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LWF encourages member churches to apply for scholarships. Photo: LWF/Johanan Celine Valeriano

LWF call for scholarship applications

Supporting students of theology, and development and diakonia

(LWI) - The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) is calling for scholarship applications for studies and training related to theological, diaconal and development work. “Our regular…

Director of the United Nations SDG Lab, Nadia Isler: Waking the Giant is a âunique opportunity in a highly globalized worldâ. Photo: LWF/StÃ©phane Gallay

“As a matter of faith: leave no one behind”

LWF launches global initiative adding the presence, witness and contributions of churches to Sustainable Development Goals

(LWI) With representatives of the United Nations and churches in Colombia, Liberia, Tanzania and the US, as well as…

Worship service at the LWF Council 2018. Photo: LWF/Albin Hillert

‘Freely you have received, freely give’

LWF publishes Annual Report for 2018

(LWI) - The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) has published its 2018 Annual Report. Titled “Freely you have received, freely give,” it records the…

Director General of the United Nations Office at Geneva, Michael MÃ¸ller addresses the launch of the Waking the Giant self-assessment tool on 17 June. Photo: LWF/A.Hillert

UN endorses LWF work for Development Goals

New online tool launched to help churches link their work to UN’s 2030 Agenda

(LWI) - The world urgently needs the contribution of Lutheran churches and other faith based organizations if the UN Sustainable Development Goals are to be…

2018 Women Human's Right training. Photo: LWF/George Arende

LWF announces scholarships in theology, development and diakonia

Empowering through education

(LWI) - The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) is calling for scholarship applications for studies and training related to theological, diaconal and development work. “We encourage all churches to submit…

Young people discussed migration, unemployment, climate and gender justice and the challenges of radical extremism at the International Youth Day event in the ecumenical Center, co-hosted by WCC, WCSF and LWF. Photo: LWF/ C. KÃ¤stner

LWF and partners observe International Youth Day

Youth “effectively contributing to the revival of churches and communities”

(LWI) - The inclusion of young people on all levels is necessary to envision a future of justice and peace. This was the overall agreement shared as The Lutheran…

A woman works in the fields of Ouaddai Province in Eastern Chad. Photo: LWF/Allahramadji Gueldjim

16 Days: Working for women’s economic justice

LWF promotes empowerment through skills and leadership training, access to land and seeds

(LWI) - Empowering women in the economy and closing gender gaps in the world of work are key to achieving Gender Equality. The Lutheran World…

Rev. Dr Sivin Kit, LWF Program Executive for Public Theology and Interreligious Relations speaking at a Global Refugee Forum side event on scaling up a culture of encounter with people seeking refuge, held in Geneva. Photo:: LWF/A. Danielsson

Faith-based action for people on the move

LWF pledges at Global Refugee Forum

(LWI) - Together with many partners, The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) is bringing the voice of faith-based organizations to the Global Refugee Forum,…

At the river nearby the Burka Dare site for Internally Displaced People in Oromia, Ethiopia. The Lutheran World Federation supports internally displaced people in several regions of Ethiopia, through water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH). Photo: LWF/Albin Hillert

COVID-19: LWF World Service calls for donations

Protect vulnerable communities and staff in refugee camps

(LWI) - In light of the worldwide Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) humanitarian arm…

COVID-19: LWF calls for donations to support member churches’ response

Assist churches to continue providing practical, spiritual and psychosocial support

(LWI) - The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) is calling for donations to support its member churches in their response to the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19…

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