Values and principles

Our values and principles are fundamental to who we are and how we work as LWF World Service and as the Lutheran World Federation. These are crucial to our identity and codes of practice, and they inform the work that we do and the change that we work towards in the world in which we live.

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Values and principles

Dignity, Human Rights, and Justice

so that people can move out of poverty, and enjoy peaceful and sustainable lives

Compassion and Commitment

towards those who have been forgotten or are out of reach

Inclusion and Diversity

within our own workforce and with those we seek to support

Meaningful Participation

of all people where they can make decisions and keep others accountable

Transparency and Accountability

with communities, partners and donors

Humanity, Neutrality, Impartiality and Independence

as the basis of our approach