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Indonesia: Concern about freedom of religion LWF and WCRC call on Indonesian president to better protect Christian communities
Wittenberg: Online seminar on Lutheran theology LWF Center Wittenberg offers alumni a new course format
Appeal to G20: address debt crisis and save lives Christian leaders call for tax reforms and debt relief ahead of G20 summit in Saudi Arabia
Using arts and creativity to promote skills and well-being South Africa: LWF supports Outreach Foundation’s goal to instill community skills and self-confidence
Argentina churches to reopen theological library Making “a historical legacy of enormous value” accessible
Strategizing around the stove LWF livelihoods work in Colombia empowers women and teaches about human rights
The deteriorating situation in Ethiopia is deeply troubling, says LWF Escalation of violence poses a threat to people and communities
Poland’s bishops call for dialogue with protesters Ruling of Constitutional Court sparks largest protests since 1980s
Africa: A faith-centered hope to face challenging times Online meeting of Africa Lutheran Church Leadership
Small-scale climate justice projects: Call to youth in member churches Empowering young people to advocate for climate justice
Empowering faith actors as gender justice advocates Women’s Human Rights Advocacy Training offers practical support to those advocating for change at grassroots level
Football bridges culture, nations, and religions Hungarian and Icelandic bishops share joint video message for football play-off