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
In the News – AFJN Nigeria WEP Press Conference Coverage in Catholic Television of Nigeria 8 May, 2026 - On May 7, 2026, Catholic Television of Nigeria covered the May 5th press conference on inclusive representation held by the Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN), AFJN-Nigeria, and the Dominicans for Justice and Peace. 
In the News – AFJN Nigeria Press Conference on Nigeria Women Representation in Governance Featured on Notre Dame Catholic Media 8 May, 2026 - On May 6, 2026, Notre Dame Catholic Media featured segments of the May 5th press conference on inclusive representation held by the Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN), AFJN-Nigeria, and the Dominicans for Justice and Peace. 
In the News – AFJN Featured in The Sun 8 May, 2026 - On May 4, 2026, Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) and AFJN-Nigeria's recent advocacy work on women representation in Nigeria was featured in Tokunbo2's "Financial constraints disenfranchising women in politics – Benani Usman" article in The Sun. 
In the News – AFJN WEP Featured in Media 360 Impact 8 May, 2026 - On May 5, 2026, Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) and AFJN-Nigeria's recent advocacy work on women representation in Nigeria was featured in Ameh Gabriel F.'s "Nenadi Usman: Money Politics, Weak Female Support Hindering Women’s Electoral Success in Nigeria" article in Media 360 Impact.
In the News – AFJN Featured in The Nation Newspaper 8 May, 2026 - On May 6, 2026, Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) and AFJN-Nigeria's recent advocacy work on women representation in Nigeria was featured in Musa Umar Bologi's "2027: Women group urges swift passage of special seats bill" article in The Nation Newspaper.
In the News – AFJN Featured in News Agency of Nigeria 8 May, 2026 - On May 6, 2026, Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) and AFJN-Nigeria's recent advocacy work on women representation in Nigeria was featured in Emmanuel Oloniruha's "2027: Christian group urges reforms for women’s political inclusion" article in News Agency of Nigeria. 
In the News – AFJN Women Empowerment Featured in Peoples Gazette on Female Representation 6 May, 2026 - On May 5, 2026, Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) and AFJN-Nigeria's recent advocacy work on women representation in Nigeria was featured in the "Christian group urges reforms for women’s inclusion in politics" article in Peoples Gazette. The article quotes Sr. Eucharia Maudeke, SNDdeN, AFJN WEP Coordinator and Fr. Aniedi Okure, OP, AFJN WEP Consultant who have been working on empowering women religious in Nigeria since 2016.
AFJN eBulletin | April 2026 30 Apr, 2026 - Read the AFJN eBulletin | April 2026
AFJN’s 2026 Memorial Mass 29 Apr, 2026 - AFJN warmly invites you to “The Africa Faith and Justice Network's Annual Memorial Mass” on August 19, 2026. This sacred gathering honors the profound contributions and enduring legacy of our late donors, board members, staff, and supporters whose dedication has strengthened AFJN in our mission. 
Leaders on Mission: Building a Culture of Hope Panel Featuring Dr. Steven Nabieu Rogers 29 Apr, 2026 - AFJN Executive Director, Dr. Steven Nabieu Rogers will be speaking on a panel this year for the Executive Directors Network In-Service Day on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 in Washington, DC.
