In the 1970s several Holy Cross sisters from Canada went to Mali in Western Africa. Today six (6) sisters remain in Mali. Two (2) are in Dyou, working in the elementary school, as teacher's aides and four (4) in Sikasso, working in the Center for Students -- a boarding house for young girls coming to Sikasso to study in High School; besides offering room and board, the sisters help with homework and studies. The sisters are also involved with the Diocese for Vocation Ministry, as well as doing it for the Congregation. One of the sisters is a RN and does work with the mothers in preventive health care.