Poverty is an outrage against humanity. It robs people of dignity, freedom and hope, of power over their own lives.
Christian Aid has a vision – an end to poverty – and we believe that vision can become a reality. Christian Aid’s essential purpose therefore is to expose the scandal of poverty, to help in practical ways to root it out from the world and to challenge and change the systems that favour the rich and powerful over the poor and marginalised.
We contribute our passion and experience to the broad movement of people who use their faith, talents and energies to fight for a better life for all.
In supporting this movement, we serve the churches in Britain and Ireland. We are driven by the gospel of good news to the poor, and are inspired by the vision of a new earth where all people can live in justice, peace and plenty.
Find out more about the theological thinking behind Christian Aid's work with the series of papers below.
NEW:Theology from the global South
This paper explores southern theological perspectives on our work, within the framework of our relational theology and new corporate strategy.
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International development
This presents the relational theology that underpins Christian Aid’s activities and opens a discussion on poverty and theology.
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All creation groaning
This paper examines a theological approach to climate change.
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The Gospel and the rich
Paula Clifford, Christian Aid's head of theology, looks at how theology informs our perspective on the issue of taxation.
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HIV in Asia: cultural and theological perspectives
Our theology paper takes a unique look at the way that faith leaders in Asia understand HIV.
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Theology and the HIV/AIDS epidemic
Where is God in the HIV/AIDS epidemic? What can the churches do to stop the epidemic spreading?
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One land and many voices
A brief overview of theological approaches to understanding the situation in the Holy Land.
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