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Image Bishop Alex G. Malasusa. Photo: LWF/H. Putsman-Penet LWF Vice-President Malasusa: “Being Peacemakers at Heart” At its 2014 meeting in Medan, Indonesia, the LWF Council adopted a public statement against violence in sub-Saharan Africa. “We strongly and unreservedly condemn violence irrespective of who the perpetrators are,” the statement said. It…
Image A group of women participants at MLCâs jubilee. Photo: MLC Precious in God’s Eyes 16 days of activism to overcome gender based violence (LWI) The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) is encouraging church leaders to speak up publicly against gender-based violence. Joining the…
Image Ms Phelister Njile from Tanzaniaâs northern Shinyanga region, a participant at the 29 November event in Dar es Salaam which brought together doctors, researchers, faith leaders and key partners to end gender-based violence. All photos: Zacharia Osanga Tanzania: faith leaders highlight rights of people living with disabilities 16 Days: ELCT supports conference to strengthen role of religious leaders in ending all gender-based violence (LWI) - The vital role of religious leaders and faith-based organizations in ending gender-based violence (GBV) was at the heart…
