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Kommunikationsarbeit des ÖRK 2024: weltweite Botschaften der Einheit

Die Kommunikationsarbeit des Ökumenischen Rates der Kirchen (ÖRK) zeichnet sich weltweit durch die Förderung eines Gefühls der Einheit auf verschiedenen Kanälen aus. Von der größten Gebetsversammlung weltweit, über 2,3 Mio. Interaktionen in den Social-Media bis hin zu den vielzähligen jungen Besucherinnen und Besuchern – online und persönlich –, die Kommunikationsarbeit des ÖRK erreichte mehr Menschen auf mehr Wegen als bisher.

WCC communications in 2024: expanding messages of unity across the world

Communication from the World Council of Churches (WCC) in 2024, through storytelling via many channels, fostered unity in unprecedented ways across the world. From the largest global prayer gathering, to 2.3 million engagements on social media, to large numbers of young visitors both in-person and online, WCC communications connected with more people, in more ways than ever.

WCC youth commission gathers for first in-person meeting

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.

Children, HIV and the church

According to the 2024 global UNAIDS update, approximately 120,000 children acquired HIV in 2023. Only 57% of the estimated 1.4 million children living with HIV were receiving antiretroviral therapy in this year. In comparison, 77% of the overall population of persons living with HIV have access to antiretroviral therapy. 

Weltwoche für Frieden in Palästina und Israel

16 - 22 September 2024

Der Ökumenische Rat der Kirchen (ÖRK) lädt Menschen und Kirchen in aller Welt ein, im Rahmen der Weltwoche für Frieden in Palästina und Israel vom 16. bis 22. September 2024 für die Menschen im Heiligen Land zu beten, Fürsprachearbeit für sie zu leisten und solidarisch an ihrer Seite zu stehen.

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WCC stands in solidarity with people of Kanaky New Caledonia

World Council of Churches general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay, on behalf of the global fellowship, expressed solidarity with the people of Kanaky New Caledonia as they cope with tension and blockades that have brought shortages of food, healthcare, and essential services.

WCC receives delegation from Kanaky New Caledonia

A delegation from the Front de libération nationale kanak et socialiste visited the World Council of Churches (WCC), sharing concerns about human rights and self-determination for the people in Kanaky New Caledonia.