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CCA observes World AIDS Day 2024 with renewed call to ‘Take the Rights Path’
Posted On 01 December 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) observed World AIDS Day on 1 December 2024 with a resolute reaffirmation of its commitment to upholding the rights and dignity of individuals living with or affected by HIV. The theme of World’s AIDS Day-2024 ‘Take the Rights Path’,…
Asia regional consultation addresses strengthened focus on children's rights and healthcare access
Posted On 01 December 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Asia regional consultation on ‘Towards Enhancing Social Protection Measures for HIV-Affected Children and Teens in Asia’, organised by the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) as part of the Action Together in Combating HIV and AIDS in Asia (ATCHAA) initiative, underscored…
Asia regional consultation focusing on children and teens affected by HIV set to begin
Posted On 27 November 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: The regional consultation focusing on ‘Towards Enhancing Social Protection Measures for HIV Affected Children and Teens in Asia,’ organised by the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA), is scheduled to take place from 29 November to 1 December 2024. It will be held at the CCA…
CCA mourns the passing of Dr C. S. Song and reflects on the legacy of a luminary Asian theologian
Posted On 27 November 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: Rev. Prof. Dr C. S. Song, a renowned theologian and distinguished Professor Emeritus of Theology and Asian Cultures at the Pacific School of Religion, passed away on the morning of 26 November 2024 at the age of 95. Born in Tainan, Taiwan, C. S. Song received his early…
CCA urges member churches and councils to amplify efforts against violence towards women and girls
Posted On 25 November 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: On the 25th anniversary of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) renewed its urgent call to confront the enduring scourge of violence against women and girls (VAWG). In a statement released on 25 November…
Regional women’s consultation calls for transformative action to address gender-based violence and forced migration of women
Posted On 22 November 2024Bangkok, Thailand: The Asia regional consultation on ‘Gender-Based Violence and Forced Migration of Women: Towards Strengthening Gender Justice Advocacy’, which took place from 19 to 21 November 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand, came to a close with participants emphasising the need for collaborative,…
“If violence against women is a disease, we are now declared a pandemic," Yusmiati Vistamika Wangka challenges the feminisation of migration and violence against women
Posted On 22 November 2024Bangkok, Thailand: "If violence against women is a disease, we are now declared a pandemic" stated Yusmiati Vistamika Wangka of the Christian Action Centre for Migrant Domestic Workers in Hong Kong during her presentation on 'Violence Against Women in the Context of Forced Migration'. Ms Wangka…
Asian church women share harrowing instances of violence against women and stress for urgent action to ensure gender justice
Posted On 21 November 2024Bangkok, Thailand: The second day of the Asia regional consultation, organsied by the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA), on ‘Gender-Based Violence and Forced Migration of Women: Towards Strengthening Gender Justice Advocacy’ featured active and in-depth discussions on the ongoing widespread…
Cambodian churches commit to strengthen united witness and missional engagements through the revamped Kampuchea Christian Council
Posted On 21 November 2024Phnom Penh, Cambodia: The Kampuchea Christian Council (KCC) has entered a new phase in its mission and ecumenical witness. Local church leaders from various provinces of Cambodia who gathered at the General Assembly of KCC affirmed their commitment to strengthen the united witness and missional…
Asian ecumenical women discuss intertwined crises of forced migration and gender-based violence
Posted On 20 November 2024Bangkok, Thailand: Amid the rising challenges of gender-based violence and forced migration of women, the Asia regional consultation of the Christian Conference of Asia’s (CCA) Ecumenical Women’s Action Against Violence (EWAAV) programme is focusing on exploring the Church’s role in amplifying…
CCA reaffirms commitment to upholding children’s rights on World Children’s Day 2024
Posted On 20 November 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: On World Children’s Day, Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) has reaffirmed its dedication to advocating for the rights, and well-being of children across Asia. Observed annually on 20 November, this day serves as a call to amplify children’s voices and reaffirm global…
Asian Church women to deliberate on Gender-Based Violence and Forced Migration
Posted On 18 November 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Asia regional consultation of the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) with the theme “Gender-Based Violence and Forced Migration of Women: Towards Strengthening Gender Justice Advocacy” will be held at Bangkok Christian Guest House from 19 to 21 November 2024 in Bangkok,…
Regional interfaith conference on faith-based engagements to reverse the HIV epidemic in Asia concludes with renewed commitment
Posted On 17 November 2024Phnom Penh, Cambodia: The regional interfaith conference on ‘Reversing the HIV Epidemic in Asia: Faith-Based Engagements’, organised by the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) and the World Council of Churches (WCC), concluded with participants reinforcing the collective commitment of faith-based…
Mental health care of vulnerable individuals affected by HIV needs to be recognised and prioritised by faith communities, affirm experts from across Asia
Posted On 17 November 2024Phnom Penh, Cambodia: A recurring theme at the Asia Regional Interfaith Conference on ‘Reversing the HIV Epidemic in Asia: Faith-Based Engagements’, organised by the CCA and WCC in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, was the mental health care of vulnerable individuals affected by HIV. The third day of the…
Cambodia’s dark history and lessons learned in combating HIV and AIDS analysed at interfaith conference in Phnom Penh
Posted On 16 November 2024Phnom Penh, Cambodia: The ongoing regional interfaith conference on ‘Reversing the HIV Epidemic in Asia: Faith-Based Engagements’, included a special session on ‘Understanding Cambodian Realities: An Overview of Historical Perspectives’, which offered participants a poignant opportunity to reflect…
Asian youth leaders share best practices and challenges on HIV at regional interfaith conference
Posted On 16 November 2024Phnom Penh, Cambodia: The Asian interfaith conference on ‘Reversing the HIV Epidemic’ drew attention to the voices of young people working in the area of health and healing from across Asia. During a panel discussion on ‘Trends in HIV Prevalence Among Youth in Asia’, four youth leaders from…
Asian interfaith leaders call for deeper community engagement in overcoming stigma and increased access to health care for those affected by HIV
Posted On 15 November 2024Phnom Penh, Cambodia: Interfaith leaders attending the regional conference on ‘Reversing the HIV Epidemic in Asia: Faith-Based Engagements’ called for collaborative efforts to deepen community engagement, overcome stigma, and increase healthcare access for people affected by HIV. The session,…
CCA-WCC regional interfaith conference gathers in Cambodia to chart a path to reverse the HIV epidemic in Asia
Posted On 15 November 2024Phnom Penh, Cambodia: The Asian interfaith conference on ‘Reversing the HIV Epidemic in Asia: Faith Based Engagements’ has commenced in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Over eighty representatives from different religions, networks of people living with HIV (PLHIV), NGOs working in the field of health and…
CCA-WCC Interfaith Conference on ‘Reversing the HIV Epidemic in Asia: Faith-Based Engagements’ to begin in Cambodia
Posted On 11 November 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) and the World Council of Churches (WCC) will jointly organise a regional interfaith conference on 'Reversing the HIV Epidemic in Asia: Faith-Based Engagements’ from 14 to 16 November 2024 in Cambodia. Organised as part of CCA’s Action…
CCA General Secretary extends greetings at 18th General Assembly of the Communion of Churches in Indonesia (PGI)
Posted On 09 November 2024Toraja – South Sulawesi, Indonesia: The 18th General Assembly of the Communion of Churches in Indonesia (PGI), the largest national ecumenical council of 97 Christian churches in the country, began on the morning of 8 November 2024 in Rantepao, Toraja, Indonesia. Hosted by the Toraja Church, the…
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South Asian Theological Students Gather in Colombo to Discuss Good Governance, Integrity Leadership, and Stewardship in Parish Ministry
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CCA General Secretary calls prospective church and ecumenical leaders trained at AEI-2025 to embrace diversity and nurture inclusivity
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International consultation urges churches to lead advocacy against human trafficking, forced migration, and cybercrimes in Asia
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Experts highlight critical role of Faith-Based Organisations in combatting human trafficking and cybercrime at CCA’s international consultation
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“Combatting human trafficking and cybercrimes in Asia should be an urgent priority”, speakers of CCA’s international consultation affirm
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CCA releases a volume on ‘Echoes of Nicaea: Enduring Faith and Embracing Unity’
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Churches in Timor-Leste commemorate 1700th Anniversary of Nicene Creed in an ecumenical celebration
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Asian Ecumenical Institute (AEI) 2025 begins at CCA headquarters
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Asian Ecumenical Institute-2025, month-long leadership development training set to commence
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CCA urges Asian churches to unite in ending human trafficking and exploitation across Asia
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Metropolitan Mar Aprem of the Chaldean Syrian Church, an Indian ecumenical leader, passes away
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CCA condemns escalation of war in Iran, urges ceasefire
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CCA calls for compassionate action for refugees on World Refugee Day 2025
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CCA invites applications for Training of Young Peacebuilders in Conflict Transformation
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The first Women’s Concerns Programme Secretary of CCA, Rev. Dr Elizabeth S. Tapia, passes away
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CCA organises third workshop in India on Good Governance, Integrity Leadership and Stewardship in Parish Ministry
