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Over 360 million Christians suffer persecution and discrimination. They follow Jesus, no matter the cost. With your help, we're bringing them resources and hope.

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Your support helps persecuted Christians continue to courageously follow Jesus.
Together, we can reach those where persecution hits hardest.

World Watch List

Open Doors’ annual ranking of the countries where Christians face the most extreme persecution.

World Watch List Map
World Watch List Map
Levels of persecution:
  •   Extreme
  •   Very High
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2023 ranking
  1. North Korea
  2. Somalia
  3. Yemen
  4. Eritrea
  5. Libya
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Prayer and praise

Please pray
Pray that the launch of the World Watch List 2024 will be used by God to bring hope and change to His persecuted children around the world.
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That God loves and cherishes His children around the world, and that they can call to Him in every situation.
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Courageous Christians

These believers are bravely following Jesus despite enormous opposition, or raising support and awareness for the persecuted church. This is the worldwide family of Christians

Ji Ho N. Korea
Ji Ho’s (name changed) father was taken away by North Korean security officers when his Bible was found. She later discovered Jesus through radio broadcasts.
Meet Ji Ho
 
Saleh Yemen
In Yemen, telling Muslims about Jesus is illegal – but it doesn’t stop Saleh (name changed) sharing the gospel, even when he’s wanted by the authorities.
Meet Saleh
 
Zachariah Nigeria
Pastor Zachariah’s village was attacked by Islamic militants, who killed his wife and child. Pastor Zachariah has courageously chosen to forgive.
Meet Zachariah
 
Bethany Nigeria
Bethany’s (name changed) daughter was the victim of appalling persecution for her faith – then Bethany was kidnapped too. She still rejoices in God’s goodness.
Meet Bethany
 
Ming China
Ming (name changed) in China smuggled Bibles in a region where they're very difficult to get - knowing his moves were being watched in-person and online.
Meet Ming
 
Mohan India
Mohan (name changed) and his family had to leave home, community and livelihood – all for trusting in Jesus. Open Doors supporters helped them rebuild their lives.
More on India
 
Aminah East Africa
When Aminah’s (name changed) husband discovered she’d converted to Christianity, he beat her and then isolated her from her new community. She is still standing strong.
Meet Aminah
 
Ezana Ethiopia
Ezana (name changed) and his twin brother Fasil live in a village where Christians face violent persecution from Islamic militants. A school is helping change their futures.
Meet Ezana

 

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Together, we can reach those where persecution hits hardest.