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Girls singing, choir of the Global Network of Religions for Children in Jamaica

"Voices for change" - WCC workshop in Jamaica

16 - 17 January 2025

A WCC staff visit will take place from 12-21 January, aimed at empowering faith communities in Jamaica to take action on sexual and gender-based violence, racism, reparations, and climate justice.

Ridgemount United Church, Jamaica
Interview
Anne Heitmann

Evangelical Mission in Solidarity on journey together with WCC

On 14 November, Rev. Anne Heitmann was elected chair of the Presidium of Evangelical Mission in Solidarity (EMS). She is also head of the Ecumenism and Church Worldwide department of the Protestant Church in Baden. She shared her past experiences as a World Council of Churches (WCC) central committee member, and how she envisions EMS continuing to journey with the World Council of Churches. 

11 December 2024
Publication
Cover image developed by Chat GPT, in response to: A simple and inclusive graphic showing African women and girls with disabilities alongside healthcare providers. The graphic should be minimalistic, with one healthcare provider in a wheelchair and another with a hearing aid. One patient uses a white cane, and another patient is a woman with albinism. The design should feature only African people, with basic colours and clear lines. The background should be simple and clear, with no text, no signs, and no s

TUMEWEZA

Compendium of Good Practices for Ensuring Disability-Inclusive Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights and Gender-Based Violence Services in United Republic of Tanzania

The Tumeweza compendium iss a vital resource for ensuring disability-inclusive sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) and gender-based violence (GBV) services in the United Republic of Tanzania. It highlights the significant strides made towards improving accessibility and inclusivity in healthcare services, particularly through the efforts at Selian Lutheran Hospital and Nkinga Referral Hospital. The lessons learned from these initiatives provide a roadmap for other health facilities to follow, emphasizing the importance of collaboration with organizations of persons with disabilities, government stakeholders, and faith-based organizations.
While the progress is commendable, there are still gaps that need to be addressed to fully realize inclusive healthcare services for women and girls with disabilities. These include improving infrastructure, enhancing communication between healthcare providers and patients with disabilities, and creating specific policies and procedures that ensure the dignity and autonomy of all individuals. The compendium underscores the necessity of continuous training, accessible information systems, and advocacy at all levels to ensure that no one is left behind.
Moving forward, it is essential for health facilities, policymakers, and development partners to prioritize the inclusion of persons with disabilities in all healthcare-related initiatives. By addressing the existing gaps and building on the good practices outlined in this compendium, Tanzania can continue to lead in the promotion of disability-inclusive SRHR and GBV services in the region and globally, ensuring that every woman and girl has the right to safe, accessible, and respectful healthcare.

03 December 2024
Feature story
Photo: Hans Jakob Heimvoll CoN

Expressing trauma through art: Yazidi women share stories

In connection with the UN Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the Church of Norway, Norwegian Church Aid, Stefanus Alliance, and The Norwegian Council on Religions and Life Stance Communities organized an exhibit and seminar through which Yazidi women expressed their trauma though art therapy and storytelling. 

02 December 2024