ASEC - UGANDA
ASEC-Uganda is part of the African Sisters Education Collaborative (ASEC), which is headquartered at Marywood University in Pennsylvania, USA. Established in 1999, ASEC was founded by four Catholic universities in the U.S. and their associated congregations:
- The Sisters of Saint Joseph of Philadelphia (Chestnut Hill College)
- The Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary of Scranton (Marywood University)
- The Sisters of Saint Francis of Philadelphia (Neumann University)
- The Society of the Holy Child Jesus (Rosemont College)
ASEC offers educational and skilling programs in ten African countries: Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, Sudan, Lesotho, Nigeria, Ghana, and Cameroon. These programs include training in basic technologies, financial management, and administration.
Uganda Celebrates ASEC Silver Jubilee on 28th September 2024
On 28th September 2024, Uganda proudly celebrated ASEC Silver Jubilee, marking 25 years of service and dedication to education and empowerment. The celebration was filled with various memorable events, with the theme: “Igniting Hope, Building Bridges, Creating Impact.”
The highlight of the day was the presence of the main celebrant, Rt. Rev. Sanctus Lino Wanok, Bishop of Lira Diocese, who led the thanksgiving Holy Mass with inspiring words of faith and unity. His presence reinforced the importance of the mission that ASEC has undertaken over the years.
The graduation ceremony was officiated by Dr. Brighid Blake, a Board Member of ASEC from the USA, who was joined by ASEC staff in Uganda. Sr. Mary Germina Keneema, the ASEC Country Director, and Sr. Monica Ajok Opige, the ASEC Country Coordinator, were also present at the event. Their leadership has been instrumental in driving the program’s success.
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A key moment during the celebration was the SLDI 6th graduation during which 116 sisters received certificates in various fields, including Website Design, Administration, and Finance. These graduates are now equipped with essential skills to drive progress in their ministries and communities, continuing the legacy of education and service that ASEC has been fostering for the past 25 years.
In addition to the graduation ceremony, the event also saw the launch of the “Educate a Sister” campaign, aimed at supporting the continued education of religious sisters across Uganda. The CEO of Centenary Bank, who was represented by Mr. Jingo Michael, kicked off the campaign with a generous donation of UGX 10 million. Other well-wishers also contributed to this noble cause, further ensuring that more sisters will have access to quality education, enabling them to make a greater impact in their communities.
The Silver Jubilee was not just a celebration of past achievements, but a call to ignite hope for the future, to continue building bridges between communities, and to create lasting impacts through education and empowerment initiatives. ASEC-Uganda remains committed to supporting the growth and development of religious sisters across Uganda, empowering them to be change-makers in society.
ASEC UGANDA PROGRAMS
HESA
The Higher Education for Sisters in Africa program, which addresses the critical need for Sisters to attain higher education qualifications was started in 2013.
SLDI
The first program, the Sisters Leadership Development Initiative (SLDI), focuses on equipping Sisters with essential administrative and financial management skills.
ICB
Institutional Capacity Building (ICB), launched in 2019, that is designed for major superiors and national conferences is strengthening both the internal operations and external outreach of congregations.
The mission of African Sisters Education Collaborative, or ASEC, is to facilitate access to education for women religious in Africa that leads to enhancement and expansion of the education, health, economic, social, environmental and spiritual services they provide.
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OUR TEAM
ASEC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Sr Draru Mary Cecilia Phd
Executive Director of African Sisters Education Collaborative
Sr Mary Germina Keneema MSMMC
ASEC Country Director – Uganda
Sr Monica Ajok Opige LSMIG
ASEC Programs Coordinator – Uganda
For more information visit African Sisters Education Collaborative: http://asec-sldi.org
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This website has been created for the Sisters participating in the Sisters Leadership Development Initiative – Web Design training to practice their skills. Seventeen Sisters from Uganda have completed the course and each has developed their own website. You can access the links to these websites here.
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Sr. Mary Goreth Nabulya |
Sr. Pamela Odanga |
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Sr. Irene N. Angasa |
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Sr. Angelica N. Atuhaire |
Sr. Celestine D’ Costa |
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Sr. Maria T. Nantege |
Sr. Lydia Kamusiime |
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Sr. Mary Florence Anaso |
Sr. Mary Feddy Nakiwala |
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Sr. Olivia Tumuramye |
Sr. Mary Germina Keneema |
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ASEC UGANDA
Empowering Religious Women in Africa
Address
ARU Secretariat, P.O Box 1857 Kampala, Uganda
Hours.
- Weekdays - 8AM to 5PM
- Saturday, Sunday & Holiday - Closed