Fanm Saj: Cultivating Healing & Liberation
Welcome to a journey celebrating Fanm Saj, a Black women-led for impact organization dedicated to nurturing healing and justice within our communities. Today, we share our story, our mission, and our vision for a world where every family can thrive.
OUR FOUNDATION
The Roots of Fanm Saj
Founded in Miami in 2018, Fanm Saj emerged from a profound need for restorative justice and healing within Black communities and social justice movements. We are a Black women-led grassroots for impact organization deeply rooted in the practices of Restorative Justice and Healing Justice.
Our name, "Fanm Saj," is a deliberate homage to the revered Haitian midwives who historically not only guide mothers towards birthing children but also guide families through holistic healing within their communities. Their legacy inspires our commitment to nurturing well-being and collective flourishing.
OUR PURPOSE
Mission & Vision
Our Mission
To provide families of the African diaspora with cultural, spiritual, wellness, social, and political tools to nourish themselves and their communities. We believe in empowering individuals with the resources to foster resilience and growth.
Our Vision
A world where families of all ages and abilities can live in safe, spiritually, mentally, and physically healthy communities. We envision a future of holistic well-being and healing justice for all.
OUR APPROACH
What Makes Us Unique
Restorative Justice Pioneers
We have introduced Restorative Justice Circles to over 5,000 individuals across Miami-Dade, the U.S. South, and nationally, fostering dialogue and reconciliation.
Community-Centered
We intentionally center Black women, youth, and families who are most impacted by systemic oppression, ensuring their voices and needs guide our work.
Ancestral Wisdom
Our theory of change blends Ella Baker’s collective leadership model with African and Indigenous practices like Ifa/Orisa traditions, Vodou, ritual, and circle keeping for self-determined holistic healing and community accountability.
THE URGENCY
Why Our Work Matters
40%
Domestic Violence
Over 40% of Black women experience domestic violence in their lifetimes, a rate 2.5x higher than white women.
20.3%
Disproportionate Deportation
Black immigrants face disproportionate deportation, accounting for 20.3% of deportations despite being only 5.4% of undocumented migrants.
20X
Youth Exposure to Violence
Black and Hispanic youth are exposed to firearm homicide at 20x the rate of their white peers.
OUR PROGRAMS
Cultivating Wellness and Leadership
1
Healing Justice Circles
Facilitating safe spaces for dialogue, conflict resolution, and community building through restorative and transformative justice practices.
2
Youth Leadership & Mentorship
Nurturing the next generation through our Youth Leadership Board and Sacred Moon Circles, empowering young voices for change.
3
Holistic Wellness Summits
Hosting monthly Reiki and "We Got Us" Healing Justice Summits to provide accessible wellness resources and foster collective care.
4
Ancestral Healing
Integrating cultural rituals, yoni steams, ancestral, and African/Indigenous healing ceremonies to reconnect with traditional wisdom and promote holistic well-being.
OUR VALUES
Pillars of Our Work
1
Collectivism
We believe in the power of collective action and shared responsibility for community well-being.
2
Healing Justice
Centering the transformative power of healing in addressing systemic oppression and historical trauma.
3
Accountability
Fostering transparent processes and mutual responsibility within our collective and with the communities we serve.
4
Equity
Committing to fair treatment and equal opportunity for all, addressing disparities and promoting justice.
5
Relationship-Building
Recognizing that strong relationships are the foundation of safety, trust, and community resilience.
JOIN US
Nourishing Our Future
Fanm Saj is more than an organization; it is a movement. A movement built on the wisdom of our ancestors, the resilience of our communities, and the unwavering belief in a future where healing and justice prevail.
"When we heal, the earth heals. When we heal, our ancestors heal. When we heal, the future generations heal." - A quote that moves us in our practice.
We invite you to join us on this transformative journey. Your support, partnership, and advocacy are vital as we continue to cultivate safe, spiritually and physically healthy communities for all families of the African diaspora.
Learn more and connect with Fanm Saj
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Connect With Us
Email: [email protected]
Website: fanmsaj.org
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