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Invest in youth, LWF delegation to ECOSOC forum shows why Investing in youth innovations on climate justice and peace mobilizes global action for sustainable development.
Living as Neighbors: new podcast about people on the move LWF to launch podcast, in partnership with A World of Neighbours network, featuring people who have responded to the call to welcome the strangers
Americas: Women and youth networks present their priorities During the Leadership Conference of the Americas, the regions’ women’s and youth networks presented their work priorities for the coming years.
Patients from Gaza fear for their families Cancer patients from Gaza constantly face two challenges: a life-threatening disease and fear for their loved ones back home.
Europe: Faith in action for ‘the different neighbor’ Building relationships with people affected by inequality and finding solutions for transformative change in society is at the core of the European
LWF General Secretary visits Jerusalem The LWF General Secretary Rev Dr Anne Burghardt visited Jerusalem and the West Bank, witnessing firsthand the impact of the current conflict on the
“Easter is our only hope” In this Voices from the Communion, Bishop Azar talks about the impact of the Israel-Palestine conflict on the Palestinian Christians, diaconal work
Americas: “Do not be afraid!” Reflecting on the theme of the Leadership Conference of the Americas, participants have shared challenges and hopes prevailing in the regions.
Strong commitment to mission, education and service LWF President Stubkjær is making a first visit to member churches of the global Lutheran communion, travelling this week to Tanzania and Ethiopia
LWF call for youth-led climate justice projects Call for proposals for small-scale, youth-led climate projects that can empower young advocates and increase awareness among member churches
Leadership Conference of the Americas taking place in Brazil From 15 to 19 April, delegates from the Latin America and the Caribbean, and North America regions will meet for their annual Leadership Conference
Hong Kong: Youth produce video series with Biblical messages A video series based on texts from the Gospel of John seeks to encourage and empower young people in Hong Kong.
