Supporting Momentum for an African led Movement for Family Care
Martin James Foundation (MJF) is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Transform Alliance Africa (TAA), a growing network of organisations working across the continent with a shared vision: an Africa free of orphanages, where all children belong and grow in safe and loving families This collaboration will support TAA at a pivotal point in its growth, as the Alliance expands its reach, strengthens its advocacy, and builds the infrastructure needed to coordinate and support a powerful, continent-wide movement for care reform.
About Transform Alliance Africa
Transform Alliance Africa brings together over 20 member organisations from 12 African countries, including several of MJF’s existing partners such as Child’s i Foundation, FAMadagascar, and Railway Children Africa. Through collaborative advocacy, capacity building, and peer learning, TAA aims to end institutional care for children and promote care systems that prioritise families and communities. TAA works to influence national and regional policies, support care reform initiatives, and ensure that care-experienced individuals are meaningfully included in shaping the movement. The Alliance provides training, resources, and a platform for organisations to learn from each other, adopt effective practices, and strengthen their impact.
Why This Partnership Matters
Across Africa, many organisations working on care reform operate in isolation, without the networks or shared learning needed to scale impact. TAA addresses this gap by strengthening connections between organisations, reducing duplication of effort, and amplifying proven approaches that can drive systemic change. MJF’s funding will support TAA’s core functions during a critical period of momentum, enabling the Alliance to refine its strategy, strengthen coordination, and scale its influence. The partnership reflects MJF’s long-term commitment to supporting locally led, collective approaches to care reform that centre the voices of communities and children themselves.Standing With a Movement Led by African Expertise
Transform Alliance Africa is a powerful example of African-led collaboration driving systemic change for children across the continent. As a growing collective of organisations rooted in local expertise and experience, TAA is shaping the future of care through shared learning, advocacy, and coordinated action. At MJF, we recognise the value and urgency of this work. We are pleased to provide flexible, trust-based funding to support the Alliance in advancing its own strategy and priorities. This partnership reflects our commitment to locally led change, and we are grateful for the opportunity to contribute to a movement that is both vital and visionary.Quotes:
“We’re honoured to provide flexible funding in support of an African-led initiative that is already making a real impact across the continent. Transform Alliance Africa represents the kind of collaborative, community-rooted leadership that is essential for lasting change. It’s a privilege to walk alongside this network, to learn from their expertise, and to contribute in a small way to work that is already well underway and deeply needed.”
Ailsa Laxton, Director of Global Programmes, Martin James Foundation
“This partnership marks a significant and important moment of growth and impact for Transform Alliance Africa. We are proud to stand with the Martin James Foundation in our shared commitment to ending institutional care. This support enables us to advocate more effectively, amplify our collective voice, deepen collaboration across countries and continue to transform systems, strengthening sustainable family-based care models that are rooted in African values and led by African expertise, so that every child grows up in a safe and loving family.”
Stephen Ucembe and Christopher Muwanguzi, Co-Coordinators, Transform Alliance Africa
Learn more about the work of Transform Alliance Africa and its members at transformallianceafrica.com, and follow Transform Alliance Africa on LinkedIn for updates and insights.
