African Sisters Education Collaborative
In Zambia, individuals with disabilities often encounter social stigma and exclusion. Many communities continue to perceive disability through supernatural or moral lenses, leading to misunderstanding and isolation. At the same […]
The African Sisters Education Collaborative (ASEC) successfully hosted its 4th annual Night of Storytelling: Building Bridges – Strengthening Communities on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, in the Fireplace Lounge of Nazareth […]
An investment in Sr. Constancia Lungu’s leadership formation through ASEC’s Sisters Leadership Development Initiative has expanded life-saving healthcare access for families in rural Zambia.
Through advanced formation in administration and accountancy, Sr. Purity Siloka strengthens financial accountability at Monze Mission Hospital, helping sustain life-saving healthcare for hundreds of thousands in rural Zambia.
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.
SLDI alumnae Sr. Vera Ndifoin Nayah, Sisters of St. Therese of the Child Jesus (SST (STH)), embraces innovative farming practices that promote healthy living and strengthen her community. Her work with poultry and organic farming reflects the lasting impact of ASEC training and her commitment to sustainable, healthy living.
Sr. Lucia Ngaba, OP, shares how ASEC’s SLDI Basic Technology Workshop transformed her ability to serve her community through improved communication, organization, and creative contributions that strengthen her congregation’s mission.
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.
A pioneer graduate of ASEC’s SLDI program, Sr. Theresa Nambaziira, DM, uses her leadership training to mentor others, empower communities across Uganda, and even inspire a Member of Parliament.
ASEC’s 25th anniversary year united SLDI graduations across Africa and a jubilee gala in the United States, celebrating a global community committed to educating Catholic sisters for transformative ministry.
In Malawi, Sr. Stivelia Macloud, SBVM, used the knowledge she gained through ASEC’s Sisters Leadership Development Initiative (SLDI) to launch an agricultural project that empowers vulnerable community members to break the cycle of poverty through farming.
When a mother in Malawi faced a life-threatening childbirth complication, Sr. Maureen Chalamanda, SOL—a three-time ASEC alumna—used her education to save both mother and baby, proving how vital trained sisters are to community healthcare.
