Global Risk and Opportunity Index 2026

Illustration of global risk and opportunities with futuristic data visuals for 2026.

The world is changing rapidly—and so is the landscape for Christian mission.

Missio Nexus, North America’s leading mission association, is launching the Global Mission Risk and Opportunity Index (GMROI)—the first comprehensive study designed to capture the collective wisdom of mission leaders from every continent.

This is your opportunity to:

Influence the future of global mission strategy
Contribute to a landmark study that will inform agencies, boards, donors, and networks worldwide
Access exclusive research synthesizing insights from hundreds of global leaders (free to all participants)

We’re asking leaders like you to identify the top risks that could disrupt mission effectiveness and the top opportunities that could accelerate gospel impact over the next 3–5 years.

Your participation takes just 8–10 minutes. Your insight will help shape how the global Church prepares, partners, and perseveres in mission.

The more global voices we gather, the more powerful this resource becomes.

All participants receive full access to the published findings—delivered through interactive reports, webinars, and strategic briefings designed for immediate application.

Contribute your insights below:

About You (For aggregate analysis only)

What is your primary leadership role?

CEO/President

Executive Team Member

Field Leader

Field Missionary/Worker

Board Member

Mobilization Leader

Researcher/Strategist

Educator

Other

Which region do you primarily serve or oversee?

North America

Latin America (Central/South America)

Sub-Saharan Africa

Middle East & North Africa

Europe

South Asia

East/Southeast Asia

Central Asia

Oceania

Global/Multiple Regions

Country of Citizenship (Passport Nation)

Current Country of Residence

Age Range

Under 35

35-44

45-54

55-64

65+

Gender

Male

Female

Prefer not to say

(Optional, if you would like to receive the final report)

Areas of Risk for Missions and Evangelism

Which THREE risks are most likely to significantly disrupt or constrain global Christian mission and evangelism in the next 3–5 years?

Select Three.

1. Geopolitical Fragmentation – Global instability, power shifts, regional conflict realignment

2. Authoritarian Expansion – State control, ideological regimes, suppression of religious freedom

3. Religious Restrictions– Legal barriers, nationalism, registration limits, ministry constraints

4. Economic Volatility – Inflation, recession, funding instability, currency fluctuation

5. Digital Surveillance – State monitoring, AI-enabled tracking, biometric systems, data exposure, digital vulnerability

6. Information Disorder – Disinformation, AI-generated content, deepfakes, ideological polarization, narrative manipulation

7. Cultural Hostility – Social marginalization of Christian conviction

8. Identity & Sexuality Shifts – Anthropological change, gender ideology, moral redefinition

9. Urbanization & Displacement – Megacities, migration flows, social fragmentation

10. Climate Disruption – Environmental crises affecting vulnerable populations

11. Corruption & Abuse – Governance failure, moral compromise, integrity breakdown

12. Donor Fatigue – Generational giving shifts, declining Western funding

13. Dependency & Paternalism – Colonial patterns, unequal partnerships, Western dominance

14. Global Power Realignment – Deglobalization, regional blocs, shifting alliances

15. Agency Capacity Weakness – Operational inefficiency, slow technological adoption (including AI), imported models, structural fragility

16. Leadership Succession Gaps – Aging leaders, unclear transition planning

17. Shallow Discipleship – Spiritual immaturity, weak theological formation

18. Theological Fragmentation – Doctrinal drift, syncretism, divided missiology

19. Scripture Access Gaps – Language barriers, literacy limits, limited Bible access

20. Mobility Restrictions – Visa limits, travel constraints, cross-border barriers

Of the three risks you selected above, which ONE do you believe presents the most immediate or material threat to global mission?

Select One