Canadian Lutheran World Relief
Canadian Lutheran World Relief (CLWR) carries out international emergency relief, development programming and volunteer coordination, as well as refugee resettlement and alternative trade merchandising in Canada, on behalf of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada and Lutheran Church–Canada.
Mission
Inspired by God's love for humanity, CLWR challenges the causes and responds to the consequences of human suffering and poverty.
As a specialized agency of the Lutheran community in Canada, CLWR offers Canadians opportunities to serve the needs of others.
Vision
A world where people live in justice, peace and dignity, united in diversity, and empowered to achieve their universal rights to basic needs and quality of life.
Values
- Principles of justice
- Dignity
- Stewardship of resources
- Partnership
- Accountability and transparency
Latest from Canadian Lutheran World Relief
Palestine: better care eases burden for patients and carers
Mar 05, 2010
A Canadian Lutheran World Relief project doubled the number of beds in an East Jerusalem hospital, bringing relief especially to women.