About us
HISTORICAL PROFILE & ACHIEVEMENT
In 1992 the national Christian councils of The Gambia, Ghana, Liberia and Nigeria met to reflect on how national councils and churches could be mobilised to address the causes of hunger and poverty, violation of human rights, injustice and armed conflicts. In 1994 FECCIWA was established to provide a forum for Christian councils and churches in West Africa to address these issues and to facilitate and promote programs to tackle their root causes.
We have mitigated the effects of trauma after armed conflicts through trauma-healing and reconciliation programs in Liberia, Sierra Leone an Ivory Coast.
We monitor fully government activities and working towards justice and equality. Our members raise their voices and speak out to the public when their respective governments do not acting in the best interest of their citizens. As a result, in many places people now have a say in decisions that affect their lives.
We have been successful in combating corruption by building islands of integrity and transparency in Schools: for instance in Cote d’Ivoire, Ghana, Liberia, Nigeria and Togo. We will continue our efforts until corruption is reduced in Schools, Churches, Christian Based Organizations and in the entire societies in West Africa.
We are involved in Civil Education and Elections monitoring in Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone.
We know we still have a long way to go. Therefore we keep on doing all that is humanly possible to improve the lives of people in West Africa.
what we do
Faith. Unity.
Transformation.
What We Do
FECCIWA identifies and addresses the underlying causes of violence, poverty, exclusion, and injustice. Through advocacy, capacity building, partnerships, and community engagement, we support churches and communities in creating lasting solutions to regional challenges.
Our work focuses on:
- Peacebuilding and conflict prevention
- Food security and sustainable livelihoods
- Human rights and social justice
- Gender equality and women’s empowerment
- Climate change and environmental stewardship
- Good governance and anti-corruption initiatives
- Leadership development and institutional strengthening
A Platform for Unity and Action
FECCIWA provides an ecumenical space where churches and Christian councils can work together with a common purpose. Through this platform, members speak and act with one voice in promoting:
- Social transformation and justice
- Theological reflection and Christian witness
- Worship, fellowship, and mutual support
- Learning and capacity development
- Interfaith and interreligious dialogue
- Peaceful coexistence and reconciliation
Our Core Values
At the heart of our work is the belief that every person is created in the image of God and deserves the opportunity to live with dignity, freedom, and hope.
We are guided by:
Faith, Hope and Love
Our Christian faith inspires our commitment to serve others and pursue justice.
Human Dignity
We believe every person deserves respect, opportunity, and equal treatment.
Justice and Equality
We advocate for the rights of marginalized communities, including women, youth, and persons living with disabilities.
Participation and Inclusion
We promote the active involvement of citizens in decisions affecting their communities and futures.
Peace and Reconciliation
We work to prevent conflict, promote dialogue, and build peaceful societies.
Accountability and Good Governance
We encourage transparent leadership and responsible stewardship at every level of society.
Our Objectives
FECCIWA was established to:
- Promote Christian fellowship and effective witness among churches and councils in West Africa.
- Strengthen cooperation among churches and faith-based organizations.
- Encourage Christians from different traditions to pray, plan, and act together.
- Promote the involvement of churches in holistic development.
- Undertake joint action and service on behalf of member churches.
- Support the establishment of Christian councils where they do not yet exist.
- Advance justice, truth, peace, and love through faith-driven action.
Why Our Work Matters
West Africa faces complex challenges, including conflict, poverty, food insecurity, environmental degradation, and social inequality. By speaking and acting together, churches can become powerful agents of transformation.
Through regional collaboration, FECCIWA has contributed to strengthening peace initiatives, promoting interfaith dialogue, supporting vulnerable communities, and advocating for policies that improve the lives of millions across the region. We continue to provide a respected prophetic voice that inspires hope, promotes justice, and advances sustainable development.
Building a Better West Africa Together
For more than three decades, FECCIWA has united churches around a common mission: building a West Africa where peace prevails, justice is upheld, and every individual has the opportunity to thrive.
Together with our members, partners, and supporters, we remain committed to transforming lives, strengthening communities, and creating a future filled with hope for generations to come.