Amani ya Juu

Women in White

In Greek mythology, goddesses were women of great power. They were looked at as strong, unique, and worthy women. Aphrodite was the goddess of love and beauty. Nike was the goddess of victory. Sele...

5 Ways to Spread Peace

Amani ya Juu is Swahili for "Peace from Above". Want to spread peace in your life? Look no further. 1. Purchase Ethically Sourced Products or Gently Used Items "For God is not a God of disorder ...

Africa in Hollywood

Africa is IN, all over Hollywood. You might be surprised at some of the biggest celebrities you never knew were from Mama Africa. Then, there are those celebrities who love to enthrall themselves w...

10 Ideas for Hosting Your Amani Party

An Amani Gathering is any event where people come together to learn about and support Amani ya Juu. We like to call them parties :). They are hosted throughout the United States by volunteers who r...

Meet Our Intern: Jessica

Jessica's celebrating Halloween Amani Style. Name: Jessica Schachle Lundquist Hometown: Chattanooga, Tennessee School & Degree: University of Tennessee Chattanooga Pathway, Bachelor of Po...

Christmas Greetings from Becky Chinchen

Christmas greetings in the name of Christ! As preparations for Christmas day heighten, the halls of Amani ya Juu centers are filled with sounds of women laughing, heartfelt prayers, songs of pr...

AmaniDC says farewell to Mount Pleasant

The AmaniDC shop will be closing its doors after 6 years on Mount Pleasant Street and moving to our website, amaniafrica.org. Our mission to pass God’s peace globally will continue through our webs...

White Ribbon Day at Amani Kenya

"Peace I leave with you; My peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." John 14:27 The following is a message from Cathie Bu...

We are Thankful

What are the women of Amahoro Burundi thankful for? The seamstresses of Amahoro Burundi have witnessed genocide, violence, hunger, and extreme poverty. But each day, they pause to offer praise a...

Amani Gifts for the Cook in Your Life

Your Thanksgiving host/hostess will spend hours (or perhaps even days) preparing for your Thanksgiving celebration. Why not surprise him or her with a gift from Amani ya Juu? Aprons are a great gi...