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What We Do Image A symbolic moment during the 60th anniversary of the first all-Africa Lutheran conference, held in 2015. Photo: Photo: LWF/ Tsion Alemayehu We work with member churches, country programs and partner organizations to promote justice, peace, reconciliation and dignity for individuals and communities.
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Get Involved Image Lutherans from around the globe gather for the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Thirteenth Assembly, held in Krakow, Poland on 13-19 September 2023 under the theme of ’One Body, One Spirit, One Hope’. Photo: LWF/Albin Hillert We are a global communion of churches in the Lutheran tradition on a common journey of renewal We strive to put our faith into action within and beyond the communion, and seek God’s Word and Spirit to guide us
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Diakonia at the heart of community transformation in Africa Regional workshop showcases best practices that are changing lives and perceptions
Open call: 2025 LWF scholarship applications 25 September is the deadline to submit requests for grants toward studies in theology and diakonia
Italy: Shelter for migrants on the brink of homelessness The LWF-supported Schutzhütte B1 Rifugio shelter in northern Italy provides protection and support for vulnerable women at the risk of homelessness
Kenya: Solidarity with families that lost everything LWF communion solidarity boosts rapid assistance to those in dire need
Namibia: Indigenous-led advocacy for land rights In Namibia, a community of the San people and the Lutheran church are prioritizing indigenous-led development approaches to counter cultural stereo
Indonesia: Setting sail for hope A rural community on the Mentawai Islands can improve its economic prospects and access facilities with a new boat.
Europe: Faith in action for ‘the different neighbor’ Building relationships with people affected by inequality and finding solutions for transformative change in society is at the core of the European