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

Inner Development Goals and Addressing Global Challenges
African Initiated Churches and Ecological Sustainability: An Empirical Exploration
S4E4 of the SVRI Podcast: Working with Faith Leaders in Prevention & Response to Gender Based Violence:
Towards a Legacy of Resilience: Faith-led Food Systems Transformation Summit
Findings from a Theology-Informed Training for Ethiopian Orthodox Clergy
The mediating effect of positive and negative religious coping, compassion and resilience on the relationship between negative life events and wellbeing among women in Kenya, the Philippines, Nicaragua and Spain
Reclaiming Orthodoxy: Strengthening Religious Literacy to Counter Violent Extremism
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Recent News

Partner Spotlight: Islamic Relief Pakistan
Partner Spotlight: Islamic Relief Pakistan
JLI Welcomes New Board Members and Senior Researcher
JLI Welcomes New Board Members and Senior Researcher
JLI launches the Southern Africa Shared Learning Hub on Gender-Based Violence through Faith and Evidence
JLI launches the Southern Africa Shared Learning Hub on Gender-Based Violence through Faith and Evidence
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Upcoming Events

11th Annual Symposium on the Role of Religion and Faith-Based Organizations in International Affairs

11th Annual Symposium on the Role of Religion and Faith-Based Organizations in International Affairs

2025-04-03

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Latest Blog Posts

Local peacebuilders celebrate “Do No Harm” initiatives at World Vision–Ateneo DS “Empowered Worldview” workshop

Local peacebuilders celebrate “Do No Harm” initiatives at World Vision–Ateneo DS “Empowered Worldview” workshop

Faith and Positive Change for Children, Families and Communities : A Catalyst for Community Transformation through Faith Leaders – Part 3

Faith and Positive Change for Children, Families and Communities : A Catalyst for Community Transformation through Faith Leaders – Part 3

Faith and Positive Change for Children and Families : A Catalyst for Community Transformation through Faith Leaders – Part 2

Faith and Positive Change for Children and Families : A Catalyst for Community Transformation through Faith Leaders – Part 2

Faith and Positive Change for Children, Families and Communities : A Catalyst for Community Transformation through Faith Leaders – Part 1

Faith and Positive Change for Children, Families and Communities : A Catalyst for Community Transformation through Faith Leaders – Part 1

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