Impact

The work is measured in people finding a way forward.

Faith’s impact is built through advocacy, institution-building, public service, collaboration and the patient work of helping communities grow their own capacity.

Faith Gakanje-Ajala at a People Powered event

Four connected fields

Women and migration

Advocacy and practical support shaped around dignity, opportunity and the realities of migrant and refugee women.

Community capability

Helping people and organisations understand systems, build confidence and create sustainable routes forward.

Enterprise and leadership

Turning ideas into structures, programmes, partnerships and platforms that can carry meaningful work.

Culture and belonging

Using dialogue, creativity and cultural exchange to strengthen identity and bridge communities.

Selected milestones

A public record of building, writing and representing.

2006

African Women’s Empowerment Forum founded

A platform created to advocate for and support African migrant, refugee and asylum-seeking women.

2019

A Life Robbed published

Faith’s reflection on her experience of the UK asylum system.

2023

Elected in Bilborough

Faith entered Nottingham public service as a ward councillor.

2025

Beyond Borders panellist

Speaking at the University of Westminster on refugee leadership, resilience and entrepreneurship.

African and Caribbean community needs survey participants
Faith with Nottingham public and community leaders
African Women’s Empowerment Forum community gathering

This page deliberately avoids unsupported impact numbers and award claims. Sources include the Charity Commission, Nottingham City Council, Hatchards and the University of Westminster.

Begin with a conversation

Impact grows through aligned partnership.

If your organisation can contribute reach, expertise, funding, opportunity or a platform, tell us what you want to build together.