Written question asked by Adam Jogee (Labour) on Friday, 5 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 9 June 2026. A holding answer was provided on Tuesday, 23 June 2026. A substantive answer was provided by Marsha De Cordova (Labour) on Friday, 3 July 2026 on behalf of the Church Commissioners.

Genocide

Question: To ask the hon. Member for Battersea, representing the Church Commissioners, what steps the Church is taking to help support victims of genocide.

Answer

The Church of England and the wider Anglican Communion looks to support all victims of armed conflict, regardless of whether war crimes or crimes against humanity have been committed, through humanitarian support, pastoral care and advocacy work.

Support is primarily offered through its global mission agencies and development partners who help deliver essential aid, food, healthcare, education, shelter, and trauma-informed support to those affected by violence and displacement.

The Church also has observer status at the UN where it plays a role in peacebuilding and reconciliation programme and at a national and global level the Church and its bishops raise awareness of atrocities and the need for accountability.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 7245
Session: 2026-27
Subjects: Church of England Genocide Victims
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk

Genocide

Secondary information

Librarians' tools