# Insights Our insights explore practical strategies and reflect on the role values-based partnerships can play in addressing global challenges. Through case studies and dialogue with thought leaders, we examine how engaging faith actors and their perspectives can contribute to multistakeholder cooperation and shared problem-solving. ## Publications ## Faith in Action Report World Economic ForumThis insight report reflects on how global leaders are exploring partnerships with faith actors through eight faith-based partnership case studies – on the environment, health, resilience and technology governance – and considers ways leaders can explore meaningful cooperation with faith actors at a time of deepening polarization and distrust in societies.This report highlights key trends, opportunities, and case studies that showcase faith’s transformative potential. [Read the report](https://www.weforum.org/publications/faith-in-action-religion-and-spirituality-in-the-polycrisis/) ### Why faith and moral leadership in creating sustainable growth Lynn Forester de Rothschild, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Council for Inclusive CapitalismBusinesses and communities alike are seeking renewed sources of strength and moral guidance amid a year that saw global temperatures breaching warming targets and voters going to the polls in a record number of countries. Moral leadership can be a force for public good, with capitalism leveraged for shared prosperity and sustainable growth. [Explore](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/01/faith-moral-leadership-sustainable-growth/) ### Three simple principles can tackle social vulnerability, ESG goals Alexis Crow, Partner, Chief Economist, PwCThree key concepts offer business executives a way of instilling stewardship in the societies in which they operate, with the potential to reach across political divides, as well as across generations. These are: solidarity, subsidiarity and the dignity of work. Emanating from a theological and philosophical examination of the challenges posed to human labor by the Industrial Revolution, these three concepts form the bedrock of Catholic Social Teaching (CST) on economic life. [Explore](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2023/09/3-principles-esg-investing-society-vulnerable/) ### The Role of Faith in Systemic Global Challenges Global Agenda Council on the Role of Faith 2014-2016From climate change to gender parity, the World Economic Forum has identified critical global systemic challenges that require collaboration across different sectors. Understanding the dynamic role faith has in tackling each is the aim of this set of articles. [Explore](https://www3.weforum.org/docs/WEF_GAC16_Role_of_Faith_in_Systemic_Global_Challenges.pdf) ## Strategic Intelligence: The Roles of Religion Curated by Religions for PeaceDiscover comprehensive analysis and key findings on how religious and spiritual actors are influencing today’s global agenda. This Strategic Intelligence Map offers a deep dive into faith’s role in addressing societal challenges and fostering innovation. *Interactive visualization or embedded content* ## Videos ## Faith in Action: Rebuilding Trust in the Age of Intelligent Economies Sustainable Development Impact Meetings 2024Religion, spirituality and ethics continue to be sources of inspiration for leaders from business, government and civil society to align their values with impact and find common ground in challenging times. Even in the midst of increasing polarization, leaders of the world's religions continue to work together and with leaders from business, government and civil society to shape a brighter future.How are the world's major religions strengthening constructive dialogue and partnership in today's polarized world?Speakers: Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis, Brie Loskota, Mohamed Elsanousi, Soulaima Gourani, Gopal Patel ## Religion Matters: Faith in Action in a Fragmented World Sustainable Development Impact Meetings 2023The world’s major religions share deep wisdom and teachings on values, collaboration and hope against a backdrop of humanitarian crises, socioeconomic pressures and environmental risks. In recent years, religious leaders have been increasingly vocal in their calls to address climate change, poverty, conflict and other global crises. How can religious leaders and communities inspire change and mobilize action in today’s polycrisis?Speakers include: Katherine Marshall, Rabbi David Saperstein, Rev. Susan Hendershot, Bani Dugal ### Faith in Action Annual Meeting 2024With over 80% of the global population adhering to religious and spiritual traditions, the influence of faith continues to shape transformations, whether economic, social, cultural, technological or environmental.How can partnerships involving faith actors be catalysts for solutions and dialogue rather than division at this time of rapid change and polarization?Speakers: Randall Lane, Cardinal Peter Kodwo Turkson, Chief Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt, Dr. Hahrie Han, Shaikh Al Mahfouz bin Bayyah ### Keeping Faith Annual Meeting in Davos 2023Faith leaders have long been at the forefront of promoting freedom and collaboration through their wide and deep global networks.In the face of increasing social vulnerabilities, where, and how, can faith, business and other leaders intersect to hold space for shared freedoms?Speakers: Kamal Ahmed, Bani Dugal, Alexis Crow, Farhan Latif, Jonathan Greenblatt ### The Role of Faith for a Cohesive and Sustainable World Annual Meeting 2020Eighty-four per cent of the global population identifies with a religious group. With eroding social cohesion and near climate breakdown, how can the power of faith foster a cohesive and sustainable world?Speakers: Lynerre Wallworth, Azza Karam, Kezevino Aram, Bhai Sahib Mohinder Singh Ahluwalia ### Get involved Learn more about this growing community of religious, faith-based, civil society and business leaders committed to putting values into action. [Get involved](https://initiatives.weforum.org/faith-in-action/contact)