International development agency Christian Aid, is hosting a series of monthly online sessions, launching on Monday, January 13 from 7-8pm.
The aim is to help people understand more about the causes of global poverty and how they can speak up in way which helps create change.
Jess Hall, Campaigns and Organising Officer with the charity, said: “We are excited to be launching these sessions online for 2025.
“Each month we will gather as a community of people to act on global poverty. We will hear from people speaking up for change in their churches and communities in the UK and from communities standing up to injustice around the world.
“Together we’ll spend an hour connecting our faith with ways we can take impactful action for global justice.”
Christian Aid supporters have taken part in many change-making events and activities over the years – from petitions to prayer vigils.
Last year, more than 600 people downloaded the organisation’s guide to Breaking Bread with their MP – whether that’s through a coffee morning or a bring and share lunch. Resources include videos which explain what the organisation itself is asking of the UK Government – such as putting peace first or cancelling the debts of low income countries.
Around 1,500 churches and individuals have also signed up for the Act on Poverty course – which is now available in a condensed two hour version – to learn more about the issues in the UK and globally, and how to engage with MPs.
Liz Lunt is a volunteer Christian Aid climate justice campaigner from Lewes, East Sussex, who says even small steps towards a bigger goal can make a difference.
She added: “The most important thing I’ve learnt from being part of Christian Aid’s campaign action is to seize every opportunity to put faith into action.
“After talking with other supporters and Christian Aid staff I feel equipped and encouraged to continue campaigning on justice issues and try out the skills I’ve learnt, for example, joining with other like-minded groups and individuals to raise awareness and connecting with the wider community, political leaders and decision makers.”
Twenty-three-year-old Ian Bell is an International Relations Master’s graduate from Nottingham University, and has clear ideas about wanting to make a difference in the world.
He said he was inspired to join Faith into Action by the desire to be a part of something greater than himself: “Being involved in Faith into Action has allowed me to spread awareness and garner support for immensely important issues such as climate justice – which affects the most vulnerable communities in our global society.
“I enjoy meeting and campaigning alongside people of all ages because there is a vast range of experiences and perspectives – I then take what I’ve learned from others – for example, how to identify the most influential people within my community – and improve my campaigning.
“Taking part in the webinars encourages me to be more outspoken and more extroverted. It helps me to feel more at ease with coming out of my shell, and fortifies my confidence.
“The most inspiring thing about meeting people is that it fills you with hope and the belief that others do care about people less fortune than themselves, and they are willing to act on these concerns.”
To sign up for the Faith in Action webinar simply fill out the form in the Faith into Action Session, (in the campaigns section of the Christian Aid website), which will provide all the information necessary for joining.
