UN human rights experts.
- UN Watch Partner — Collaborates by publishing and promoting reports critical of UN human rights mechanisms.
- USA Today Partner — Published an article by a Gatestone-affiliated author on Facebook censorship.
- Washington Free Beacon Partner — Published a piece referencing Gatestone Institute content.
- fsspx.news Partner — Cites fsspx.news as a source for a report on subtle and silent forms of persecution of Christians.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Confrontational Policy Toward Adversarial Regimesmethodology: confrontational_foreign_policyBy advocating for strong, confrontational rhetoric and policy toward regimes like Iran and terrorist organizations such as Hamas, we deter appeasement and reduce security threats, because diplomatic engagement legitimizes violent actors and paper agreements are unenforceable with entities that do not uphold commitments.
- Defending Core Western Institutions as a Bulwark Against Threats to Libertymethodology: focus_on_core_western_institutionsBy reinforcing foundational elements of Western society—democracy, rule of law, human rights, national defense, and economic freedom—we strengthen resilience against authoritarian and extremist threats, because these institutions are interdependent pillars that sustain a free and secure international order.
- Exposing Bias in International Influence Networksmethodology: expose-influence-networksBy uncovering biased appointments and undue influence within international bodies like the UN, we reduce distorted policy narratives and judicial overreach, because transparency in expert selection disrupts ideological capture and restores legitimacy to human rights discourse.
- Exposing Underreported Threats to Democratic Institutionsmethodology: media_gap_analysis_and_public_educationBy investigating and publicizing issues underreported by mainstream media—such as threats to human rights, rule of law, and national security—we produce greater public awareness and informed civic discourse, because media gaps leave citizens vulnerable to systemic risks and policy capture.