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African Faith Leaders Endorse Addis Ababa Faith Declaration on Climate Justice

9/8/2025

Religious leaders and faith-based organizations from across Africa convened for the Pre-Summit Faith Workshop, where they formally endorsed the Addis Ababa Faith Declaration on Climate Justice.

African Faith Leaders Endorse Addis Ababa Faith Declaration on Climate Justice

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia – Religious leaders and faith-based organizations from across Africa convened for the Pre-Summit Faith Workshop, where they formally endorsed the Addis Ababa Faith Declaration on Climate Justice.

The event hosted together key partners including ACT Alliance, the Ethiopian Orthodox Church Development and Inter-Church Aid Commission (EOC-DICAC), the All-Africa Conference of Churches (AACC), the Inter-Religious Council of Ethiopia, and the Consortium for Climate Change Ethiopia.

The workshop amplified a strong moral call for urgent global action on climate change, debt relief, equitable climate finance, peace, food sovereignty, and the dignity of women and youth. Faith leaders stressed that their voices must shape Africa’s climate and finance agenda, particularly in the lead-up to the African Climate Summit (ACS2) and COP30.

Speaking at the gathering, representatives highlighted that climate justice is not only an environmental issue but also a moral and spiritual imperative. They emphasized the responsibility of faith communities to advocate for vulnerable populations most affected by climate change and economic injustice.

The Addis Ababa Faith Declaration is expected to serve as a unifying framework, urging governments and international actors to adopt policies that reflect fairness, solidarity, and respect for human dignity.

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Better Dairy, Better Lives A Priest Becoming a change Agent for Dairy Farming

Mela’eke Selam Lealem, a dedicated priest deeply invested in the well-being of his community, resides In the Awi Zone, Banja Woreda, Bassa Kebele.

The EOTC DICAC team, met Mela’eke Selam during the training of trainers’ session in the "Better Dairy for All" project, representing the Banja Woreda Church, eager to explore new experiences for improvement.

In earlier years, Mela’eke struggled to provide adequate milk for his children, largely due to a lack of understanding of its nutritional benefits. However, the training session was a turning point for him. Upon learning about the vital role of milk plays in child development and the impact of its absence, concern him. Determined to change the course of his children’s lives, he made a quick decision

Upon returning from the training, Mela’eke Selam invested in a milk cow, significantly enhancing his family’s nutrition and ensuring his children's health from the adverse effects of malnutrition. This project not only fostered their health but also brought joy and a sense of accomplishment to his household.

Inspired by his newfound knowledge, Mela’eke Selam saw an opportunity to extend his impact beyond his family. He intended to purchase additional milk cows and plan to renting out milk to neighbors. He aimed to boost both his income and the community’s health.

Mela’eke is now not just a participant in the "Better Dairy for All" project, he is a proactive champion, aspiring to continue expanding his dairy production and inspire those around him. His ambition is clear— he plans to acquire another cow in the near future, turning his vision into reality and realizing his dream of a healthier community.