(LWI) – “Europe in Solidarity – Evangelical Lutheran Insights“ was the topic of a panel discussion at the General Synod of the United Evangelical Lutheran Church of Germany (VELKD), 3–5 November, in…
Experiences of refugees and LWF field staff in conflict areas
The past years have witnessed a constant reduction of space for humanitarians to provide aid. Civilians and aid workers find themselves between the lines. The protection of the…
The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) joined with ACT Alliance and other NGOs today in presenting a statement during the UNHCR Standing Committee meeting where several UN member states were present. …
Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) and the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) have renewed their landmark commitment to working together on humanitarian causes.
The Memorandum of Understanding signed on 9th November 2017, reaffirms a long-…
Panel discussion on fair representation of refugees in news reporting
(LWI) - Few media report the stories of refugees directly, is the finding of a new study about the representation of refugees and migrants in the media. Since the…
Churches need to influence moral values and policy
(LWI) - Churches need to stand against the deterioration of humanitarian values and human rights, The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) General Secretary, Rev. Dr Martin Junge, said in…