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The historic city of Xanthi in Greece hosted "Youth Empowerment and Intercultural Coexistence," a workshop supported by KAICIID and organised by the Holy Metropolis of Xanthi and Peritheorion, together with the Muftiate of Xanthi.

The Commission on Young People in the Ecumenical Movement (YPEM), during its meeting in the Philippines, elected four new vice moderators: Ann Chris Jacob (United Methodist Church USA), Lorena Bonilla Garcia (Mennonite Church of Colombia), Rev. Bjorn Warde (Presbyterian Church of Trinidad and Tobago), and Danil Arakelian (Russian Orthodox Church).

The World Council of Churches (WCC) Commission on Young People in the Ecumenical Movement completed its meeting in Manila, Philippines, with inspiration drawn from local connections and determination to carry forth messages from young people into the wider ecumenical movement. 

The World Council of Churches (WCC) Commission on Young People in the Ecumenical Movement (YPEM) convened in Manila, Philippines, marking the start of its first in-person meeting since its formation. The gathering, scheduled from 13-19 November, unites young ecumenical leaders from around the globe with a mission to amplify youth voices, address pressing global and local challenges, and establish intentional, actionable strategies for youth-led faith initiatives.

The World Council of Churches (WCC) Reference Group for Interreligious Dialogue and Cooperation will convene in person at the Ecumenical Centre in Geneva from 1-3 December. 

At the COP29 side event, “Beyond numbers: A Dialogue on the New Collective Quantified Goal from Faith and Ethical Perspectives,” hosted by the Interfaith Liaison Committee, which the World Council of Churches (WCC) co-chairs, faith leaders and advocates called for a climate finance model rooted in justice and accountability. Speakers emphasized that effective climate finance must go beyond numbers to directly support the adaptation and resilience of communities facing the harshest climate impacts.

On 6 November, an informal online interfaith gathering in spirit of Talanoa will convene at COP29.

A delegation from the KAICIID Dialogue Centre – based in Lisbon – visited the World Council of Churches (WCC) on 22 October to explore areas of common interest and possible cooperation, with a particular focus on issues in the European region.

A vigil held in Geneva, “Interreligious Recollection–A Year of Suffering,” on 7 October at the historic St Pierre Cathedral drew reflections on a date that marked the beginning of a new period of tragic violence in the Middle East. 

The World Jewish Congress hosted a UN Human Rights Council side event, “Fighting Antisemitism through Peer-to-Peer Learning," on 24 September.

The World Council of Churches (WCC) invites young people from across the globe to apply for the 2025 Stewards Programme, scheduled to take place from 14-26 June 2025. This exciting programme offers a unique opportunity for youth ages 18-30 to engage with the global ecumenical movement and actively contribute to the work of the WCC. The deadline for applications is 30 November 2024.

World Council of Churches general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay sent warm greetings to all Jewish communities all over the world during the celebration of Rosh Hashanah.

The first Asia Pacific Christian Youth Assembly met from 4-8 September in Jeju, Korea, under the theme ““Repent and Make a Just Transition Happen!”