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World Water Day: Advocating for “Free Rivers” in Argentina and Brazil LWF member churches in Latin America have advocated for “Free Rivers,” criticizing the environmental and social impacts caused as well as the amoun
Economic independence for women in Middle East A CSW68 event showcased how training, financial support and job opportunities for women are creating “a ripple effect” and challenging patriarchal
LWF calls for stronger protection of migrants and their rights Strengthen protection of all migrants, safeguard their human rights and be accountable to humanitarian principles, LWF urges international communit
LWF Geneva headquarters move to new office After nearly 60 years in Geneva’s Ecumenical Center, the LWF has a new address.
“Stealing our future” – the struggle for tax justice Find out why LWF’s gender justice advocates are joining with partners to push for a United Nations tax convention that will address the problem of
Tackling poverty, transforming women’s lives On the opening day of the 68th Commission on the Status of Women, LWF delegates showcased successful work to support women's financial empowerment
Congo: Sharing resources in theological education As the fairly young and indigenous Lutheran church in the Republic of Congo expands its work, the pastoral training center it set up five years ago
LWF country programs celebrate International Women’s Day LWF country programs worldwide are celebrating International Women’s Day.
Commission on the Status of Women to focus on tackling poverty Representatives from LWF member churches and country programs around the globe are bringing grassroots experience and expertise to the 68th session
Ethiopia: Increasing awareness of gender just leadership in the church In Ethiopia’s Lutheran church, the number of women studying theology and leadership is growing.
“Humanity is at risk,” warns AVH CEO Fadi Atrash Dr Fadi Atrash, CEO of the LWF Augusta Victoria-Hospital in East Jerusalem, has briefed humanitarian staff in different embassies in Geneva on the