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ASEC’s 2026 Night of Storytelling: Building Bridges – Strengthening Communities

African Sisters Education Collaborative (ASEC)

African Sisters Education Collaborative invites all to attend the 4th annual

 Night of Storytelling: Building Bridges – Strengthening Communities

Please join us

Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at 6:30 PM

at Marywood University's Fireplace Lounge in Nazareth Hall, Scranton, PA

Free & open to the public!

Guests will be inspired and invigorated by the personal narratives shared by guest speakers, who will recount their unique experiences with ASEC. The evening will also include opportunities for attendees to engage with the speakers by asking questions and gaining deeper insights.

This event is free to attend and all are welcome! Your participation helps us continue empowering sisters and creating lasting change in 11 countries across Africa.

Enjoy a relaxed evening with complimentary coffee and dessert, as well as exciting raffles.

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Directions and Parking Information

Guests should park in the large Nazareth commuter lot (labeled G on the Marywood University Parking Map). From the lot, walk up the outdoor concrete staircase. Continue past the outdoor seating area and proceed toward the building entrance located to the left of the Esports Center. Enter Nazareth Student Center (labeled 24 on the Marywood University Campus Map) through that door and take the staircase inside up. At the top of the stairs, the Fireplace Lounge will be on your left. 

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Read about ASEC's 2025 Night of Storytelling: Igniting Hope - Dare to Dream HERE! 


For questions or more information please contact

Maureen Elliott at 570-348-6211 ext 6092 or [email protected] 

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