Little Sisters of the Assumption Family in Mission

A nonprofit organization rooted in the mission of the Little Sisters of the Assumption. It brings people together in a spirit of family, with a focus on changing conditions that contribute to poverty, injustice, discrimination, and marginalization. The organization emphasizes relationships built on empathy, respect, compassion, and mutual support. Its approach values shared power and recognizes people's capacity to grow beyond their struggles. It also describes spirituality as a source of personal and social transformation. The Little Sisters' work includes mission outreach and ministries such as Project HOPE, which the organization says was founded by the Sisters. Community news highlights the Sisters' ongoing presence in Dorchester and their work with people facing disadvantage.