LWF provides medical care in East Jerusalem and Gaza, and stands in solidarity with Christians in the Holy Land through our member church, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land. Learn more and donate to our relief work.
In a statement released on 11 October, the LWF condemns all attacks by all parties on civilians in Israel and Palestine, expresses grave concerns about the targeting of civilians and civilian infrastructure, calls for a release of hostages,…
(LWI) - Church leaders across the Nordic countries have raised their voices in a united call for peace, justice, and humanitarian action in Israel and Palestine. In statements issued last week,…
Side Event at Human Rights Council 43rd session: Palestinian children from Gaza facing obstacles to access health services
Children from Gaza face many challenges to access health services. AVH’s own Dr. Khadra Salami, as well as representatives of Médecins du Monde and Physicians for Human Rights Israel will discuss some of these challenges: frequent delays in obtaining travel permits, the separation of children from their parents when they go to East Jerusalem for treatment etc.
After 100 days of war in Gaza, LWF is deeply concerned that there is no solution on the horizon. “The time is now to implement a ceasefire that can lead to just peace.”
LWF welcomes the announcement of an agreement to secure the release of hostages abducted by Hamas on 7 October. LWF also welcomes the announcement of a four-day pause in fighting between Israel and Hamas.…
With mobile clinics for detecting breast cancer and managing diabetes, the Augusta Victoria Hospital brings quality health care closer to people in the West Bank. Its advantage: trust and close relationships with the patients; its biggest…
Appeal for Immediate Resumption of Negotiations for Broader Peace
The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) has welcomed the ceasefire over Gaza reached yesterday, and is urging all parties to honor it and immediately resume negotiations…
