The Ghana Diaspora Public Affairs Collective (GHPAC), a national organization representing Ghanaians living in the United States, celebrates the recent confirmation of Nancy Gbana Abudu as United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.
Ms. Abudu has made history as not only the first Black woman to serve on the Eleventh Circuit, but as the first Ghanaian American to serve on the U.S. Court of Appeals.
As the Eleventh Circuit Court judge, Ms. Abudu will play a pivotal role in shaping policies that promote fairness, equality, and access to justice for all Americans.
The Senate’s decision to confirm Ms. Abudu is a significant milestone in advancing the cause of civil rights, ensuring equal representation, and promoting social justice in our nation.
Last year, the GHPAC urged the Senate Judiciary Committee to advance President Joe Biden’s nomination of Abudu.
Ms. Abudu’s life’s work to protect the right to vote as promised by the 15th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution as well as her extensive legal experience makes her more than qualified to lead the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit.
Ms. Abudu is a highly accomplished and respected advocate for civil liberties, with a proven track record of fighting for marginalized communities.
Throughout her distinguished career, she has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to protecting voting rights, challenging discriminatory practices, and promoting equity and inclusion. Her wealth of experience and expertise make her eminently qualified for this important role, and we commend the Senate for recognizing her exceptional qualifications.
Her leadership and strategic vision will be instrumental in addressing systemic inequities, dismantling barriers to equal opportunity, and championing the rights of underserved communities.
“We were impressed with Ms. Abudu’s handling of her tough confirmation hearing and cheered when she invoked her Ghanaian father’s immigration story in regard to the reason she fights for “religious freedom”, “free speech”, “voting rights”, “criminal justice”, and that “all people have equal access to justice” and “equal access under law”. We are confident that her passion, knowledge, and dedication to civil rights will make a lasting impact in fostering a more just and inclusive society” the GHPAC wrote.
Ghana Diaspora Public Affairs Collective is an advocacy organization founded by Ghanaian Americans focused on empowering Ghanaians in the diaspora and advancing U.S.-Ghana relations.
They represent one of the fastest growing and naturalizing communities in the United States. Through advocacy, education, and collaboration, they seek to empower our community and advance civic engagement.