African Sisters Education Collaborative (ASEC)

We recently introduced Sr. Wirba Blandine Kinyuy, SSA. Now see how she is using civil engineering to support sustainable development in Cameroon! Her work goes beyond building structures; it is about strengthening communities. Read her full story: buff.ly/yvYw6MC

Her journey started in finance, but didn’t end there. Sr. Chrisencia Twaambo Mkume, RSHS, followed an unexpected path that now shapes how justice is lived out in her community. Read more: buff.ly/LV3nESO #Zambia #FaithInAction #Leadership #ASECSLDI #CatholicSisters

Happy Feast of Saint Joseph! 💙 We celebrate with the Sisters of Saint Joseph, Chestnut Hill College, and all affiliated with Saint Joseph. May his legacy of humility and service continue to inspire. #SaintJosephsDay #ASECPartners #ASECSLDI #CatholicSisters #GlobalEducation

Save the Date! ✨ ASEC’s Night of Storytelling: Building Bridges – Strengthening Communities is April 22, 2026, at 6:30 PM at Marywood University. Hear powerful stories, connect with speakers, and enjoy a free evening of inspiration! buff.ly/M7Icbw3 #Storytelling

Lent is not over yet! Across Africa, Catholic sisters live the call to prayer, service, and compassion daily. In Tanzania, Sr. Sophia helps care for children who once lived on the streets. Donate: buff.ly/JVZYu2O #Lent #FaithInAction #Tanzania #LikeaCatholicSister

ASEC mourns the passing of Sr. Francina Makoae, FCSCJ, former Program Coordinator for Lesotho. She served ASEC from 2020 to 2023, touching countless lives with her dedication and compassion. Prayers to her congregation, family, and all who knew her. 🕊️

This #CatholicSistersWeek & #InternationalWomensDay, we celebrate sisters whose leadership is shaping communities across Africa. ASEC empowers women religious through education, strengthening schools, healthcare, and community programs. 🌍💡 #IWD2026 #CatholicSisters #ASECSLDI

Chickens. Organic farming. Healthy communities. 🐔🌱 One sister is turning sustainable agriculture into a model for wellness, income, and care for our common home. Now, she plans to share it with her students. Read more: buff.ly/a6sah0H #SustainableFarming #Cameroon

“Seeing the work being done there… was powerful.” ASEC Digital & Social Media Specialist Megan Wescott visited Africa for the first time, connecting with sisters across the continent and exploring their inspiring ministries. Read more: buff.ly/22zKIUT #ASECSLDI #Zambia

ASEC staff dove into trust, teamwork, and service during annual staff training! From “The Speed of Trust” with FranklinCovey to collaborative planning and a painting class, they finished by volunteering at the Weinberg Food Bank. Learning and giving back in action! 🌟 #ASECSLDI

On #WorldDayofSocialJustice, we celebrate Sr. Wirba Blandine Kinyuy, SSA, the first Cameroonian and first ASEC-supported sister in Africa to earn a civil engineering technology degree! Read more in the 2025 Rays of Hope: buff.ly/b91oBuV #RaysOfHope #JustTransition

“As we return to dust, God reveals hidden glory through faith, service, and hope.” This Lent, ASEC continues building bridges and shining rays of hope through the leadership of Catholic sisters across Africa. #AshWednesday #Lent2026 #IlluminatedByHiddenGlory #BuildingBridges

This St. Valentine’s Day, we celebrate sisters who live love through service, leadership, and community. Their work continues to strengthen congregations and communities across Africa. #StValentinesDay #ValentinesDay #LoveInAction #ASECSLDI #CatholicSisters #GlobalEducation

On #InternationalDayOfWomenAndGirlsInScience, we celebrate sisters using science to strengthen communities and create lasting impact across Africa and beyond! #WomenInScience #GirlsInScience #STEM #ASECSLDI #CatholicSisters #GlobalEducation

Today, February 8, we observe the Feast Day of Saint Josephine Margaret Bakhita. Her journey from enslavement to sainthood remains a lasting symbol of hope, resilience, and the call to uphold human dignity in every place and circumstance. #StJosephineBakhita #EndHumanTrafficking

As we reflect on #WorldCancerDay, we recognize sisters raising breast cancer awareness in Cameroon. Sr. Kimbi Vera, SSA, SLDI alumna, and Sr. Ebane Chanceline, SST, HESA alumna, are making an impact through education and outreach. #BreastCancerAwareness #Cameroon #ASECSisters

As the #InternationalDayofEducation approaches, we are reflecting on what education makes possible! 📚 234 sisters graduated through the HESA program last year. One story in particular shows why this matters. Read more: buff.ly/4SLQk5s

One Catholic sister supported by ASEC can serve thousands, mentor dozens, and create jobs—all while spreading hope and transformative change across Africa. Learn more: buff.ly/Nh92ocX #IgnitingHope #ASECSLDI #CatholicSisters #GlobalEducation

On #NationalHumanTraffickingAwarenessDay, we recognize the leadership of Sr. Juliana Zulu, GSSC (RGS), ASEC Zambia Country Director and SLDI alumna, who joined sisters to raise awareness and advocate for human dignity in Zambia. #Zambia #EndHumanTrafficking #CatholicSisters

ASEC’s Scholarship Program is empowering educators to transform classrooms and communities in Ghana. Through mentorship and sustainable teaching tools, young learners and teachers are thriving. Read the full story: buff.ly/i4wxtGI #ScholarshipProgram #Ghana #ASECSLDI