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 2026 Evidence Brief on Faith, Gender, and Immunization

This specialized resource from the JLI and UNICEF ROSA synthesizes key evidence on the social and cultural dynamics affecting polio eradication in Pakistan and Afghanistan. It focuses specifically on the intersection of religious influence, gender-related barriers, and vaccine misinformation.

Drawing on insights from religious scholars, local institutions, and frontline workers across the region, this brief provides actionable, evidence-informed recommendations to help you effectively engage faith actors and navigate complex community trust issues to ensure every child is reached.

Evidence Library

Latest Resources

Discursive Constructions of Domestic Corps-Based and International Social Outreach in The Salvation Army
Religio-Cultural Determinants of Reactions to Climate Change and Related Security Risks in Traditional Religious Communities in Northern Mozambique
Building Resilience in the Face of Climate Change: The Case of the Lutheran Church in Southern Madagascar
The Role and Impact of Faith-Based Organisations in the Management of and Response to COVID-19 in Low-Resource Settings
Religious Actors for Gender Equality – SDG 5: A Reflection on the Side by Side Faith Movement for Gender Justice
Religion and Sustainable Development in Africa: Neo-Pentecostal Economies in Perspective
Contesting the Dynamics of Secular Development: An Ontology of Trinitarian Well-Being as Christian Rationale for Human Well-Being
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Recent News

New Resource Launched: Evidence Brief on Faith, Gender and Immunization: Overcoming Barriers to Polio Eradication in Pakistan and Afghanistan 
New Resource Launched: Evidence Brief on Faith, Gender and Immunization: Overcoming Barriers to Polio Eradication in Pakistan and Afghanistan 
JLI at CSW70: Global Engagement in New York City
JLI at CSW70: Global Engagement in New York City
Partner Spotlight: Shafak Organization
Partner Spotlight: Shafak Organization
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Upcoming Events

Faith-led Food Systems: Launching the Rwanda Summit Report

Faith-led Food Systems: Launching the Rwanda Summit Report

2025-05-20

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Latest Blog Posts

Reflections from the Pan-African Faith & Gender Justice Conference 2025

Reflections from the Pan-African Faith & Gender Justice Conference 2025

Ubuntu in Action: Reflections from the G20 Interfaith Forum in Cape Town

Ubuntu in Action: Reflections from the G20 Interfaith Forum in Cape Town

Reclaiming the Divine Duty: A Faith-Inspired Call to Protect Every Child

Reclaiming the Divine Duty: A Faith-Inspired Call to Protect Every Child

Empowering Communities Through Faith: The Salvation Army Pakistan’s Holistic Approach to Child Well-being and Social Change

Empowering Communities Through Faith: The Salvation Army Pakistan’s Holistic Approach to Child Well-being and Social Change

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