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Empowered for change: new graduates of theology, gender justice and leadership program TGLE third cohort participants encouraged to be “a catalyst of change in church and society”
Europe: Strengthening women in church and society New coordinator and priorities for Women’s Network in Central Western Europe
A vision for inclusive, justice-oriented, and responsive theological education Theological Education and Formation steering group sets priorities for 2025-2027
Women’s rights: advocacy anchored in theology LWF and partners hold Women’s Human Rights Advocacy Training ahead of Beijing Declaration’s 30th anniversary
Indonesia: Empowering women for leadership on Nias island Women-led campaign toward economic stability, food security and leadership roles
Romania: celebrating 30 years of women’s ministry Pioneering pastor Rev. Dr Elfriede Dörr looks back at the challenges and joys of the past three decades
Italy: Shelter for migrants on the brink of homelessness The LWF-supported Schutzhütte B1 Rifugio shelter in northern Italy provides protection and support for vulnerable women at the risk of homelessness
Advocating to bridge the gender gaps in climate justice LWF and other faith-based organizations advocate for including women’s perspectives and concerns in climate policies and action.
LWF World Service Annual Report 2023 published The LWF World Service Annual Report reflects LWF’s humanitarian and development work in a growing number of conflicts and emergencies worldwide.
Tanzania: working for change in church and society In this Voices from the Communion, Faustina Nillan, newly appointed as director for women and gender with the All Africa Conference of Churches, sh
