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Conditions for Syrian refugees worsen (LWI) – Lack of education, protection, and assistance with livelihoods are the most pressing needs of Syrian refugees.
Human rights remain a challenge in Mozambique (LWI) – The government of Mozambique has accepted most of the human rights issues addressed in the last Universal Periodic Review (UPR).
We must address root causes of the refugee crisis GENEVA, 19 January 2016 (LWI) – The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) General Secretary Rev.
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Churches stand side by side in fight against climate change (LWI) - The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) delegates taking part in faith and civil society action at crucial climate talks in Paris are also usin
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