Jim Cason served 17 years at FCNL as Associate General Secretary for Policy and Advocacy, leading strategies to advance peace and justice through congressional engagement and grassroots lobbying. He built diverse coalitions, expanded FCNL’s reach, and organised events with lawmakers to influence policy. A long-time advocate for social change, Jim also worked as a journalist and non-profit leader, including as U.S. correspondent for La Jornada and Senior Editor at AllAfrica.com.