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THE JESUIT YOUTH SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACTION (JYSEA) PROGRAM. Rolled out in 2024, the JYSEA program builds on the UNAIDS-recognized AHAPPY program to deliver economic empowerment to out-of-school youth, unemployed young people, and young mothers by closing skills gaps and bridging mismatches. The program provides hands-on incubation alongside financial and non-financial support, equipping young innovators in running sustainable social enterprises across their communities. READ MORE AJAN works to support and empower the most vulnerable people, vulnerable young girls and women and those at the periphery through an educational skills approach, to regain dignity, achieve financial autonomy and responsibility.
“Together we are stronger!” EMPOWERMENT OF WOMEN THROUGH THE BUILDING RESILIENCE AMONG WOMEN AND YOUNG GIRLS IN AFRICA (BRWGA) PROJECT AJAN HIV AND AIDS PREVENTION PROGRAMME AJAN main programme is designed to empower the youth with knowledge about HIV and AIDS in Africa. It is aimed at reducing vulnerability and contraction of HIV by the youth. Through it, AJAN works to promote their growth holistically for the achievement of their fullest potential. LEARN MORE AJAN HIV AND AIDS PREVENTION PROGRAMME Since 2019, AJAN has partnered with the Jesuit Urumuri Centre (JUC) to support young people in Rwanda. Together, they have conducted awareness-raising initiatives on HIV and AIDS, teenage-pregnancy, and drug abuse. This effort is carried out through the AHAPPY Generation Program youth Clubs, in 13 schools. AJAN WORKS WITH YOUNG PEOPLE TO ENSURE THEY REMAIN HIV-FREE. IT ALSO ENSURES THAT, THOSE INFECTED LIVE FULFILLED LIVES. Therefore, AJAN works to prevent HIV, reduce infections, increase knowledge about HIV, bridge accessibility to treatment, fights against stigma at individual and community levels LEARN MORE Collaborate with us to show love and care for those infected and affected by HIV and AIDS in Africa. You can get involved in the following areas: Medical Treatment, Psychosocial Support ...
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Wellbeing for all keeps us move! SUPPORT INTEGRAL HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND HOLISTIC HEALTH! LEARN MORE Since its inception in 2012, the AHAPPY Program has expanded to over 11 countries, empowering adolescents and youth to lead a generation free of HIV and AIDS in Africa. Recognized as one of the 41 promising practices, the program is featured on pages 154 and 155 of the UNAIDS Compendium Promising Practices 2023. AHAPPY IN UNAIDS COMPENDIUM OF PROMISING PRACTICES OF AFRICAN FAITH COMMUNITY

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ARRUPE JESUIT UNIVERSITY(AJU) ADMISSIONS ONGOING FOR 2025

Executive Certificate in HIV/AIDS, Pastoral Counselling And Community Care

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African Jesuits AIDS Network (AJAN) unites Jesuit efforts across Africa to fight HIV and AIDS through compassionate care, counseling, education, and youth empowerment. From providing treatment and psychosocial support to offering scholarships and life skills training, we work to restore dignity and hope. Watch our story and see how together we’re building a healthier, hope-filled future for communities across the continent.

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AJAN BENEFICIARIES FOR THE YEAR 2025

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AHAPPY STORY TELLING YOUTH CONTEST 2025

In this spirit of the Jubilee Year, we invite young people to reflect on and express their journey as Pilgrims of Hope through storytelling in the form of written pieces (Poems/short narratives or essays).

In this years Creative Writing Contest. Young people as Pilgrims of Hope are being challenged—to recognize signs of hope in the world and become agents of peace and justice.

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AJAN HIV AND AIDS PREVENTION PROGRAM (AHAPPY)

AJAN main programme is designed to empower the youth with knowledge about HIV and AIDS in Africa. It is aimed at reducing vulnerability and contraction of HIV by the youth. Through it, AJAN works to promote their growth holistically for the achievement of their fullest potential.

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WE HELP THOUSANDS OF CHILDREN TO GET THEIR EDUCATION
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WHISPERS OF HOPE ACROSS AFRICA

WHISPERS OF HOPE ACROSS AFRICA

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2026/10/01
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Composed by Doreen Mwale, AHAPPY ToT Participant, Malawi. Across the hills and valleys of Africa Where the sun paints the morning sky,

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TRANSFORMED TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

TRANSFORMED TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

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2026/09/25
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By, ALBERT NG’OMA, AHAPPY ToT Participant, Malawi. I would like to share some of the things that have been revealed to me

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My Transformative Journey through AHAPPY Training

My Transformative Journey through AHAPPY Training

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2026/09/25
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By, PETRONEAH A. MUGALA, AHAPPY ToT Participant, Kasungu, Malawi. I thank God for the opportunity to attend this training program. It was

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