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AFJN’s 2026 Memorial Mass

August 4, 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.

Happy Juneteenth

June 19, 2026

Happy Juneteenth!

In the News – Press Conference on Nigerian Women Representation in Governance Video Featured in ASO News

May 22, 2026

On May 21, 2026, AFJN-Nigeria shared ASO News’ coverage of the Press Conference for Women Religious in Nigeria on their Instagram page.

In the News – WEP Press Conference Video Coverage in The Catholic Voyage-Africa

May 13, 2026

On May 12, 2026, Africa Faith and Justice Network Women Empowerment Project Press Conference on Women Representation in Nigeria was covered in The Catholic Voyage-Africa.

In the News – AFJN WEP Featured in ACI AFRICA

May 12, 2026

On May 11, 2026, Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) and AFJN-Nigeria’s recent advocacy work on women representation in Nigeria was featured in Abah Anthony John’s “Catholic Officials Concerned About Women’s Marginalization in Nigerian Politics, Call for Inclusive Governance” article in ACI Africa.

In the News – AFJN WEP Featured in Radio Nigeria Abuja

May 9, 2026

On May 8, 2026, Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) and AFJN-Nigeria’s recent advocacy work on women representation in Nigeria was featured in Kelvin Nwabueze’s “LP Committed To Increasing Women Participation In Politics – Nenadi Usman” article in Radio Nigeria Abuja.

In the News – AFJN Nigeria Press Conference on Nigeria Women Representation in Governance Featured on Notre Dame Catholic Media

May 8, 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

May 8, 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

May 8, 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

May 8, 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

May 8, 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 WEP Featured in Leadership

May 6, 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 Igho Oyoyo’s “2027: Coalition Demands Special Seats For Women” article in Leadership.

In the News – AFJN WEP Featured in Punch

May 6, 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 Solomon Odeniyi’s “Women group urges passage of special seats bill” article in Punch.

In the News – AFJN WEP Featured in THISDAY

May 6, 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 Adedayo Akinwale’s “2027: Reverend Sisters, CSOs Demand Structured, Enforceable Actions that Guarantee Inclusive Governance” article in THISDAY.

In the News – AFJN Women Empowerment Featured in Peoples Gazette on Female Representation

May 6, 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.

Leaders on Mission: Building a Culture of Hope Panel Featuring Dr. Steven Nabieu Rogers

April 29, 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.

Restoring Identity, Unlocking Futures: AFJN’s Birth Registration Initiative in Cameroon

April 29, 2026

Across Cameroon, thousands of children remain invisible in the eyes of the law—without birth certificates, they are effectively excluded from education, healthcare, and full participation in society. This report by…

AFJN Highlights Community Commitments Following Government Inspection of Baomahun Gold Project

April 29, 2026

Following its October 2025  face-to-face community townhall with residents of Valunia Chiefdom and representatives of FG Gold Mining Company, the Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) has taken note of…

A Cultural Strategy for Peace in a Region Shaped by Conflict

April 28, 2026

Through its “Unity Through Diversity” initiative, Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN), in partnership with Music Artists for Peace, is advancing a bold yet deeply grounded approach: using music as an instrument of social repair

AFJN Walks with the Camino of Maryland in Support of the Day of the African Child

April 28, 2026

You are invited to join AFJN on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 for a ONE DAY WALK with the Camino of Maryland in support of the “Day of The African Child” (June 16).