Strengthening Evidence-Based Faith Engagement

Full and appropriate engagement of the capacities of faith actors in the achievement of humanitarian and development goals through effective partnerships with public sector and secular entities, as well as among religious groups themselves.

What We Do

Start here to learn more about the evidence on the role of faith actors in humanitarian and development work.

New to Religions & Development?

Start here to learn about the role of faith actors in humanitarian and development work.

Learn More About the JLI Learning Hubs

JLI convenes multisector hubs to increase the evidence of faith engagement, policy and practice.

Research & Knowledge Partnerships

JLI works with organizations worldwide to build evidence and serve as a knowledge partner.

The JLI Fair and Equitable Approach

We support the continued struggle to change narratives and pursue anti-racism.

SPOTLIGHT

The 2022 State of the Evidence in Religions and Development Report

This flagship report from the JLI summarizes the evidence on religious activities in development in relation to health, the environment, gender, migration, peace and conflict, and violence against children.

Reviewing research from authors around the world, this report helps you to quickly identify useful and trust-worthy evidence when considering the roles of religions in development.

Evidence Library

Latest Resources

نحو منظمة ذات نهج عادلٍ ومنصفٍ – Towards a Fair and Equitable Organisation (Arabic version)
Towards a Fair and Equitable Organisation – Experiences from the Joint Learning Initiative on Faith and Local Communities
Acia una Organización Justa y Equitativa – Experiencias de la Joint Learning Initiative on Faith and Local Communities
المبادئ التوجيهية لمبادرة التعلّم المشترك ذات نهج عادلٍ ومنصفٍ – Guiding Principles for a Fair & Equitable JLI in Arabic

Recent News

New Report on our Fair & Equitable Approach
New Report on our Fair & Equitable Approach
Book Your Podcast Interview with our Interim CEO/President, Maurice A. Bloem, for the Walk Talk Listen Special Series
Book Your Podcast Interview with our Interim CEO/President, Maurice A. Bloem, for the Walk Talk Listen Special Series
Interfaith Unity Transforming Lives of Children and Families Together
Interfaith Unity Transforming Lives of Children and Families Together

Upcoming Events

MEAL Hub Meeting: Survey Reflections & Future Directions

MEAL Hub Meeting: Survey Reflections & Future Directions

2025-04-10

Latest Blog Posts

When Aid Falls Short: The Evolving Role of International Faith-Based Organizations in Development and Humanitarianism
When Aid Falls Short: The Evolving Role of International Faith-Based Organizations in Development and Humanitarianism
Faith and Peace: Insights from the Hidden Peacebuilders Network in Nairobi
Faith and Peace: Insights from the Hidden Peacebuilders Network in Nairobi
Religious Leader’s Engagement in Disaster Management
Religious Leader’s Engagement in Disaster Management
Hidden Peacebuilders Network meeting in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – June 2024
Hidden Peacebuilders Network meeting in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – June 2024