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“When spider webs unite, they can tie up a lion.” – African Proverb

Inspired by the African Proverb, on June 22nd and 23rd, Nigerian youth gathered online to unite in an effort to combat sexual violence. The two-day workshop, Voices for Change, sponsored by the Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) Nigeria, had over 68 youth participants who ranged from high school freshmen to university graduate students. During the workshop participants learned how to identify sexual violence, participated in advocacy training, and took action.

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AFJN-Nigeria mentioned in Global Sister Report on Anti-Trafficking Fight

Human trafficking involves a complex ring of agents — recruiters, transporters, airport and embassy officials — with false promises and enticing images of a life abroad.

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Africa Faith and Justice Network advocates for child rights in Nigeria

Nigeria currently has 13.2 million out-of-school children, according to Nigeria’s education board. Also, child labor has remained…

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Nigerian Catholic Nuns held a Nationwide Day of Prayer on Ash Wednesday

[columns] [span4] We are thankful to CHANNELS TV for covering the event. To watch the video read…

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AFJN-Nigeria International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking Event Featured in Global Sisters Report

On February 6, 2018, Teresa Anyabuike’s article “Advocacy on human trafficking” in Global Sisters Report highlighted the…

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Major Superiors of Ghana on the Role of Religious Vocation, Leadership, and Justice Ministry

The African Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) secured financial support from Conrad N. Hilton Foundation to mobilize…

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