Presentation
The World Forum on Theology and Liberation (WFTL) is an international space for convergence that brings together theologians, researchers, and activists engaged in liberation theologies. Founded in 2005 in Porto Alegre, the WFTL meets regularly in conjunction with the World Social Forum to debate, exchange ideas, and publish on themes such as social justice, decoloniality, ecology, gender, and human rights. Open to all religious and spiritual traditions, the Forum opposes all forms of oppression and works for the dignity of all peoples.
Mission
The World Forum on Theology and Liberation (WFTL), since its inception, has aimed to be a space or platform for convergence, encounter, and exchange among theologies, or among theologians, who, throughout the world, are committed to the principle of liberation in their personal, regional, and international contexts. Its identity is manifested in its outputs: exchanges, debates, publications, and spiritual and artistic spaces, all aligned with its thematic areas and principles.
Participation in WSF 2026
Organize and lead panels, workshops, and celebrations as part of the 12th World Forum on Theology and Liberation (WFTL), held in Cotonou from July 31 to August 8, 2026, in conjunction with the World Social Forum. The WFTL will also participate in WSF activities through open thematic panels on climate justice, feminism in religious spaces, and liberation theologies worldwide.
Proposed activities (3)
The Gospel of the Revolution (dir. Drouet, 2024) — Screening and Discussion
A special workshop organized by the World Forum on Theology and Liberation (WFTL) featuring a screening of the documentary The…
Climate change: Earth rights and the rights of the poor.
The global system of domination respects no limits, has no borders, and accepts no regulations. It acts in an imperial…
Listening and Creating: Feminist Conversations in Religious Spaces
We recognize that in general, the field of religion continues to be under strong patriarchal influences. For this reason, we…