Growing up: The Methodist Church in Cambodia celebrates its 25th birthday
In a simple ceremony on 11 September, Cambodian Methodists and members of the founding organizations paid tribute to the church's path. This should increasingly lead to independence. Chamroeun Yi, Luon Rachana and Peter Siegfried tell us what excites and worries them and what they wish for the birthday child.
Hiking 42 kilometers for a good cause? No problem.
On September 6, a group of hikers set off from Bargen and arrived safely at the Munot after around 10 hours. Markus Da Rugna reports on this special tour through the canton of Schaffhausen.
Argentinian Protestant churches call for protection for pensioners
The current austerity policy is causing financial hardship for retired and sick people. The Association of Protestant Churches, to which the Methodist Church also belongs, believes this is unacceptable. It calls for more courageous and creative solutions from the government and appeals: "Choose life."
"Seeing the conditions in the camps was heartbreaking"
Cambodia and Thailand have been fighting over border areas again since May. Tens of thousands of people have fled. Connexio develop and the Methodist Church in Cambodia are supporting these people with aid packages.
"Climate change means much more than just: it's hot!"
A conversation with Socheata Chap, our coordinator in Cambodia, about climate change, her work and what gives her hope.
Gracias por todo! - A farewell interview with Flavia and Roman
In September, we bid farewell to Flavia Contreras and Roman Gnägi, our coordinators in South America. Before they embark on new paths, we asked them to look back on their most moving moments, share their successes - and perhaps even reveal a few secrets from their project work.
Emergency aid for people in the DR Congo
Bukavu, once a stronghold of resilience, is now in ruins. The capital of the province of South Kivu in the Democratic Republic of Congo has become a symbol of a forgotten crisis. While the world looks elsewhere, the people here are fighting for survival on a daily basis.
Renewed hostilities between Cambodia and Thailand
For over 60 years, Kamboja and Thailand have been fighting over the 800-kilometer-long area between Preah Vihear and Koh Kong. Now the dispute has escalated again. Sun Lophy, the president of the Methodist Church in Cambodia, has now spoken out.
Solar energy saves lives - even without electricity
As the world watches various conflicts unfold, Connexio develop and its partner organizations are providing concrete aid on the ground. The challenges are great, but with targeted measures, the aid reaches the people who need it most urgently.
Running with us! Hiking for Tirana
SAVE THE DATE
On September 6, you can hike and do good at the same time. We are counting on you!