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ASEC is serving Catholic Sisters in 11 African countries, providing access to educational opportunities. There is much to celebrate regarding the work of ASEC and the impact of Sisters who are benefiting from our programs.

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Sr. Wirba Blandine Kinyuy, SSA, holds a model from one of her civil engineering projects, reflecting the technical training she gained with the help of ASEC’s Scholarship Program.

Building a Nation: Civil Engineering in Cameroon

last month: [Cameroon] Through ASEC’s Scholarship Program, Sr. Wirba Blandine Kinyuy became the first ASEC-sponsored sister to study civil engineering, using her training to strengthen infrastructure and support sustainable development in Cameroon.

Sr. Bertha Chisanga, CPS, stands outside the Zambia Association of Sisterhoods (ZAS), where she leads initiatives that expand educational access and support for vulnerable girls in her community.

Compassionate Leadership at Zambia Association of Sisterhoods

last month: [Zambia] Sr. Bertha Chisanga leverages ASEC training and scholarships to expand educational opportunities for vulnerable girls in Zambia, fostering hope and community growth.

Sr. Esther Wambui Gitee, ASN attends her graduation after earning a Doctorate of Philosophy in Business Administration (Finance).

Financial Safeguarding & Fraud Prevention in Kenya

last month: [Kenya] With ASEC’s support, Sr. Esther Wambui Gitee earned a PhD in Business Administration, using her expertise to strengthen financial accountability, prevent fraud, and ensure sustainability for her congregation and community in Kenya.

Sr. Constancia Lungu, LSSF, received the Outstanding Hardworking Personnel Award for Nursing, a national recognition of her leadership and dedication to expanding healthcare access in rural Zambia.

The ASEC Ripple Effect: Saving Lives in Rural Zambia

last month: [Zambia] An investment in Sr. Constancia Lungu’s leadership formation through ASEC’s Sisters Leadership Development Initiative has expanded life-saving healthcare access for families in rural Zambia.

Sr. Purity Siloka, RSHS, celebrates her graduation, a milestone that equips her to strengthen financial management and support life-saving healthcare at Monze Mission Hospital.

Capacity Building: When Financial Accountability Saves Lives in Rural Zambia

last month: [Zambia] Through advanced formation in administration and accountancy, Sr. Purity Siloka strengthens financial accountability at Monze Mission Hospital, helping sustain life-saving healthcare for hundreds of thousands in rural Zambia.

Sr. Chrisencia Twaambo Mkume, RSHS, works at her desk in the diocesan office, where her formation in finance and canon law supports careful stewardship, sound decision-making, and the pursuit of justice within the Church.

Called to Canon Law: Journey from Finance to Justice

last month: [Zambia] After participating in ASEC’s Sisters Leadership Development Initiative, Sr. Chrisencia Twaambo Mkume’s formation in finance strengthened her leadership foundation and ultimately supported her trailblazing path into canon law in Zambia.

Sr. Sophia provides clothing and comfort to a child.

Illuminating Lent: From Calling to Caregiving

last month: [Tanzania] Through education gained in ASEC’s Sisters Leadership Development Initiative, Sr. Sophia Mbilinyi leads compassionate care and sustainable programs that support orphaned and vulnerable children in Tanzania.

Sr. Vera tends to her flourishing organic garden, using natural methods and composted poultry droppings to grow healthy, chemical-free vegetables for her community.

How Poultry and Bio-farming Promote Health and Happiness

2 months ago: [Cameroon] SLDI alumnae Sr. Vera Ndifoin Nayah, Sisters of St. Therese of the Child Jesus (SST (STH)), embraces innovative farming practices that promote healthy living and strengthen her community. Her work with poultry and organic farming reflects the lasting impact of ASEC training and her commitment to sustainable, healthy living.

Sr. Lucia Ngaba, OP (second from left), with SLDI Basic Technology Workshop participants in Nairobi, Kenya.

The Impact of SLDI’s Basic Technology Workshops

5 months ago: [Kenya] Sr. Lucia Ngaba, OP, shares how ASEC’s SLDI Basic Technology Workshop transformed her ability to serve her community through improved communication, organization, and creative contributions that strengthen her congregation's mission.

Students learn in a science laboratory at Bigwa Secondary School.

Realizing Dreams At Bigwa

5 months ago: [Tanzania] ASEC’s long-term partnership with Bigwa Secondary School in Tanzania has expanded educational access, strengthened facilities, and empowered women religious and local students to become confident, skilled leaders in their communities.

Imagine! The Power of Service in Kenya

5 months ago: [Ghana, Kenya, Tanzania, USA] Guided by ASEC connections and inspired leadership, Sr. Caroline Ngati, ASE, transformed barren land in Kenya into the thriving Dorothea Rescue Center, offering safety, education, and hope to vulnerable girls while enriching ASEC’s Service Learning experiences.