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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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You have an essential role in healing a broken world.

Lent Event is UnitingWorld’s annual fundraising event, bringing people together to learn about our overseas partners and commit to end poverty. Pledge to live simply for the 40 days of Lent (17 Feb – 29 Mar 2021) and help our global neighbours be free from poverty and injustice.

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Our Stories

Three prayer requests for World Day of Prayer

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Blogs, Pray, Pray
March 3, 2021

“Prayer is a vital discipline for me. It is talking to our father for wisdom and strength. It’s a place to take refuge.” -Pastor Dorothy Jimmy, Presbyterian Women’s Missionary Union, Vanuatu. The World Day of Prayer is a global ecumenical movement led by Christian women who welcome you... [Read More]

The greatest change starts here

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Blogs
February 26, 2021

In so many places around the world, relationships between men and women can be a source of much pain, anger and suffering. Violence against women is distressingly widespread, not only in less developed nations but in our own communities. And attitudes are so deeply entrenched, in some places... [Read More]

Mavis says her chickens have helped her survive lockdowns

How your gifts are meeting urgent needs in Zimbabwe

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News, Sustainable Livelihoods and Health (Zimbabwe)
February 26, 2021

We’ve just been in touch with our partners from the Methodist Church of Zimbabwe and heard the very sad news that four ministers have died from COVID-19 in just a few short weeks. Zimbabwe has been experiencing a second COVID-19 wave, with more cases in January than all... [Read More]

The secret weapon in the fight against COVID-19

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Blogs
February 25, 2021

When it comes to beliefs, friendships are often more significant than facts. That's why relationships are the secret weapon in the war on COVID-19. [Read More]

Why I took the COVID-19 vaccine

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Blogs
February 25, 2021

Rev Mery Kolimon, Moderator of GMIT (the Christian Evangelical Church in Timor) writes about receiving the vaccine to inspire others, the role of the church and where she sees God at work during a disaster like COVID-19. The views expressed in this article are those of the author... [Read More]

Where are they now? Paramjit’s story

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News, Uncategorized
February 10, 2021

Do you remember Paramjit, from Amritsar in India? We bought you here story a few years ago as part of Lent Event. Watch it here! A mother of four and the sole provider for her family, she was struggling to put food on the table until our partners,... [Read More]

Is Lent what you’re looking for?

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Blogs
February 5, 2021

The world is turning to Lent in record numbers. But why? Isn’t it just an outdated Catholic attempt to demonise chocolate?  As enlightened people who live by grace, why would we get involved? Lent provides an opportunity for us to reset. It’s a call to refocus, reflect and... [Read More]

Coffee partnership to fight poverty

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News
January 27, 2021

Thanks to an exciting new partnership, you can now support our work by drinking great coffee! As part of their commitment to creating a more just world, Brisbane-based coffee company Blackstar Coffee Roasters have agreed to donate 10% from each coffee subscription towards our projects in Timor-Lest [Read More]

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