INTERNATIONAL ECUMENICAL WORKING GROUP FOR DEAF MINISTRY
encouraging and extending ministry among Deaf People CONTACT USIEWG Conference Norway 2026
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IEWG Conference in Norway 2026
Hello!
The IEWG Board would like to share a few updates. Gill Behenna from England, a member of IEWG, has retired. The IEWG Board wishes to thank her for the years of collaboration and wishes her all the best in the future.
Gill’s departure has led to some changes within the Board. The Board has decided to appoint me, Tuula Mertanen from Finland, as the new Chairperson. Susan Myatt from England has been appointed as Vice Chairperson. This marks a historic moment for IEWG, as it now has its first Deaf Chairperson. The Vice Chairperson is also Deaf, making this another milestone for IEWG. The Board is very pleased about this development.
The next IEWG conference will take place next year, from 28 September to 2 October, in Oslo, Norway. As you know, Norway is a very expensive country. The Board has been working hard to find the most affordable accommodation options so that everyone—regardless of financial situation—can participate. We want to offer equal opportunities for everyone to attend!
We apologize for the delay and will share more information about the conference very soon. Please stay tuned for our updates!
God bless you all!
Goodbye.
IEWG WORKS TO
Advance the rights of deaf people to take a full part in the life and leadership of the Church. We also encourage and enable deaf people to speak on their own behalf and encourage them to teach and guide members of IEWG, hearing churches, and society, and also to help others understand the language and culture of the deaf community.
IEWG 2026 CONFERENCE
The 2026 IEWG Conference will be held in Norway.
More information about the dates and venue will be available shortly.
IEWG
Encourages and extends ministry among Deaf People by exchanging experiences and information, and by providing opportunities for instruction and advanced training for those involved in Deaf Ministry, especially in mission areas and developing countries.
