AFJN has long been concerned about Rwandan President Paul Kagame’s role in destabilizing eastern DRC, as well as his heavy-handed and undemocratic leadership style at home. Recently, his regime’s politically repressive behavior in the run-up to the elections in August … Continued
In recent months, Kenya has become the target of severe criticism from the international human rights community due to the escalation of extra-judicial killings. In one of the more high-profile cases, human rights defenders Oscar Kamau King’ara and Paul Oulu were … Continued
This month, the Acholi Religious Leaders Peace Initiative released another report, urging all parties involved in the LRA conflict to prioritize pursuing peaceful means in order to genuinely resolve the LRA issue. The introduction “Since 1997, the Acholi Religious Leaders Peace … Continued
The child soldiers of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) are not the only children who are taken from their families and abused by the government and rebel groups. The DRC also houses a large number of street children, … Continued
From April 17-19th, 2010 Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) held its annual conference in Washington DC under the theme “Justice In Africa: On Whose Terms?” On Monday the 19th, conference attendees walked US Congress’ corridors asking legislators two things: … Continued
We offer our heartfelt thanks and gratitude to the many individuals and organizations whose contributions have made our “Justice in Africa: On Whose Terms?” possible! Platinum Sponsors Jesuit Conference MCJ Amelior Foundation Xaverian Missionaries Gold Sponsors Adorers of the Blood … Continued
Last weekend, AFJN hosted its 2010 annual meeting and conference, entitled “Justice in Africa: On Whose Terms” featuring Fr. Peter Henriot, S.J. as a keynote. Nearly 150 individuals – missionaries, students, activists, scholars, and more – from across the U.S. … Continued
AFJN members and friends, including a delegation of members of Rwandan Diaspora, conducted over 30 office visits this Monday, April 19 to discuss the International Violence Against Women act and the upcoming elections in Rwanda. Whether or not you participated, … Continued
This year’s member meeting took place on April 18, 2010, as part of the 2010 conference “Justice In Africa: On Whose Terms?” The time together for the annual member meeting was planned to reflect our very name: Africa Faith and … Continued
This weekend, AFJN hosted its 2010 annual meeting and conference, entitled “Justice in Africa: On Whose Terms” featuring Fr. Peter Henriot, S.J. as a keynote. Nearly 150 individuals -missionaries, students, activists, and scholars – from across the Like had. This… … Continued