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Economic independence for women in Middle East A CSW68 event showcased how training, financial support and job opportunities for women are creating “a ripple effect” and challenging patriarchal
Congo: Sharing resources in theological education As the fairly young and indigenous Lutheran church in the Republic of Congo expands its work, the pastoral training center it set up five years ago
Ethiopia: Increasing awareness of gender just leadership in the church In Ethiopia’s Lutheran church, the number of women studying theology and leadership is growing.
A way out of poverty for communities in Burundi Meet Musa and Esperance, two farmers in Burundi’s poorest province Cankuzo.
Christmas message: Called into the gospel adventure LWF’s President, Danish Bishop Henrik Stubkjær, reminds us that Christmas is, above all, a call to action to bring light and hope into the darkest
16 Days: Faith actors join forces in prevention and response to SGBV LWF Uganda showcases work to prevent, protect and respond to survivors of sexual and gender-based violence by building communities of
Central African Republic: A beacon of light toward stability and peace In this Voices from the Communion, the Central African Republic Lutheran church leader highlights the church’s responsibility in building trust in
A chance for every child refugee in Kenya Equal opportunities for children with disability is the agenda of the LWF education team in Kenya.
Together in faith, as climate summit begins Uniting Faith and Action at COP28: Faith leaders gather at Christ Church Jebel Ali in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to take stock of current progres
LWF welcomes resumption of food aid in Ethiopia The LWF country Representative in Ethiopia welcomes the resumption of food aid, as internal conflicts in Amhara and Oromia regions cause human casu
Addressing Gender-Based Violence in East Africa At the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights, LWF and partners address gender-based violence in the East and Horn of Africa region, empha
New worship resources for Reformation Day LWF shares prayers and liturgy for use on Reformation Day prayers.
