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About Us
History
The reality on the ground in most African Jewish communities is far from where they desire to be in the Future
Indigenous Jewish descendants have a rich history in Africa, with communities that have existed for thousands of years. Unfortunately, over the centuries, various factors such as isolation and forced conversion to the imperialists’ religion have led to a weakening of African black Jewry. However, today, many individuals and communities have since traced their way back to their Jewish roots through rabbinical Judaism, but they continue to exist in separate worlds, distant from one another.
Despite our geographical and cultural differences, we realized that we share the same goals, objectives, and needs- and this gave birth to the formation of an alliance. Through this association, common challenges can be identified and analyzed, with the best solution recommend through series of coordinated actions to solve these problems and drawbacks. This is the primary motivation behind the creation of SAJA, the Sub-Saharan African Jewish Alliance.
At SAJA, we are united by a common purpose: to restore and nurture the diverse Jewish communities of Sub-Saharan Africa. Through our alliance, we aim to overcome the challenges of isolation, promote unity, and build a brighter future for African Jews. We invite you to join us on this meaningful journey as we work towards rebuilding, establishing, developing, and expanding our Jewish world. Together, let us celebrate our shared heritage, empower our communities, and ensure a thriving and vibrant Jewish future in Sub-Saharan Africa.
OUR Objectives
- To develop outreach programs to promote and make easy the growth of Judaism in Africa.
- To organize free conferences, seminars, workshops, research and develop online publications
- To initiate, develop and maintain close working contacts with both national or international bodies and non-Governmental organizations
- To encourage and facilitate the initiation of community-based projects that are acceptable, affordable and sustainable with the aim of improving the welfare of Africans Jews.
- To promote intra-community trade and export business among the Judaizing communities of Sub-Saharan Africa
- To fight antisemitism and other forms of hatred or violence directed towards African Jews.
MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to foster unity, empowerment, and cultural preservation among the Black Jews of Africa. We are dedicated to promoting spiritual growth, educational opportunities, social justice, and community development within our diverse alliance. Through collaboration and advocacy, we aim to celebrate our rich heritage, strengthen our collective identity in African Judaism, and create a thriving future for Black Jews across the African continent.
OUR VALUES
Jewish Heritage:
Our Jewish heritage, traditions, and customs are an integral part of our identity and we take pride in preserving and passing them down to future generations." .
Inclusivity:
We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where Jews from diverse backgrounds, countries, denominations, and levels of observance can gather and feel a sense of belonging.
Community Driven:
Our platform is designed to be a community-driven space where individuals can connect, engage in meaningful conversations, and build supportive relationships through interactive features, forums, and events.
Social Justice:
We encourage our community members to be agents of change and to actively participate in efforts to build a more equitable and compassionate world.
Respect and Tolerance:
We prioritize mutual respect, understanding, and open-mindedness as core values in our community."
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