African Sisters Education Collaborative
ASEC is serving Catholic Sisters in 11 African countries, providing access to educational opportunities. There is much to celebrate about the work of ASEC and the impact on Sisters benefiting from our programs.
Building bridges is about creating connections—between people, communities, and generations. It is also about recognizing our shared responsibility for the world we inhabit together. For Sr. Veronica Nnaye Nkom, OLF, […]
ASEC’s mission continues to grow through the sisters, programs, and partnerships that connect communities across Africa, the United States, and beyond. Throughout 2026, ASEC brought people together across countries and […]
For two days, June 29-30, 2026, the conference hall and classrooms of Tangaza University in Nairobi, Kenya, became spaces of encounter. Scholars exchanged ideas, refugees shared personal stories, and educators, […]
With gratitude, we pause to remember those who have recently passed away. Their service, leadership, and commitment strengthened ASEC and remain part of its enduring legacy. We hold in our […]
In 2026, the United States of America is celebrating 250 years. Catholic women religious have been part of the American story from the beginning, and it is important to shine […]
During Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Cameroon in April 2026, Catholic sisters served in a variety of roles, many of them outside the spotlight, from preparing the altar to providing […]
Dear Friends of ASEC, As we reflect on all that has been accomplished this year, I am deeply grateful for the donors, foundations, religious institutes, educational institutions, and other partners […]
In January 2026, ASEC gathered representatives from its national alumni associations in 10 countries, along with staff from the United States and Africa, for an unprecedented workshop in Lusaka, Zambia. […]
Some of my favorite memories of traveling in Africa are not the landmarks or landscapes—they’re the meals. They are the sisters who welcomed us with thoughtfully prepared food, refreshments, and […]
Every meaningful bridge begins with a strong foundation. For ASEC’s Service Learning Program, that foundation is built in the months before participants travel, through intentional preparation, collaboration, and relationship-building. Since […]
Every year, participants in the Higher Education for Sisters in Africa (HESA) program partake in a Reflective Learning Workshop, so named for its focus on reflecting on the progress they […]
In the Archdiocese of Arusha, Tanzania, Mama Kevina Centre is helping children from vulnerable backgrounds remain in school, grow in faith, and prepare for independent lives. Sr. Magdalena Leo, LSOSF, […]
