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

Child Safety in Faith Communities: Moving from Words to Actions
SVRI: Faith & Gender CoP Evidence Building Working Group Research Report
Transforming Faith-Based Responses to Gender-Based Violence (GBV): Evidence and Action from Africa and Latin America
Formative Research on Faith, Ecology, Sustainability and Conservation in Indonesia
Religious Engagement and Global Affairs: Whither the Multireligious?
Reflections on the Role of Faith Actors in Refugee Responses
Thinking Faith Engagement beyond Faith: the Spiritual Dimension in the World Health Organization
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Recent News

Strengthening the Nexus of Faith, Gender and Immunization: Turning Evidence into Action for Children and Communities
Strengthening the Nexus of Faith, Gender and Immunization: Turning Evidence into Action for Children and Communities
Partner Spotlight: The Peacemaker Corps Foundation Kenya
Partner Spotlight: The Peacemaker Corps Foundation Kenya
JLI and Christian Aid Convene Global Symposium on Faith and Climate Migration
JLI and Christian Aid Convene Global Symposium on Faith and Climate Migration
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Upcoming Events

Strategic Religious Engagement in Ecology, Sustainability, and Conservation in Indonesia

Strategic Religious Engagement in Ecology, Sustainability, and Conservation in Indonesia

2025-04-22

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Latest Blog Posts

Reflections on the Hidden Peacebuilders Network Burundi Stakeholder Workshop

Reflections on the Hidden Peacebuilders Network Burundi Stakeholder Workshop

Can Sacred Spaces Help Heal from Trauma?

Can Sacred Spaces Help Heal from Trauma?

Religious Engagement in Stability and Peacemaking: A Cornerstone of Societal Harmony

Religious Engagement in Stability and Peacemaking: A Cornerstone of Societal Harmony

We Come Together, Act, and Turn Faith Into the Future – A Declaration

We Come Together, Act, and Turn Faith Into the Future – A Declaration

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