Open Doors Deutschland is an international Christian aid organization that works worldwide for Christians who are discriminated against or persecuted because of their faith. The organization is a partner of the World Evangelical Alliance and is based in Kelkheim near Frankfurt am Main.
The main mission of Open Doors is to help persecuted Christians worldwide and promote religious freedom. The organization sees itself as a Christian aid organization that stands by the side of the persecuted and offers them support through various projects. The goals include strengthening the church in countries where it is persecuted, as well as providing Bibles, training and financial assistance.
Open Doors offers a variety of services, including:
Open Doors is committed to long-term change by strengthening the church in persecuted regions and informing the international community about the situation of Christians. Prayer campaigns and petitions are used to put pressure on political decision-makers to promote religious freedom.
The organization regularly publishes the World Watch List, which documents the extent of persecution of Christians in various countries. Open Doors works closely with local communities to provide effective support, often underground, to ensure the safety of those involved.
