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Indonesia: Empowering women for leadership on Nias island Women-led campaign toward economic stability, food security and leadership roles
Churches are firsthand witnesses to climate change Through its member churches and grassroots communities, LWF has unique perspectives on connecting local climate advocacy to the global level and vi
Advocating to bridge the gender gaps in climate justice LWF and other faith-based organizations advocate for including women’s perspectives and concerns in climate policies and action.
Tanzania: working for change in church and society In this Voices from the Communion, Faustina Nillan, newly appointed as director for women and gender with the All Africa Conference of Churches, sh
Madagascar: creating equal opportunities for women In this Voices from the Communion, Rakotondramiadana Holiharifetra reflects on the long journey to gender equality in her country
Ethiopia: Opening doors for women in the church “It’s a God-given opportunity and at the same time a challenge, because in our context not many women are in leadership positions,” says Dr Ebisse
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