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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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Sr. Gertrude supervises during a medical camp.

Training Future Nurses in Kenya

15 hours ago: [Kenya] As a nurse educator and national examiner in Kenya, Sr. Gertrude Muhatia, SMK, uses her ASEC-sponsored education to mentor students with compassion and professionalism—empowering the next generation of healthcare workers.

Technology and Religious Institutes in Malawi

Technology and Religious Institutes in Malawi

16 hours ago: [Malawi, USA] Sr. Gloria Maluwasa, SBVM, is using her ASEC-supported education and research to advocate for digital literacy among Catholic sisters in Malawi—empowering them to better serve their communities through technology.

D’Ambra shares a moment of joy and connection through music during ASEC’s 2025 Service Learning trip in Ghana, using her guitar to bridge cultures and hearts.

Practicing Music Therapy Skills in Ghana

16 hours ago: [Ghana, USA] During ASEC’s 2023 Service Learning trip to Ghana, Marywood University student D’Ambra Galvin used her music therapy training to connect with children and support local schools—an experience she says changed her life.

Sr. Mary Cecilia Draru, LSMIG, PhD, Executive Director of ASEC, speaks during the panel “Threats to Civil Society – Religious Education” at the 2025 Notre Dame Religious Liberty Summit in Dublin, Ireland.

Inclusion Without Compromise: Sr. Draru Speaks at 2025 Religious Liberty Summit

last week: [Uganda, USA] At the 2025 Notre Dame Religious Liberty Summit in Dublin, Sr. Draru of ASEC shared a compelling message: true inclusion must embrace individual identity.

Sr. Georgette outside of Roussel House

Overcoming Unemployment in Kenya

last week: [Kenya] In Kenya, Sr. Georgette Sawadogo, DDS, is using her ASEC-sponsored education to fight youth unemployment by creating jobs and empowering young people, especially young mothers, through vocational training and social entrepreneurship.

Sr. Stivelia Emily Macloud, SBVM in the Tiyende Limodzi Project gardens.

Empowering Communities to Move Out of Dependency in Malawi

3 weeks ago: [Malawi] In Malawi, Sr. Stivelia Macloud, SBVM, used the knowledge she gained through ASEC’s Sisters Leadership Development Initiative (SLDI) to launch an agricultural project that empowers vulnerable community members to break the cycle of poverty through farming.

Sr. Maureen J. Chalamanda, SOL, providing treatment in her rural outreach program.

Reducing Maternal Mortality in Malawi

last month: [Malawi] When a mother in Malawi faced a life-threatening childbirth complication, Sr. Maureen Chalamanda, SOL—a three-time ASEC alumna—used her education to save both mother and baby, proving how vital trained sisters are to community healthcare.

Sr. Agnes Mmanga, SOL, at Stella Maris Girls Secondary School.

Bridging the Gap to Higher Education in Malawi

last month: [Malawi] In Malawi, Sr. Agnes Mmanga, SOL—a three-time ASEC alumna—used her second chance at education to become a special needs teacher, now helping girls overcome the same academic barriers she once faced.

Guests enjoy a lively cocktail hour at ASEC's 25th Anniversary Gala in the beautiful rotunda of Chestnut Hill College.

ASEC Celebrates 25 Years of Impact With its First Gala Honoring its Founding Mothers

6 months ago: [USA] ASEC celebrates 25 years of impact with its inaugural gala, honoring its visionary Founding Mothers and raising vital funds to empower Catholic sisters in Africa.

Grateful Hearts: A Gift of Learning for African Sisters

Grateful Hearts: A Gift of Learning for African Sisters

6 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.

Sr. Rebecca mentoring some members of the leadership team in finance skills

Empowered to Lead: ASEC-SLDI, the Catalyst for My Personal Growth

6 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.

Sister Margaret Wanda in her role as a superior graciously receives the vows of a junior sister

ASEC my Enabler: From learner to leader

6 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.

Sr. Josephine Kwenga & Sr. Magdalene Katua ASEC Alumnae planting a tree to mark a visit to their Congregations Collaborators in development programs initiatives in Kenya.

Building Sustainable Congregations through Sister-led Initiatives: A vision for the future

6 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

Graduating in ASEC's Silver Jubilee Year: A Journey of Empowerment

6 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.

Sr. Draru Mary Cecilia, LSMIG, Ph.D., ASEC executive director, shares her journey of faith, resilience, and leadership during a heartfelt discussion at the University of Notre Dame.

Sr. Draru Mary Cecilia, LSMIG, Ph.D., ASEC Executive Director Honored with 2024 Notre Dame Award for Outstanding Contributions to Catholic Education

6 months ago: [USA] The African Sisters Education Collaborative (ASEC) is delighted to announce that Sr. Draru Mary Cecilia, LSMIG, Ph.D., our esteemed Executive Director, has been named the recipient of the 2024 Notre Dame Award for Outstanding Contributions to Catholic Education. This prestigious award, established in 2003 by the University of Notre Dame, recognizes individuals who have dedicated their lives to sustaining and strengthening Catholic education.

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