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Europe: Strengthening women in church and society New coordinator and priorities for Women’s Network in Central Western Europe
A vision for inclusive, justice-oriented, and responsive theological education Theological Education and Formation steering group sets priorities for 2025-2027
Asia: faithful churches bringing hope to societies LWF President Stubkjær urges delegates at Asia Church Leadership Conference to build up a communion of hope
Cambodia: Sharing the message of hope Bishop Sreyleak Tuch on faith, service, and breaking new ground
Abound in hope: Asia Church Leadership Conference Delegates from 46 member churches across the Asia region gather in Hong Kong to discuss ways of building thriving churches
Concerns over violence following elections in Mozambique LWF joins LUCSA in expressing solidarity, calling for humanitarian aid
LWF joins humanitarian leaders in calling for immediate action as Gaza crisis deepens “Ceasefire essential to prevent further suffering”
LWF and ecumenical partners urge global action for biodiversity and climate justice LWF, ACT, and WCC issue joint statement following COP16 in Colombia
New report: Good practices for climate justice advocacy Involving churches and country programs in “local to global action”
Mental health support to refugee students in Poland LWF's new initiative supports young refugees' well-being and integration
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
LWF highlights education challenges for refugee children at African Commission LWF hosts side event with refugee leaders
