African Sisters Education Collaborative
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.
Through ASEC’s education programs, Catholic sisters in Tanzania are breaking barriers in the legal field as they teach, practice law, and advocate for justice and gender equality in their communities.
At the CERRA-Africa Global Research Network Symposium in Nairobi, Kenya, HESA alumnae and ASEC staff presented impactful research, highlighting the vital yet often-overlooked contributions of Catholic sisters to sustainable development across Africa and beyond.
After a life-altering injury, Augustine Kitonsa found healing, purpose, and hope at a center run by Sr. Regina Nakyeyune, GSS, an SLDI alumna using her training to support over 60 vulnerable individuals in Uganda.
At the 2025 Notre Dame Religious Liberty Summit in Dublin, Sr. Draru of ASEC shared a compelling message: true inclusion must embrace individual identity.
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. Namusisi Teddy DM shares how ASEC’s scholarships and mentorship programs have transformed her life, enabling her to pursue higher education and equip herself with the skills to make a meaningful impact in the education sector.
This Sister reflects on her transformative journey with ASEC, highlighting how the program equipped her with leadership, administrative, and technological skills. Her story exemplifies the power of education in fostering societal change, cultural awareness, and community development.
This Sister shares her transformative journey through ASEC’s Sisters Leadership Development Initiative (SLDI), highlighting key projects like clean water tanks, solar installations, and school renovations. Her story reflects the power of education in restoring human dignity and fostering sustainable community development.
As a pioneer of ASEC, this Sister reflects on 25 years of empowerment and growth through programs like SLDI and HESA. From overcoming challenges in online learning to managing impactful community projects, her journey showcases the transformative power of education and collaboration.
Through ASEC, Sisters across Africa gain the education and skills to lead transformative initiatives in their communities. One Sister shares how the program empowered her to challenge gender biases, build vital infrastructure, and mentor others, fostering growth and empowerment within her congregation and beyond.
As ASEC celebrates its Silver Jubilee, it highlights the transformative power of education in empowering Catholic Sisters to lead impactful community initiatives. From finance management to resource mobilization, Sisters are fostering economic growth, advocating for vulnerable children, and creating sustainable change.
