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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

5 days ago: [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

6 days ago: [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

6 days ago: [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

6 days ago: [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

6 days ago: [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

6 days ago: [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.

Megan Wescott, ASEC’s Digital & Social Media Specialist, presents on visual storytelling and social media strategy during the alumnae workshop in Zambia.

A First Journey to Africa: Witnessing the Impact of ASEC in Zambia

2 weeks ago: [Zambia, USA] On her first trip to Africa, ASEC Digital & Social Media Specialist Megan Wescott experienced firsthand how ASEC's work reflects the lasting impact of sisters’ education and leadership across communities.

HESA graduates and ASEC staff celebrate with a cake-cutting ceremony at the Catholic University of Eastern Africa in Kenya.

Graduation to Action - HESA Supported Sisters Driving Lasting Change

2 months ago: [Cameroon, Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Nigeria, SouthSudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe] Across Africa, sisters reached a major milestone as they completed their studies through ASEC’s Higher Education for Sisters in Africa program. Graduating from colleges and universities, many earned honors and are now putting their education into action as leaders in their communities.

Attendees observe the evening program, reflecting on ASEC’s mission and the impact of educating Catholic sisters in Africa.

ASEC DC Reception: An Evening of Connection and Commitment

4 months ago: [USA] ASEC hosted a reception in Washington, DC celebrating faith, community, and the mission to educate Catholic sisters in Africa.

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Giving Tuesday 2025

4 months ago: [USA] Make your promise to ASEC this Giving Tuesday and help Catholic sisters bring hope, healing, and transformation to communities across Africa.

Ripple Effect of ASEC

4 months ago: [Kenya, Malawi] ASEC-trained sisters in Africa transform communities through education, healthcare, and environmental initiatives, creating a ripple effect of hope, service, and lasting impact.

Students learn in a science laboratory at Bigwa Secondary School.

Realizing Dreams At Bigwa

4 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.

Igniting Hope for the Future of ASEC

4 months ago: [none] ASEC empowers Catholic sisters across sub-Saharan Africa with education, leadership, and sustainable programs, enabling them to transform communities, provide essential services, and drive lasting social change.

Imagine! The Power of Service in Kenya

4 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.

The Generative Effects of Service

4 months ago: [Cameroon, Kenya, Malawi] ASEC’s programs have empowered thousands of African sisters like those in Kenya and Cameroon to lead, serve, and create lasting impact in their communities through education, job creation, and ministry.

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