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 the tranquil settings of the Polish countryside, 177 Ukrainian child refugees found a brief sanctuary and a break from the war. Organized by the Lutheran World Federation, these holiday camps not only offered fun-filled…
In the midst of escaping conflict, navigating uncertainty, and coping with the absence of familiar social networks during emergencies, the mental well-being of refugees is frequently overlooked. LWF provides support to host communities and…
In this Voices from the Communion, Presiding Bishop Tamás Fabiny shares insights from the Budapest Assembly in the 1980s, to the recent global gathering of churches in Krakow, Poland.
The new document on Lutheran identity is the fruit of a four-year process exploring the wide variety of languages, cultures, forms of worship, spirituality, service and public witness through which that identity is expressed…
In a public statement, the Thirteenth LWF Assembly voiced concerns about the violence and loss of lives in Israel-Palestine, calling upon the international community and the Government of Israel to respect and ensure access to…
In a public statement, the Thirteenth LWF Assembly, condemned the war of the Russian Federation against Ukraine and expressed shock at churches that “abuse their authority to justify aggression.”
Discover the Assembly welcome program organized by the Krakow congregation for the LWF Thirteenth Assembly. Engaging debates, cultural experiences, and a warm embrace of diversity await attendees in this celebration of unity.
LWF continues to provide humanitarian aid to Sudanese refugees in Chad. Many are severely wounded and have travelled far in search of safety. LWF and partners are calling for more funding to care for the people in need.…