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.
Recent News
JLI Hosts Second Global Town Hall on Faith, Evidence, and Inner Development
JLI CEO/President Maurice A. Bloem Featured in Interfaith Dialogue Podcast Episode
Key Consultation of Religious Scholars and Social Leaders in Pakistan – New Narrative for Faith Based Interventions
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Upcoming Events
Empowered Worldview: Evidence of faith-based programming on mindsets and child well-being in rural Tanzania
2025-06-10
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Latest Blog Posts
Can Sacred Spaces Help Heal from Trauma?
Religious Engagement in Stability and Peacemaking: A Cornerstone of Societal Harmony
We Come Together, Act, and Turn Faith Into the Future – A Declaration
When Aid Falls Short: The Evolving Role of International Faith-Based Organizations in Development and Humanitarianism
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