Justice
The Africa Faith and Justice Network advocates for justice both within the US and in Africa. AFJN’s work includes educating and tackling the different forms of injustice. Read about the different ways we are empowering women to fight injustice in the communities through the Women’s Empowerment Project. AFJN also has delved deeper into systemic injustice within the US and abroad and the new movement sparked by George Floyd’s death. AFJN advocated for release of prisoners with minor offenses in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and to uphold the Constitution.
Women’s Empowerment Project
AFJN’s Women’s Empowerment Project continues to be making strides in Uganda, Nigeria, Tanzania, and Ghana. In 2021, AFJN expanded the program to include workshops in Zambia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In Africa, religious sisters have taken to the airwaves talking about child labor, domestic and gender based violence, human trafficking, youth empowerment and other issues relevant to their communities. To learn more, click here.
Just Governance
AFJN continues in the fight against corruption by educating and advocating for increased transparency and accountability. Members of the community are being emboldened to stop paying bribes and demand integrity in their schools, businesses, communities, and governments.
CALAR Initiative – A Declaration: Africa Remember Who You Are
The Coalition for Africa’s Liberation and Restoration (CALAR), initiated by the Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN), was launched on Africa’s Liberation Day on May 25, 2020 to mobilize Africans on the continent and in the diaspora in order to claim their rights and dignity and protect their heritage and resources against those whose actions continue to exploit Africa, and subjects Africans at home and abroad to all forms of indignities. Sign the Declaration, Pray for African Renewal, and watch the kickoff event video here.
Other Projects
AFJN has many projects going on to see some of the projects that we are focusing on at this time click here.
Latest News
A Juneteenth Reflection During the Jubilee Year of Hope 19 Jun, 2025 - Today, we celebrate Juneteenth, a significant day marking the emancipation of enslaved Africans in the United States. This day serves as a poignant reminder of our collective history, marked by the brutal realities of slavery, struggles for freedom, and the enduring spirit of resilience that defined our ancestors. In the spirit of the Jubilee year, a time traditionally associated with liberation, restoration, and renewal, we honor the memory and courage of those who fought for their freedom and paved the way for future generations.- Coalition to Congress: Disapprove Arms Sales to the United Arab Emirates in Light of Their Support to the Rapid Support Forces’ in Sudan 6 Jun, 2025 - On June 4, 2025, the Africa Faith and Justice Network was one of over 40 organization that signed on to the Center for Civilians in Conflict's letter to Members of Congress calling for an end in arm sales to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in light of their support to the Rapid Support Forces' (RSF) in Sudan.
- Coalition to Senate: Oppose the One Big Beautiful Act 4 Jun, 2025 - On June 3, AFJN was one hundreds of organizations that sent a letter to the Senate urging members to opposing the "One Big Beautiful Bill" due to its funding cuts that would eliminate healthcare, create food insecurity, and deepen poverty especially around marginalized communities.
Call to Compassion: Reflecting on the Ugandan Martyrs and Refugee Rights 3 Jun, 2025 - This year, the celebration of the Ugandan Martyrs holds profound significance, not only for the Christian community but also for people of all faiths and backgrounds. Their story serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of compassion, empathy, and protection for those fleeing persecution.
Jubilee 2025 – Turn Debt into Hope Campaign 27 May, 2025 - The Africa Faith and Justice Network, along with Caritas Internationalis, Jubilee USA Network, and other organizations are highlighting the impact of debt on struggling nations. We also encourage all AFJN members in the Washington DC area to sign up for the Jubilee USA Network's Relay of Hope event on May 28th at 9:15 am and participate in the Turn Debt into Hope Campaign.
Congress Must Reject Section 112105 of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” and the Proposed 5% Tax on Remittances 23 May, 2025 - The Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) has taken a firm stand against Section 112105 of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” which proposes a 5% excise tax on international remittances. As part of our mission to promote just US-Africa policy, we oppose this measure that unfairly burdens African migrants and their families who rely on these funds for survival. - In the News: Dr. Rogers was Interviewed on Background Briefing with Ian Masters 22 May, 2025 - The Africa Faith and Justice Network’s Executive Director Dr. Steven Nabieu Rogers was interviewed on the May 21, 2025 podcast Background Briefing with Ian Masters on what some call the “Oval Office Ambush of South Africa's President”.
Event: Threads of Peace 21 May, 2025 - Join Dr. Steven Nabieu Rogers, Africa Faith and Justice Network Executive Director, as he speaks during the "Threads of Peace" in-person event held on Saturday, May 24, 2025 from 1:00 - 4:30 pm (EDT). - In the News: Sr. Bernadette Eyewan Okure, SHCJ Quoted in The Guardian on Advocacy in Nigeria 15 May, 2025 - The Africa Faith and Justice Network National Coordinator for the Women Empowerment Project - Nigeria Sr. Bernadette Eyewan Okure, SHCJ was quoted in Cleopatra Eki’s May 15, 2025 article “Groups, clergy unite to combat child labour, domestic servitude in Nigeria” in The Guardian.
- In the News: Sr. Eucharia Quoted in National Catholic Reporter on Pope Leo XIV and Fighting Trafficking 15 May, 2025 - The Africa Faith and Justice Network’s Sr. Eucharia Madueke, SNDdeN, Women Empowerment Project Coordinator, was quoted in Doreen Ajiambo’s May 15, 2025 article “Sisters in Africa urge Pope Leo XIV to uphold Francis' commitment against trafficking” featured in National Catholic Reporter.