Events

In contrast to countries in the Global North, countries in the Global South are often portrayed as "underdeveloped" and in need of help. Such ideas of development are partly based on outdated colonial stereotypes and racist clichés. Language and images used by humanitarian organizations also shape this perception.

The Worldview platform gives church employees and other interested parties an insight into the wide range of services offered by Mission 21. This is exemplified by the Mission 21 campaign, which focuses on interreligious cooperation for peace and justice in 2025.

The "Get-together" is a new format from young@mission21, which aims to facilitate regular exchanges between young adults from our international network. The format is closely linked to our podcast Young Voices and offers space for exchange, discussion and questions about the topics covered in the podcast.

Various places in Basel remind us of the city's special missionary history and its international links with colonialism. What entanglements of the past continue to have an impact today? The tour makes this visible in the city.

Birth is a profound event that combines religious, social and personal dimensions. Together with three other organizations, Mission 21 is hosting an interfaith women's parliament on this topic. The event offers space to explore interfaith approaches and reflect on the role of faith, rituals and community in issues such as silent birth, impairment and childlessness.

Poetry from different cultures tell of longing, courage and personal paths. Music by Afi Sika Kuzeawu, a Swiss Togolese double bass player, singer, composer and dancer.

Christian theology is increasingly criticised for privileging Eurocentric ideas and notions of whiteness, thus cementing power imbalances that date back to colonial times. How can the diverse voices that contribute to global Christianity be heard here? How can we decolonise theology?

Various places in Basel recall the city's special mission history and its international involvement with colonialism. The guided tour makes the colonial history of the city visible and its points of contact with the Basel mission. Which entanglements of the past continue to have an effect today?

Various places in Basel recall the city's special mission history and its international involvement with colonialism. The guided tour makes the colonial history of the city visible and its points of contact with the Basel mission. Which entanglements of the past continue to have an effect today?

In the heart of the Andes, Mission 21 is working with our partner organizations in Bolivia and Peru to help people whose livelihoods are threatened by climate change and environmental pollution and to promote equal rights for women and girls. The trip takes place from April 14 to May 2, 2025 and offers tourist highlights and enriching encounters with the local people.