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marts 2026
25mar09:0011:00Launch of Faith4Restoration
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In 2025 CKU has started a collaboration with the Worldwide Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Beliefs and Values Programme on the project Faith4Restoration in Tanzania.
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In 2025 CKU has started a collaboration with the Worldwide Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Beliefs and Values Programme on the project Faith4Restoration in Tanzania. The project engages faith actors and faith as a key entry point in restoration initiatives of pasture zones for pastoral Masais. The outcome of the project is to restore livelihoods of the involved Masais through conservation and restoration of soil erosion, gullies, degraded lands and overgrazing. Faith actors play a crucial role in mobilizing community members and advocating for more sustainable policy frameworks.
WWF’s Beliefs and Values progamme recognizes that all of society must be engaged if we are to stop the destruction of nature and restore balance to the Earth. WWF’s BVP recognizes that religious groups are the largest part of civil society: 85% of the world population is affiliated with a religion or spiritual tradition. Despite this, faith actors continue to be underrepresented as stakeholders in the work with climate adaptation, conservation and restoration.
Join the launch of Faith4Restoration and learn more about the project and the work with faith and restoration. The launch will also be the start of a learning community, that will be a platform for learning, knowledge exchange and sharing of events. Read more about the learning community in the attached Terms of Reference and Follow the Faith4Restoration network by joining Faith4Restoration What’s app group: Invitation til WhatsApp-gruppe
The Launch will take place on the 25th of March from 9-11 CET.
Register for the online event here: Launch of Faith4Restoration
Program:
9:00 Welcome and introduction to the Faith4Restoration network, by senior advisor Annika Bach, CKU.
9:15 Why Beliefs and Values Matter in the work with conservation and restoration, Head of WWF’s Beliefs & Values Programme, Chantal Elkin
9:30 Introduction to the Faith4Restoration project, Project Lead, Jane Shuma, WWF Tanzania.
10:00 Famer managed Natural Regeneration, World Vision Tanzania, Resilience and livelihood program Technical Coordinator, Rahel Lemson.
10:30 Group Work
10:50 Wrap up and Goodbye
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April 2026
15apr00:0000:00Deadline for project proposals (FoRB-Window)
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15apr00:0000:00Deadline for project proposals (CKU-fund)
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15apr09:0011:30CKU Diakonia Seminar: Session 2 – Exploring Diakonia: Asset-Based Approaches
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Date and time: Wednesday, April 15, 2026 | Time: 09:00–11:30 CETLocation: Online via Zoom CKU invites you to join a series
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Date and time: Wednesday, April 15, 2026 | Time: 09:00–11:30 CET
Location: Online via Zoom
CKU invites you to join a series of interactive online seminars designed to deepen understanding of practical approaches to diakonia. Each session will focus on specific tools and strategies that can strengthen diaconal work in churches and faith-based organizations, but also consider the challenges faced by partners in their diaconal work and the delicate balances that need addressing.
In this second session, you will discover how approaches like Church and Community Mobilization Process (CCMP) and Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) can transform communities by shifting from dependency to empowerment. Partners will share practical experiences and lessons learned. The session will conclude with an interactive dialogue on how these approaches can be adapted to your context.
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Deadline for registration: February 10, 2026
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22apr09:0012:00Safeguarding in practice
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Date and time: April 22, 2026, 9:00–12:00Location: Online via Zoom On 22 April 2026, from 09:00–12:00 CET, CKU will host an
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Date and time: April 22, 2026, 9:00–12:00
Location: Online via Zoom
On 22 April 2026, from 09:00–12:00 CET, CKU will host an online Safeguarding seminar. By 2026, CKU will have worked with Safeguarding for two years, including facilitating annual seminars and supporting partner organisations in the Global South to establish complaints and response mechanisms.
This seminar will therefore be practice-oriented and focus on practical development and implementation of complaint mechanisms. It will bring together partner and member organisations across the CKU network to exchange best practices, reflect on challenges, and learn together. After a short introduction to Safeguarding, the programme will centre on case-based presentations and structured peer-to-peer learning.
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29apr09:0011:00Launch of CKU Community of Practice - Diaconal Child Protection
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Date: Tuesday April 29, 2026 | Time: 09:00–11:00 CET Join us online for the official launch of CKU’s Community of Practice –
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Date: Tuesday April 29, 2026 | Time: 09:00–11:00 CET
Join us online for the official launch of CKU’s Community of Practice – Diaconal Child Protection. This interactive session will build on insights from the partnership conference in Arusha and introduce a shared learning space for child protection practices rooted in diaconal values. Through short presentations and group dialogue we will establish themes and next steps for collaboration. The hope is to create further connection among practitioners committed to child-centered, context-sensitive approaches, fostering a network for mutual inspiration and support.
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Launch of CKU Community of Practice – Diaconal Child Protection – Udfyld formular
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juni 2026
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VSLA as Economic Empowerment through Local Church Groups Date and time: Wednesday, June 10, 2026 | 09:00–11:30 CETLocation: Online via Zoom
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VSLA as Economic Empowerment through Local Church Groups
Date and time: Wednesday, June 10, 2026 | 09:00–11:30 CET
Location: Online via Zoom
CKU invites you to join a series of interactive online seminars designed to deepen understanding of practical approaches to diakonia. Each session will focus on specific tools and strategies that can strengthen diaconal work in churches and faith-based organizations, but also consider the challenges faced by partners in their diaconal work and the delicate balances that need addressing.
In this third session we will learn about how Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLA) organized by church groups can strengthen financial resilience and community development. We will explore practical strategies for organizing and sustaining savings groups within faith communities, drawing on lessons from real-world implementations. Discussions will cover governance, accountability, and how economic empowerment initiatives can strengthen both livelihoods and social cohesion.
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Deadline for registration: June 5, 2026
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juli 2026
13jul(jul 13)00:0002aug(aug 2)00:00CKU's secretariat will be closed for summer holidays
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The secretariat will be closed during weeks 29, 30, and 31
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The secretariat will be closed during weeks 29, 30, and 31
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August 2026
13jul(jul 13)00:0002aug(aug 2)00:00CKU's secretariat will be closed for summer holidays
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The secretariat will be closed during weeks 29, 30, and 31
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The secretariat will be closed during weeks 29, 30, and 31
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25aug09:0010:30Grant Management
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Date and time: Tuesday, August 25, 9:00–10:30 AMLocation: Online via Zoom The course on Grant Management will introduce grant holders to
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Date and time: Tuesday, August 25, 9:00–10:30 AM
Location: Online via Zoom
The course on Grant Management will introduce grant holders to CKU’s Grant Management Guidelines and the procedures and requirements related to project management. The course will include two tracks – one on financial/administrative management, and one on a management theme related to project implementation.
Programme for the event will be made available in the beginning of August 2026 at the latest.
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Date and time: Wednesday, August 26, 2026 | 09:00–11:30 CETLocation: Online via Zoom CKU invites you to join a series of
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Date and time: Wednesday, August 26, 2026 | 09:00–11:30 CET
Location: Online via Zoom
CKU invites you to join a series of interactive online seminars designed to deepen understanding of practical approaches to diakonia. Each session will focus on specific tools and strategies that can strengthen diaconal work in churches and faith-based organizations, but also consider the challenges faced by partners in their diaconal work and the delicate balances that need addressing.
In this forth session we will learn from experiences with different trauma healing approaches grounded in biblical principles. It introduces practical methods for supporting emotional and spiritual recovery, focusing on group dynamics and participatory techniques. We will also become familiar with using visuals particularly working with children. Participants will together reflect on how these strategies can be applied in diverse contexts to promote resilience and holistic well-being within faith-based frameworks.
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Deadline for registration: August 21, 2026
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September 2026
09sep09:0012:00Diaconal locally led development
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Date and time: 9. september 2026, 9-12 CET. Location: Online via Zoom Diaconal locally led development is the process of transferring ownership
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Date and time: 9. september 2026, 9-12 CET.
Location: Online via Zoom
Diaconal locally led development is the process of transferring ownership and decision-making to local communities by adapting projects to each unique context, focusing on empowering local communities and marginalized groups to define their own development priorities and solutions so that transformation emerges from within.
This course will explore the opportunities and challenges of faith actors in facilitating locally led development. The course will assess how faith actors can use their unique ability to access and engage with local communities to ensure that interventions are contextually relevant, as well as their role as trusted intermediaries to facilitate inclusive platforms where local voices can be heard.
The course will also look into how challenges of faith actors due to hierarchal structure, power imbalances and instrumentalization can counteract locally led development.
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Diaconal locally led development
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oktober 2026
08okt00:0000:00Deadline for project proposals (FoRB-Window)
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08okt00:0000:00Deadline for project proposals (CKU-fund)
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28okt09:0012:00Online Safeguarding Seminar: Cultural Dimensions of Abuse Prevention
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Date and time: October 28, 2026, 9:00–12:00Location: Online via Zoom On October 28, 2026, from 09:00–12:00 CET, CKU will again host
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Date and time: October 28, 2026, 9:00–12:00
Location: Online via Zoom
On October 28, 2026, from 09:00–12:00 CET, CKU will again host an online safeguarding seminar for CKU members and partners. This seminar addresses how cultural contexts influence conversations and actions around safeguarding. Together we will explore:
- The role of cultural norms in shaping approaches to abuse prevention in church settings
- How to build ownership in locally grounded safeguarding systems
- How to develop a culturally resonant safeguarding system that aligns with universal protection principles
- Practical strategies for fostering dialogue and trust within diverse communities
The session will feature case presentations by partners, offering real-world examples and insights to guide discussion. Participants will engage in peer learning to develop safeguarding practices that respect local realities while ensuring accountability and protection.
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