Who We Are.
Led by women African human rights activists, the African Network against Extrajudicial Killings and Enforced Disappearances (ANEKED) is an independent, non-political and non-religious civil society organisation.
We campaign against forced disappearances and summary executions, advocating for justice for victims and their families.
We place an emphasis on women survivors who, despite leading the struggle for truth (when, why, who, how) and justice, are often overlooked and invisible.
Did you know?
- Whilst the vast majority of primary victims are men, women are the ones left behind to deal with the social, economic, legal and familial implications of these crimes.
- Women are increasingly targeted because of their active role in civil and human rights movements.
We began our work in 2019, in two West African countries- The Gambia and Ghana. In 2022, we moved to being a section based organisation, with a section in Switzerland and a section in Gambia. Our long-term goal is to continue expanding across different countries.
About The Founder.
After her father Saul Ndow was forcibly disappeared and allegedly killed under direct orders of Yahya Jammeh, Gambia’s former dictator, Nana-Jo Ndow turned her despair and anger into action. Together with other victims she launched the campaign Jammeh2Justice seeking to bring Yahya Jammeh and his accomplices to justice for their crimes. Following the campaign, Ndow founded ANEKED to ensure other victims never have to stay silent again. She is a gender equality specialist, human rights activist, and storyteller.
“Activism is contagious. The action of one can inspire many and make change real. Our work ahead is not an easy one but our vision for human rights is that of the Baobab: from a small seed grows a mighty and resilient tree.”
— Nana-Jo Ndow