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Christians are persecuted worldwide
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Experience the 2023 launch of Open Door’s 2023 World Watch List, featuring interim CEO Lisa Pearce - with Wybo Nicolai, architect and founder of the list and Open Doors West Africa Director, Suleiman.
Discover the horrifying growth of persecution of Christians over the last 30 years. Hear what are the big findings of this year’s report. And discover the courageous faith of the persecuted church that will inspire you and cause your faith to grow.
The World Watch List is Open Doors’ annual ranking of the 50 countries where Christians suffer very high or extreme levels of persecution and discrimination for their faith.
Explore the 2023 list below.
Order your free digital Top 10 or Top 50 Guide
Request a free World Watch list in the mail
Download the top 50 map
Download the Advocacy Report
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Persecution Source |
Region |
Main Religion |
In Open Doors’ World Watch List top 50 alone, 312m Christians face very high or extreme levels. Explore the country profiles to find information, stories and prayers for each of the countries, along with ways that you can stand with your persecuted church family in prayer and action. More about the World Watch List.
