Bringing Light to the Darkness: Catholic Sisters on the Front Lines in Africa
Catholic sisters have become a critical component of emergency response among local African communities in crisis.
Success Stories
3: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages
Nun’s Radio Show Disseminates COVID-19 Info to Zambians in Multiple Languages
Sr. Astridah is using the leadership skills she learned in ASEC’s SLDI program to share critical health information about COVID-19 pandemic to 1.5 million Zambians via a multilingual radio show.
Following the Ripples – How Educating One Person Can Benefit Hundreds in Need
The stories of four African women who used their education to change the lives of hundreds of people they serve.
Reducing the Spread and Stigma of HIV/AIDS in Kenya
Sr. Norah is saving lives by providing preventative care and support services that reduce the spread and stigma of HIV/AIDS in Kenya.
Catholic Sisters Create a Safer World by Protecting Africa’s Children
Catholic sisters are creating and running programs to protect the children who are the most at-risk among Africa’s rapidly growing population.
Nun’s Ministry Improves Healthcare in Tanzania
Sr. Edna earns a degree to serve as a pharmaceutical technician in Tanzania to improve healthcare in the country.
Learning To Lead
Through education, Catholic sisters are becoming some of the top leaders bringing positive changes throughout Africa.
Women Religious are Healing Africa Through Health and Wellness
Catholic sisters are providing much needed health and wellness services throughout Africa.
DREAMS Program Reduces HIV/AIDS Among Young Women and Girls in Lesotho
SLDI alumna Sr. Anacletta implements a program to increase access to HIV/AIDS services and reduce the number of new HIV/AIDS cases among adolescent girls and young women in Lesotho.
Hospital in Uganda with Mission to Serve the Vulnerable
Nursing Director and ASEC alumna Sr. Harriet is a driving force behind Nkozi Hospital’s mission and vision for the future.
Nigerian Nun’s Grant Writing Skills Help Thousands in Need
Sr. Josemaria is using her SLDI education to improve healthcare services and strengthen the resource mobilization skills of several congregations in Nigeria.
Sisters a Source of Hope For Uganda’s Elderly and Poor
At Mapeera Bakateyamba Home in Uganda, Good Samaritan Sisters serve the elderly, poor, destitute, disabled and neglected people of God without discrimination.