The ASEC Ripple Effect: Saving Lives in Rural Zambia
As a young girl, Sr. Constancia Lungu, LSSF, was deeply touched by the life and values of St. Francis of Assisi. His example of humility and compassion sparked in her […]
Success Stories
Capacity Building: When Financial Accountability Saves Lives in Rural Zambia
Effective financial management at Monze Mission Hospital is essential to sustaining quality healthcare for the region’s largely rural population1. This 270-bed facility provides medical care to approximately 800,000 people and […]
Called to Canon Law: Journey from Finance to Justice
When she participated in ASEC’s SLDI program to study Finance, Sr. Chrisencia Twaambo Mkume of the Religious Sisters of the Holy Spirit (RSHS) did not know then that her path […]
How Poultry and Bio-farming Promote Health and Happiness
I decided to embrace poultry and organic farming together because poultry makes organic farming possible. Poultry farming is the practice of rearing domestic birds, in my case, broilers. This includes breeding, […]
A First Journey to Africa: Witnessing the Impact of ASEC in Zambia
My first trip to Africa with ASEC centered on an alumnae workshop that gathered sisters and staff from the staff from the United States and 11 countries ASEC serves, followed […]
The Impact of SLDI’s Basic Technology Workshops
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.
Realizing Dreams At Bigwa
ASEC’s long-term partnership with Bigwa Secondary School in Tanzania has expanded educational access, strengthened facilities, and empowered women religious and local students to become confident, skilled leaders in their communities.
Imagine! The Power of Service in Kenya
Guided by ASEC connections and inspired leadership, Sr. Caroline Ngati, ASE, transformed barren land in Kenya into the thriving Dorothea Rescue Center, offering safety, education, and hope to vulnerable girls while enriching ASEC’s Service Learning experiences.
Creating Green Learning Environments in Ghana
Through the ASEC Scholarship Program, a sister in Ghana is transforming early childhood education by mentoring teachers, engaging young learners, and promoting sustainability through teaching materials made from recyclables.
Scholarship Graduate Receives Prestigious Award
Scholarship alumna Sr. Judith Zulu was nationally recognized in Zambia with a Labour Day Award for her dedicated service as a clinical officer, improving healthcare for her community.
Predicting Future Deforestation Levels in Malawi
Through her research on deforestation and her work as a teacher, Sr. Agnes Kachali is educating communities in Malawi to protect the environment and inspiring young people to take action for a sustainable future.
“Women Belong in All Places Where Decisions Are Being Made”: Catholic Sister Lawyers
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.