Mary Karanja
Profile
Sister Mary Karanja, SHI, is a member of the Servants of the Holy Innocents Sisters and serves as director of St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catechetical Centre in Kahama Diocese, Tanzania. She holds a master's degree in ethics and governance with a specialization in peacebuilding and conflict management. She worked as a counselor at a rehabilitation center and organized fundraisers to address the suffering of women and girls. She also leads seminars on gender-based violence, mental health, addiction, and family life, equipping communities with knowledge and support. Karanja is a member of the Women Faith Leaders Fellowship 2025-2026 cohort.