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Behind the statistics are real people with real stories and aspirations.
From people who are experiencing or facing displacement, to our local partners and our dedicated team, here you can meet some of the amazing people behind the headlines who are working to create a world where everyone belongs.
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Working in solidarity with our local partners around the world to empower people displaced by conflict and disaster to regain and retain the peace of a safe place to belong.
Uniting for peace in the Middle East
In a region where conflict has obliterated entire cities and displaced millions, uniting for peace in the Middle East has never been more important.
Reflective prayers for peace from our partners
This Christmas, some of our global partners have shared deeply reflective prayers for peace.
Advent prayer requests for our partners this festive season
A reflection from the field: International Program Manager Tracey Robinson shares her inspiring visit to visit Christian Care Zimbabwe, where conservation farming is transforming lives.
How to speak about peace this Christmas
The theme of peace is synonymous with the festive season, but at a time when that seems like a distant hope, it can be difficult to know how to speak about it, particularly at Christmas.
Joint statement: Humanitarians welcome ceasefire
Humanitarians cautiously welcome ceasefire announcement, demand end to two years of forced displacement of Palestinians in Gaza.
The importance of advocating for peace together
As violence and instability continue to affect families in the Middle East, Act for Peace has joined with other organisations to raise a strong, united call for peace.
Hope for peace in Gaza
A Gaza peace deal finally seems like it could be a reality after a week of negotiations wrapped up in Egypt.
Young refugees turning their passion into professions
Young refugees in Jordan are finding a sustainable pathway out of poverty and turning their passions into professions.
Joint statement: Civil society responds to Australia’s recognition of Palestine
Seventeen Australian civil society organisations have issued a joint statement in response to Australia’s recognition of Palestine, saying that while it is welcome, it must be accompanied by urgent action to stop the genocide and war crimes being committed by Israel against Palestinians.
New chapter for Act for Peace
We’re entering a new chapter at Act for Peace. One that honours our past — and boldly reimagines our future.
123 million people forced to flee and numbers rising
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, recently released its updated global report on how many people have been forced to flee their homes worldwide.
A life transformed
Tesfa means ‘hope’ in Amharic language, and in the Ethiopian capital where Tsehay lives with her family, this program, facilitated by our local partner, Ethiopian Orthodox Church – Development and Inter Church Aid Commission (EOC-DICAC), is helping to provide hope by providing a holistic, sustainable pathway out of poverty.
Preventing persecution and human rights abuses in the Holy Land
Every day, persecution and human rights abuses destroy people’s lives and fuel conflict in the Holy Land. The Ecumenical Accompaniment Program in Palestine and Israel (EAPPI) helps confront these injustices to pursue a just peace.
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