2022 Annual Board Meetings Discuss Progress and Future Goals
ASEC Staff and Advisory board members met for an annual meeting on April 27, 2022, while the Board met the following day on April 28.
Current Events
Visiting Scholar Researches How Social Media Can Help Congregations in Ghana
US Staff hosted ASEC’s 8th Visiting Scholar, Sr. Victorine, on a virtual visit to their Marywood University office.
Staff Training Focuses on Social Entrepreneurship
“The work you do on a daily basis is strengthening the capacity of the sisters you serve.” – Sr. Draru Mary Cecilia, LSMIG, Ph.D.
Caring for Earth, Caring for You: Catholic Sisters Week 2022
Although celebrating the work of Catholic sisters is important every day, for one week each year we have a formal celebration – Catholic Sisters Week.
8th Visiting Scholar Selected for CARA Research Fellowship
Sr. Victorine Atsufui Afi Dorkenoo of the Sisters of Mary Mother of the Church (SMMC), from Ghana, has been selected as the 8th CARA-ASEC Visiting Scholar.
An ASEC Perspective: The Importance of Catholic Sisters Week
ASEC Executive Director reflects on Catholic Sisters Week, ASEC’s collaborative partnerships and the importance of celebrating Catholic sisters’ tradition of service.
COVID-19 Impact in Africa – ASEC Stakeholder Engagement Report
This impact study aims to understand ASEC stakeholders’ experiences and coping mechanisms during the COVID-19 pandemic so we can provide proactive response to their needs.
Grant Provides African Communities with Food and Sanitation Supplies during COVID-19
An SHCJ/ASEC joint effort provides financial support to African sisters responding to the COVID-19 pandemic and serving the poor and vulnerable in their communities.
Catholic Sisters Serve Africa’s Most Vulnerable During Global Pandemic
Sisters from ASEC’s programs are finding new and innovative ways to serve the poor and vulnerable during the COVID-19 pandemic.
What Do Nuns Do? 10 Contributions of Catholic Nuns in US History
Throughout the years, Catholic nuns have had a significant impact on building the foundations of America as we know it. Here are some facts about Catholic nuns in US history that you may not know!
The more the variety, the better the society
Celebrating 25 years of action for biological diversity, Sr. Vera asks what each of us can do to preserve the biodiversity of our common home: earth.
The need for Cultural Diversity dialogue in Cameroon, Africa
Sr. Vera reflects on how we can better understand cultural diversity in Africa and how each individual culture can be beneficial to the country as a whole.