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16 Days: Unite to end violence against women and girls LWF urges churches and partners to join the campaign to end sexual and gender-based violence
Lutherans and Orthodox meet to prepare next dialogue session Cyprus to host first plenary of 19th Session focused on synodality and primacy in Eastern and Western traditions
LWF pushes for ambitious goals, just solutions, as COP29 draws toward a close Delegates reflect on their work at COP 29 and share their expectations
A tool for faith-based contribution to gender just climate policies New LWF report: Gender Responsiveness Index for Climate Action
Prayer to remember 1,000 days of war in Ukraine Remembering those affected by this war, and conflicts around the world
Church leaders amplify call to protect ecosystems, livelihoods and future generations Encouragement to LWF COP 29 delegation to insist on action that guarantees a sustainable future
COP29: Building hope for a climate just future LWF delegates reflect on climate and their journeys of faith
Church leaders call on G20 to halt growing inequality, ramp up climate action In a letter to G20 leaders meeting in Brazil, LWF and partners call for far-reaching tax policies and meaningful climate action
LWF at COP29: strengthening the climate justice call for the most vulnerable people LWF delegation will host side events in Baku, join interfaith gathering, prayers and ecumenical advocacy
A vision for inclusive, justice-oriented, and responsive theological education Theological Education and Formation steering group sets priorities for 2025-2027
LWF joins humanitarian leaders in calling for immediate action as Gaza crisis deepens “Ceasefire essential to prevent further suffering”
A Global Lutheran Songbook to celebrate 500 years of hymnal tradition and diversity Churches encouraged to test prototype collection of 80 songs from all LWF regions
