Pastors Advocate for African Humanitarian Aid on Capitol Hill

The ONE Campaign's Mission

• 🎯 The ONE Campaign prioritizes using public voices to advocate for healthier lives and economic growth opportunities in Africa.
• 🤝 Partnering with local churches has been integral to their DNA for 20 years, culminating in bringing pastors from all 50 states to Washington D.C.

Impact of Foreign Aid Cuts

• ⚠️ Stories from Africa highlight the direct impact of dismantled aid programs, affecting children's access to food and women's participation in economic growth training.
• 🌍 The scale of cuts from nine nations, exacerbated by the pandemic, is described as sad and scary, with potential for devastating consequences.

Faith Leaders in the Public Square

• 💡 Pastors are inspired to lobby on behalf of others, viewing it as the way of Jesus.
• 🗣️ Approximately 80 pastors, many new to advocacy, are participating, with 170 meetings scheduled on Capitol Hill.
• 🤝 They aim to foster empathy and understanding from lawmakers, emphasizing the ability to address both domestic challenges and global needs.

Sustainability and Self-Reliance

• 🌱 The campaign advocates for sustainability and self-reliance in African countries.
• 📈 Progress is being made, with countries graduating from programs like the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR).
• 🚀 The development of new miracle drugs for HIV/AIDS presents an opportunity to end the epidemic, but continued support is crucial in this final phase.