Story of Meena Ten-year-old Meena, an orphan from the Assam Valley in northeastern India, represents the harsh reality many children in her region face. Poverty, lack of quality schools, and difficult travel conditions often force children her age to either never attend school or drop out early. Children too poor to attend school, like Meena, […]
Connie Bauer first met Sister Irene O’Neill, CSJ, President of Sisters Rising Worldwide, during her time in the formation program of the Sisters of St. Joseph in St. Paul, MN. They lived together in the Novitiate where she got to know Irene well and began a 45-year friendship. “While it wasn’t a long-term lifestyle for […]
On International Peace Day, September 21st, Kelly will attempt to play 26.2 hours of non-stop pickleball to raise money to support the Sisters on the front line in the fight against human trafficking. This will take place at Cowans Ford Golf Club in Stanley, North Carolina. The event will start at 9am and end on […]
Crisis Alert: Sisters Rising Worldwide is currently facing three significant crises that urgently need our support. Despite the immense challenges, these communities’ resilience shines through, but they need immediate assistance to rebuild and recover. Read below to learn more and see how you can help. Together, we can make a difference and help these communities […]
In case you missed it, we are thrilled to share this feature article in NY Weekly that beautifully captures the essence of our mission and the incredible work of Sister Irene. This piece captures the core of what we do and, moreover, the impact of our network of Sisters. It also shows how we are […]
In the second quarter of 2024, Sisters Rising Worldwide has continued to make impactful strides in creating change and empowerment globally. Our Impact Report Q2 2024 highlights a season filled with significant achievements and unwavering dedication to addressing the root causes of injustice worldwide. Summary of Impact Report Q2 2024: This report is a testament […]
In the heart of Assam, a region plagued by poverty, illiteracy, and human trafficking, one woman stands as a beacon of hope and resilience. Sr. Swapna has dedicated her life to transforming her community. Recently, in a video, she shares her inspiring journey and the profound impact of her collaboration with Sisters Rising Worldwide (SRW). […]
Assam is currently facing its second spell of severe flooding since June 20th, following the first spell in late May 2024. Continuous heavy rains have intensified the situation, causing widespread devastation in the Cachar districts, especially in villages near the Bangladesh border. Floodwaters have reached up to 10 feet, leading to severe waterlogging and slow […]
How did you become involved with Sisters Rising Worldwide? “I met Sister Irene O’Neill about eight years ago,” said Don Hall. “I used to work at Control Data Corporation with Norbert Berg – he hired me there – and Norb was a friend of Sister Irene’s. Norb said he wanted me to meet Sister Irene […]
At Sisters Rising Worldwide (SRW), we believe storytelling can inspire and ignite positive change. As we grow, sharing the incredible stories of those we help becomes even more critical. To achieve this, we are thrilled to introduce our dedicated Impact Team, a group of passionate individuals committed to amplifying the voices of our global community. […]
