Coalitions

In the News: AFJN Mentioned in Adom Online in Ghana

July 19, 2025

On July 18, AFJN was mentioned as a partner in Ivy Priscilla Setordjie’s article “Amewuga: Border town takes bold stand against human trafficking, child marriage, and modern slavery” featured in…

Event: AFJN Ghana on EWE24 TV and Amenuveve Radio 105.3

July 14, 2025

The Africa Faith and Justice Network, with AFJN – Ghana and other partners will be featured on Ewe24 TV at 7 pm (Ghana) on July 15, 2025. Additionally, the program will continue at 9 am (Ghana) on Amenuveve Radio 105.3 on July 17. Please see flier below and help spread the word.

AFJN Welcomes Our 2025 Summer Interns

July 3, 2025

AFJN Welcomes our 2025 Summer Interns Natalie Blouin, Roberto Castro, and Mokua Makori

Coalition to Congress: Disapprove Arms Sales to the United Arab Emirates in Light of Their Support to the Rapid Support Forces’ in Sudan

June 6, 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

June 4, 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

June 3, 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

May 27, 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

May 23, 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.

AFJN eBulletin | April 2025

April 30, 2025

Read the AFJN eBulletin | April 2025

Press Statement – AFJN Mourns the Passing of Pope Francis

April 21, 2025

Today, the Catholic Church mourns the loss of the beloved Pope Francis. His rather sudden passing comes after a short greeting in St. Peter’s Square following the Easter Sunday Mass.

An Easter Reflection for Africa

April 19, 2025

An Easter Reflection for Africa

Join AFJN for Maryknoll’s Way of the Cross for Peace & Justice – April 18

April 16, 2025

On April 18, 2025, AFJN is joining Maryknoll’s Office of Global for Global Concerns for their annual Good Friday “Way of the Cross for Peace & Justice.”

Palm Sunday Prayer

April 12, 2025

As we begin Holy Week: We pray for an end to conflicts and violence, that peace may flourish, and justice may prevail, bringing stability and security to all. We pray…

Call for Action on Mineral Traceability and Conflict Financing in Eastern DRC

April 11, 2025

The Africa Faith and Justice Network, a member of the Public-Private Alliance for Responsible Minerals Trade (PPA), sent the “Call for Action on Mineral Traceability and Conflict Financing in Eastern DRC” letter to the PPA Leadership Team, urging them to take a clear and principled stance of the ongoing crisis in the DRC with particular emphasis on the issue of mineral extraction by unauthorized actors, including armed groups.

Event: Voice of People of Africa and African Descent

April 10, 2025

Join Dr. Steven Nabieu Rogers, Africa Faith and Justice Network Executive Director, as he speaks on the panel of “Voices of People of Africa and African Descent: Addressing Present Challenges to Equality and Non-Discrimination” a hybrid event held on April 16 at 8:00 am EDT (US/Canada).

Coalition Letter to President Trump on Debt and Financial Reform

April 9, 2025

Coalition letter to President Donald Trump that reiterated how “debt relief and restructuring make effective economic and security policies, strengthening our country’s global moral leadership” and calling for “strong American leadership on debt relief and financial architecture reform.”

2024 AFJN End of Year Report: Activity Highlights & Updates

April 3, 2025

Read the Africa Faith and Justice Network’s 2024 End of Year Report: Activity Highlights and Updates

Catholic Task Force on Africa – International Women’s Day: Advocating for Women’s Dignity and Rights in Africa Statement

March 8, 2025

Today, the Catholic Task Force on Africa (CTFA), a group of organizations and individuals collaborating on just US-Africa relations centered on Catholic social thought, issued the following statement in recognition of International Women’s Day. Celebrated annually on March 8, International Women’s Day is a global occasion that honors the achievements of women in social, economic, cultural, and political fields. The CTFA urgently calls for the support and uplifting of women across Africa. CTFA, as an organization committed to justice and equality, stands in solidarity with African women calling for meaningful action to support policies that uplift and protect them.

Press Release: AFJN Endorses the International Women’s Day Statement on Women and AI

March 8, 2025

Today, the Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) was one of over 100 civil society organizations that endorsed the “International Women’s Day 2025: Statement Prepared by Soroptimist International and the Conference of Non-Governmental Organizations in Consultative Relationship with the United Nations (CoNGO)” that highlights the threat of artificial intelligence (AI) to women and girls.

Event: Navigating the Future of US-Africa Relations: Opportunities and Challenges in a Shifting Landscape

March 6, 2025

The recent shift in US policies towards Africa has raised concerns about the future of US-Africa relations, leaving vital programs uncertain. Despite this challenge, some experts see this ‘America First’ shift as an opportunity for African nations to accelerate economic self-sufficiency by transitioning beyond aid as evidenced in the Sahel and other regions of Africa.