Sisters of Our Lady of the Visitation

The Sisters of the Visitation of Saint Mary will use donations from their 2026 Mission Appeal to support women and girls in Benin, Togo, and Burkina Faso.

According to Sister Rita-Tenerezza Ocloo, the funds provided by the Diocese of Columbus and other supporters will provide vocational training for 60 women and girls. This training helps them earn diplomas and secure employment through crafts and other skills.

The donations also fund the expansion of a shelter for young girls facing sexual exploitation or forced marriage at ages between 12 and 15. Additionally, the order will use the money to build wells to provide clean water to villages in need.