On 26th September, Ruben Centre held its monthly staff meeting, led by Director Br. Frank O'Shea, focusing on the African philosophy of Ubuntu – "humanity towards others." Br. Frank emphasized that true leadership brings out the best in others and is rooted in justice, moral courage, and peace. He reminded the team that everyone leads at different times in life, and effective leadership inspires collective growth.
Read MoreOn the 9th and 10th of September 2024, a group of nine Australian educators, led by Ann Rebgetz, ERFA board member and Principal of St James College, Brisbane, toured Ruben Centre in Mukuru kwa Ruben. She was joined by teachers from her institution, as well as St. Joseph’s College, Gregory Terrace, Nudgee College, and St. Pius IX. This visit provided a unique opportunity for the educators to learn about our organization’s history, transformative projects, and its profound impact on the local community.
Read More“I will be leaving Ruben Centre as of 1st July 2024 to return to Australia. I am not stepping down as Director; rather, I am trying out a new administration. I am still the Director, but we do not need me to be here on the ground for things to run,” said Br. Frank O’Shea OAM as 17 project leaders gathered for the June monthly Centre meeting.
Read MoreOn May 16th, 2024, Ruben Centre convened its monthly center meeting under the leadership of Director Br. Frank O'Shea. The meeting brought together nineteen staff leaders representing various projects, including Health, Education, Advocacy and Networking, Social Economic Empowerment Through Education, and Organizational Capacity.
Read MoreAs project leaders congregated for their monthly meeting on March 20th, 2024, the spirit of unity and collaboration permeated the air, guided by the wisdom of 1 Corinthians 1:10.
Read MoreOn January 16, 2024, the project leaders met for their monthly meeting, the first of the year. Ruben Centre Director, Br. Frank O'Shea, began the meeting with prayer and reflection, encouraging leaders present to be an illumination of God’s light to the people of Mukuru.
Read MoreOn the 23rd of August, the Ruben Centre's departmental heads assembled for their monthly meeting – the sixth of the year. This gathering presented an invaluable occasion for the organization to introspect upon its strategies for enhancing service delivery efficiency.
Read MoreOn July 6th, Ruben Centre held its 5th monthly Centre meeting for 2023, led by Director Br. Frank O’Shea. The meeting brought together twenty project leaders representing different projects, including education, health, social-economic empowerment, advocacy and networking, and organizational capacity.
Read MoreIf anyone randomly walked through Ruben Centre's gates on July 22, 2023, they would double-check their calendar to confirm whether it was the weekend due to the myriad activities and the great number of people involved.
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