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Churches in Zimbabwe advocate against violence Messages of peace and moderation after post-electoral clashes
LWF concerned about rising violence in Nicaragua Lutheran church promotes message of “immeasurable value of human life”
Guatemalan, Bolivian human rights defenders present at UN Trying to save land from farmers, mining companies, hydro schemes
A powerful message of peace LWF General Secretary Junge congratulates church leaders in Ethiopia and Eritrea on peace agreement
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“Cooperation is a strength and a powerful signal” Partnership welcomed between FBOs and UN on women’s rights