Herbert Haag Stiftung für Freiheit in der Kirche
Luzern, Switzerland
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Founded in 1985, Herbert Haag Stiftung für Freiheit in der Kirche is a foundation based in Luzern, Switzerland working on religion & faith, human rights, lgbtq+.
The Herbert Haag Stiftung für Freiheit in der Kirche is a foundation based in Lucerne, Switzerland, established in 1985 by theologian Herbert Haag. It works to promote freedom, human dignity and democratic structures within the Catholic Church, with a focus on German-speaking Europe. Its main activities are the biennial Herbert Haag Preis, which honours people who advocate for freedom and humanity in the church, including survivors of church abuse and advocates for sexual diversity, and public events, publications and discussion forums on church reform. The foundation is registered in the Lucerne commercial register and is supervised by the state foundation supervisory authority.
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Herbert Haag Preis für Freiheit in Theologie und Kirche
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Periodic prize honouring people who work for freedom and humanity within the Catholic Church, including victims of church abuse who speak publicly, and people who stand up for LGBTQ+ dignity. Winners receive a public ceremony and a cash award to support their work.
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Wir sind Kirche (Österreich), KirchenVolksBewegung Wir sind Kirche, Jungwacht Blauring Schweiz, Bund der Deutschen Katholischen Jugend (BDKJ)
