Responding to injustice in the world caused by war and other violent conflict
Afri’s vision is of a more peaceful, equal and sustainable world. We seek to inform debate, influence policy and practice and effect change in Ireland and internationally on issues of human rights, peace, the climate crisis, and global justice. Afri is guided by the primary goal of the UN Charter: “to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war”.
Afri’s goal is the promotion of global justice and peace, and the reduction of poverty; this includes, but is not limited to, the progressive reduction of global militarisation, and responding to the threat of climate change, corporate control of resources and water, and interference with food sovereignty.
Afri particularly responds to injustice caused by militarisation, and by environmental destruction and resource depletion. We do this through analysis, education and action in solidarity with marginalised people in the ‘Global South’ and also in Ireland and elsewhere in the so-called ‘developed world’.
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For over 30 years Afri has been joined by thousands of people to walk the famine road through the Doolough Valley in County Mayo. It is a walk like no other, abounding in memory, music, history, solidarity and spectacular beauty; retracing the steps of the dispossessed of the past and forging solidarity with the banished and oppressed of today.
This documentary on YouTube, made by RoJ, reflects on the issues at the core of this event.
An 18 track CD by some of Ireland’s greatest artists – all of whom have performed at the Famine Walk – has been produced by Afri to mark the 30th Walk.
This is an extraordinary collection of songs, music and spoken word accompanied by a 32 page booklet brimming with interesting facts, quotes and information. See our donation page for more details.
There are many different ways of supporting the work of Afri, including through a one-off or recurring donation. See our donation page for more details.
Reflections from our Teacher Training Day November 29, 2024 - Last Wednesday, November 20th, we hosted a fun and challenging workshop, diving into how teachers can cultivate emotional intelligence, empathy and empowerment when exploring global issues through drama-based activities and other creative methodologies 🌏 Led by Pete Mullineaux, participants explored how to: foster dialogue about global issues model methods of conflict transformation in the classroom...Continue reading Reflections from our Teacher Training Day 
Afri’s Hedge School 2024 at TU Dublin Blanchardstown November 27, 2024 - On Wednesday, November 13th, 2024, we held our 12th annual Hedge School in partnership with TU Dublin in Blanchardstown. Our Hedge School harks back to the informal gatherings in Ireland that provided education at a time when strict laws suppressed schooling. This history serves as a reminder of how dominating powers can restrict, withhold, or...Continue reading Afri’s Hedge School 2024 at TU Dublin Blanchardstown 
Teacher Training: Cultivating Emotional Intelligence for a More Peaceful World November 1, 2024 - Calling all Secondary School Teachers! Harness the power of creative skills and strategies to create a more peaceful world! When: Wednesday, November 20th, 10.30am – 3 pm Where: Carmelite Community Centre (56 Aungier Street D02 T258 Dublin 2) Join us for an engaging and transformative training designed specifically for secondary school teachers led by the...Continue reading Teacher Training: Cultivating Emotional Intelligence for a More Peaceful World 
Afri Hedge School 2024 October 31, 2024 - Date: 13th of November 2024 Location: TU Dublin, Blanchardstown Campus Description: Get ready for an exciting learning experience at Afri Hedge School 2024! Join us for a day filled with insightful workshops, engaging discussions, and networking opportunities. Don’t miss out on this chance to expand your knowledge and connect with like minded individuals. Tickets are free, but registration...Continue reading Afri Hedge School 2024 
National March for Palestine this Saturday, 9th November 2024 October 31, 2024 - The Ireland-Palestine Solidarity Campaign has called another National Demonstration for Palestine on Saturday, 9th November. The march will begin at the Garden of Remembrance at 1pm and finish outside the Dáil
Lex Innocentium Launch, The Law of the Innocents, 21st Century October 30, 2024 - Lex Innocentium, The Law of the Innocents, 21st century, was launched on International Peace Day, September 21st, 2024, in Birr, Co. Offaly.
Over 30 years Afri has been joined by thousands of people to walk the famine road through the Doolough Valley in County Mayo. It is a walk like no other, abounding in memory, music, history, solidarity and spectacular beauty; retracing the steps of the dispossessed of the past and forging solidarity with the banished and oppressed of today.
This documentary on YouTube, made by RoJ, reflects on the issues at the core of this event.