Daughters Of Charity Of
St. Vincent De Paul
Who we are
We are a congregation of the Roman Catholic Church — the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul — serving communities across Kenya since 1633 (globally). We accompany the poor, run health and education services, and champion social justice.
Our mission
The Daughters of Charity exist to serve those most in need — the poor, the marginalised, and the vulnerable. We combine direct service (healthcare, education, social care) with advocacy for justice and climate action.
Our history in brief
Founded in Paris by St. Vincent de Paul and St. Louise de Marillac, the Daughters of Charity were the first active (non-cloistered) women religious dedicated to charity. Over centuries the congregation expanded worldwide, adapting to local needs while keeping service and human dignity at the core.
What we do in Kenya
In Kenya our sisters run clinics, schools, community programmes and respond to emergencies. We prioritise maternal & child health, education for girls, and livelihood programmes that foster resilience.