ASEC News & Reflections
ASEC is serving Catholic Sisters in 10 sub-Saharan 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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Grateful Hearts: A Gift of Learning for African Sisters
3 months ago: [Kenya] Through her heartfelt poem, Sr. Anastacia Oyieko, FSHJ, expresses deep gratitude for the transformative impact of ASEC. With every opportunity given, Sisters are igniting hope, building bridges, and creating lasting impact—empowered to serve, uplift, and heal communities across Africa.
Empowered to Lead: ASEC-SLDI, the Catalyst for My Personal Growth
3 months ago: [Kenya] Through ASEC’s Sister Leadership Development Initiative (SLDI) Finance Course, Sr. Rebecca Adhiambo Otieno, MI, gained critical financial management skills that empower her to lead with confidence, ensure transparency, and strengthen the sustainability of her congregation’s mission.
ASEC my Enabler: From learner to leader
3 months ago: [Kenya] With the support of ASEC, HESA alumna Sr. Margaret Wanda, DOJGS, became a trained nurse and leader, serving as Superior General of her congregation and a board member of CASA-K, where she integrates healthcare and compassionate leadership to uplift both her congregation and the elderly Sisters in her care.
Building Sustainable Congregations through Sister-led Initiatives: A vision for the future
3 months ago: [Kenya] Through ASEC’s education programs, Sr. Josephine Kwenga, SJT, has gained the leadership and resource management skills needed to strengthen her congregation’s sustainability—ensuring its mission continues to uplift communities for generations to come.
Graduating in ASEC's Silver Jubilee Year: A Journey of Empowerment
3 months ago: [Kenya] With the support of ASEC’s HESA program, Sr. Caroline Wambui Gachoki, SMI, earned her Master’s Degree in Administration and Planning in Education—gaining the knowledge, confidence, and leadership skills to make a lasting impact in her community.
Scholarship 2024 Year in Review
4 months ago: [Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe] The ASEC Scholarship Program empowers Catholic Sisters across nine countries with access to education, enabling them to better serve their congregations and communities, with over 890 scholarships awarded since 2012.
Little Girl, I Say to You, Rise Up; Igniting Hope for Human Trafficking Survivors
4 months ago: [Kenya, Uganda, USA] Sr. Jackline Mwikali Mwongela, an alum of ASEC’s HESA program and Project Manager at Religious Against Human Trafficking (RAHT) in Kenya, has been empowering women and children to rise above human trafficking through prevention, protection, and partnerships, while offering hope to survivors through education and holistic support.
Nothing is Impossible: ASEC Service Learning Reflections from Kenya
4 months ago: [Kenya, USA] Through ASEC’s Service Learning Trip, Madi's experience in Kenya helped bridge cultural gaps, teaching children about disability awareness while being profoundly impacted by their resilience and kindness.
First SLDI Participant Impacts Thousands Annually in Kenya
9 months ago: [Kenya] Utilizing skills from her SLDI training, Sr. Lucy Kanjira Kirichia, RGS, a member of the first SLDI cohort in 2007, has expanded to serving over 1,600 individuals, demonstrating the profound impact of her dedication and the SLDI program on her community.
Holistic Support for the Vulnerable in Kenya
more than a year ago.: [Kenya] Sr. Elizabeth Wambui Gichuki, DHM uses the skills learned in the SLDI program to help over 3,000 children, their parents, as well as others.
Perspectives- 2024 SLDI Partner Workshop in Tanzania
more than a year ago.: [Kenya, Tanzania] At just 12 years old a Maasai girl captivated participants at the 2024 SLDI Partner Workshop and represented the impact delivered by ASEC sisters
Scholarship 2023 Year in Review
more than a year ago.: [Cameroon, Kenya, Tanzania] Since 2012, ASEC’s Scholarship Program has enabled over 790 sisters in seven African countries to pursue secondary and higher education, empowering them to serve their communities more effectively.
Partnerships Rooted in Collaboration
more than a year ago.: [Kenya, USA] Collaboration is central to ASEC's mission, exemplified by partnerships with educational institutions and national conferences of religious across ten African countries, all aimed at empowering Catholic sisters through education, as highlighted in the 2023 HESA Partners Conference.
Higher Education for Sisters in Africa 2023 Year in Review
more than a year ago.: [Ghana, Kenya, SouthSudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, USA] The Higher Education for Sisters in Africa (HESA) program empowers Catholic sisters in Africa by providing access to post-secondary education, resulting in over 1,144 graduates across 24 partner institutions in 10 African countries and the U.S.
Sisters Leadership Development Initiative (SLDI) 2023 Year in Review
more than a year ago.: [Cameroon, Kenya, Malawi, Tanzania, Uganda, USA] The Sisters Leadership Development Initiative (SLDI) empowers Catholic sisters in 10 African countries by enhancing their leadership, technology, and financial skills, resulting in significant community impact.
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