Open Doors World Watch List 2026
I recently attended the launch of the Open Doors UK & Ireland World Watch List 2026. As someone with a personal Christian faith, it is always deeply moving to hear about the vital work that Open Doors are doing and to represent the concerns of many constituents who asked me to attend.
The World Watch List is Open Doors’ annual ranking of the 50 countries where Christians face the most extreme persecution, with more than 380 million Christians around the world experiencing high levels of persecution and discrimination because of their faith. The list also shows tragic figures including thousands killed, churches attacked, and many forced from their homes because of who they are and what they believe.
It was powerful to hear firsthand why this work matters and a reminder that freedom of religion and belief, whoever you worship, is a human right we should all care about.
A big thank you to Open Doors and the team for the incredible work they do and the difference they are making to Christian communities across the world.
