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Report highlights lack of awareness, gaps in policies for older people with disabilities in Australia
A newly released policy report by two Australian sight-saving and support organizations has identified critical gaps in policies and programs that undermine the welfare of older people with disabilities. -
Pa. Board of Education rejects Christian schools’ association as accreditor
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David Westlake steps down as head of IJM UK after eight years, Biju Matthew steps in as interim CEO
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Syrian Christians persevere amid conflict, sharing faith and hope: 'pray for boldness and wisdom for the church'
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Palau Festival visits Najayo prison in the Dominican Republic
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Migration to US through Darién Gap plummets 99% while Trump cracks down on illegal immigration
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Australian Christian housing charity urges government to increase unemployment payments, highlights long-term benefits
For the third consecutive year, a parliamentary committee has outlined key measures to combat poverty, and Mission Australia, a Christian not-for-profit provider of community and housing services, is urging the government to adopt the “consistently recommended” reforms. -

US evangelical body calls for compassion and aid to help refugees and the poor, while acknowledging need for reform
The National Association of Evangelicals (NAE) has reaffirmed its commitment to responsible stewardship of U.S. resources while urging compassion for vulnerable populations. In a newly adopted motion, the organization calls on the federal government to maintain international aid programs and work with faith-based organizations to support those in need at home and abroad. -

Canadian evangelical body urges government to retain religious charities' status amid proposed policy changes
The Evangelical Fellowship of Canada (EFC) has voiced strong concerns over government plans to remove the advancement of religion as a charitable purpose, emphasizing the significant contributions religious organizations make to Canadian society through social services, volunteerism, and community support. -

Honduran primary elections marred by delays as evangelicals urge calm
The primary elections in Honduras, held last Sunday, were marked by public discontent due to serious failures in the distribution of electoral materials, causing delays of up to 16 hours at several polling stations. Amid rising frustration, evangelical leaders called for calm and urged citizens to maintain peace as protests erupted over logistical mishaps and irregularities in the voting process. -

Christian legal rights group publishes damning report against pro-lobby’s push to normalize prostitution
A Christian legal rights group has issued a damning report highlighting the "shattered lives" suffered by millions of women exploited into prostitution, in reaction to International Women’s Day by the United Nations. The European Centre for Law and Justice (ECLJ) published "Prostitution: The Liberalisation Lobby in Europe" in the same week that the U.N. marked the global women’s event on Saturday (March 8), this year calling for equal rights under the theme, "For ALL Women and Girls: Rights, Equ -

Prayer groups in soccer clubs: more than faith, an emotional refuge for players
In the competitive world of soccer, where pressure and expectations can be overwhelming, prayer groups within clubs have taken on a fundamental role in the lives of athletes. As Brazil's O Globo reports, beyond religion, these spaces have become an emotional and psychological support for many players facing challenges on and off the field. -

3,000 gather for 14th Congress of Christian Leaders in Germany: leading courageously into the future
“Leading courageously. Shaping the future.” This was the central theme of the biennial Congress of Christian Leaders (Kongress Christlicher Führungskräfte/KCF), which brought together 3,000 participants from Germany and abroad this past week. Organized by the evangelical news agency IDEA, the event explored how Christian values can help shape leaders to successfully navigate challenging times.
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