Evangelical or Pentecostal churches have gained an enormous influence in Latin America the last decades. These Christian movements are often accused of politicising the faith. In this workshop we will discuss the connection between fundamentalist-, evangelical and pentecostal churches in Latin America and their role in a shrinking democratic space. We hope for a nuanced discussion that will give an increased understanding of the role of religion.
Key note speaker: Magali Do Nascimento Cunha, Author of the report:
Fundamentalisms, the crisis of democracy and the threat to human rights in
South America.
Moderator: Eva Ekelund, Policy Director at ACT Church of Sweden.
The seminar is organized by Knowledge Centre for Religion and Development.
Date: 2021 June 3rd 14-16 CET in the digital platform Zoom.
Registration: www.smc.global/kalender