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UnitingWorld is the international aid and partnerships agency of the Uniting Church in Australia.
We collaborate with the global church to address the causes and consequences of poverty, injustice and violence.
Because every person is beloved by God and invited to a life that is whole and hopeful.

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Right now, we’re working with grassroots communities in 29 projects in 14 countries.

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Explore how the local church is a powerful agent of change.

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You have an essential role in healing a broken world.

UnitingWorld Sunday

We’re launching a new initiative called UnitingWorld Sunday to help churches deepen relationships with our global partners and celebrate all that we do together.

When your church signs up, we’ll provide a whole range of resources to help you host your UnitingWorld Sunday! The funds you raise will make a big difference in the lives of our global neighbours.

Sunday 7 May 2023. But you can do it any day that suits your church’s calendar! Find out more.

Türkiye and Syria earthquake

Tens of thousands of people across Turkey and Syria are taking refuge from bitter cold in makeshift shelters after being made homeless by the earthquakes.

Donate now to help get critical aid to people in affected communities.

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Our Stories

Can we really end poverty in our world?

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Blogs, Campaigns, Women's Empowerment and Poverty Alleviation (Bali, Indonesia)
May 29, 2023

Before the COVID-19 pandemic, significant progress had been made to alleviate poverty. In the first two decades of the millennium, global poverty rates had been cut by more than half and there was good reason to be optimistic about the future.  The optimism spurred world nations to come... [Read More]

How we can end poverty – together!

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Blogs, Campaigns, Women's Empowerment and Poverty Alleviation (Bali, Indonesia)
May 17, 2023

Here at UnitingWorld, we believe the most effective way to help people overcome poverty for good is sustainable development in partnership with local communities. Our partner church’s project to end poverty in rural Bali is a great example of the lives that we can change, and how by... [Read More]

Rev. James Bhagwan shares powerful message for UnitingWorld Sunday

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News
April 24, 2023

“As Christians, we are called to walk or to voyage in the way of Christ. To tread lightly on the earth and to sail gently on the seas. We are called to act justly, to be compassionate and to live humbly with our God.” General Secretary of the Pacific... [Read More]

UnitingWorld welcomes Peter Keegan as Head of Programs

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News
April 4, 2023

UnitingWorld has welcomed Peter Keegan as Head of Programs, replacing Jane Kennedy in the role (you can read her reflection on her time at UnitingWorld here). Peter has worked in the international development sector for over 17 years, in both programs and advocacy focused roles. Most recently he... [Read More]

A climate of peace

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Blogs
April 2, 2023

Rev Dr Steve Bevis is Minister at Burwood Croydon Uniting Church and Chair of the UnitingWorld Board. Blog Originally published on the Burwood Croydon Uniting Church website here.  Burwood Park is classic European Australian park at the edge of a now-bustling urban centre. People stream out of shop [Read More]

What does it take to lift a village out of poverty?

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Campaigns, News, Social Empowerment for Excluded Castes (India)
March 27, 2023

Imagine living in a rural village of about 250 people. It’s been your home since birth, and each day follows the simple but tough life of subsistence farming. Access to health services, education, and employment opportunities is severely limited, so, like everyone here, you make a living off... [Read More]

Jane Kennedy signs off

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Blogs
March 24, 2023

This week we said a very grateful and fond farewell to Jane Kennedy, who has been serving with us in various roles for a decade. We asked her to share a reflection on her time at UnitingWorld, which you can read below. She also spoke about her time... [Read More]

Update from India, UnitingWorld Update 1-2023

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News, Social Empowerment for Excluded Castes (India)
March 21, 2023

“I want to become a basketball champion when I grow up!” said Lakshmi* when asked about her aspirations for future. Like Lakshmi, many adolescent girls living in the Durgapur slum community want to pursue careers that defy gender norms and stereotypes. She attends a study centre that is... [Read More]

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