Young woman from Malawi keeps standing up for justice
At the WCC 10th Assembly in 2013, 19-year-old Shyreen Mvula captivated hundreds of people when she told her courageous story about how being born HIV-positive unfolded into a lifetime of struggling for justice.
World Association for Christian Communication responds to challenges of digital age for justice and peace
As the World Association for Christian Communication celebrates its 50th anniversary, the organization continues to explore how communication can help advance justice and build peace.
Films recognized for highlighting strength of the human spirit
The 2018 Ecumenical Jury recognized two films in the Cannes Film Festival. The first, “Capharnaum,” by Nadine Labaki from Lebanon, portrays women and children, immigrants and outcasts, who have shown by their perseverance and ingenuity, love and courage, the full possibility of the human spirit.
Events
29 May 2018 Webinar on ending violence against children
10 June 2018 Global Day of Prayer to End Famine
15 - 21 June 2018 Central Committee meeting
21 June 2018 Pope Francis to visit the World Council of Churches
02 - 13 July 2018 Pastoral Challenges in a Multi-cultural and Multi-religious Context
07 - 20 July 2018 Youth in Asia Training for Religious Amity
14 - 20 July 2018 Young People Involved in Ecumenical Diakonia and Sustainable Development