The newly elected Council of the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) met for the first time on 17 May in Windhoek, Namibia. The Council was elected during the Twelfth Assembly. During the meeting the Council elected seven vice-presidents and…
Five months since the attack of Hamas on Israel, and the start of the military operation in Gaza, negotiations for a ceasefire, and the release of Hamas-held hostages have yielded no solution. LWF is deeply concerned about the loss of life, and…
Doctors have run out of basic medications to treat the injured and hospitals no longer have drugs for cancer patients or those facing other life-threatening illnesses
Gaza is on the brink of disaster. In a statement released on 6 November, the LWF calls for an immediate ceasefire to enable humanitarian aid, the opening of humanitarian corridors, and adherence to International Humanitarian Law by all parties.…
LWF and partners applaud steps towards establishment of a legally binding global tax convention to save billions of dollars in lost revenues for development, social and environmental protection
At the recent session the Human Rights Council, the LWF commended the Burundi government for constructive engagement with the Universal Periodic Review and called for further protection of the rights of women.…
In a statement released on 11 October, the LWF condemns all attacks by all parties on civilians in Israel and Palestine, expresses grave concerns about the targeting of civilians and civilian infrastructure, calls for a release of hostages,…
LWF is deeply concerned about escalating violence and conflict in the Holy Land and calls on leaders in Israel and Palestine to exercise restraint, ensure the safety and security of civilians, and work urgently for peaceful…
