Frequently Asked Questions
Here are the answers to the most frequently asked questions about the Anima Una Union.
Anima Una ("one soul" in Latin) is the Union of Indigenous Women's Congregations of French-speaking West Africa. Founded in 1970, it brings together 17 religious congregations from 7 countries.
To join Anima Una, your congregation must be an indigenous women's religious congregation from French-speaking West Africa. Contact the secretariat to begin the membership process.
The General Assembly is held every 3 years. The next (24th) will take place from May 8 to 16, 2026 in Lomé, Togo.
You can support Anima Una through a financial donation, a partnership, or by participating in our events. Visit the Donation & Partnership page for more information.
Anima Una brings together congregations from Benin, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Guinea Conakry, Mali, Senegal, and Togo.
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