Sr Teresa McKeon sjc, a Sister of St Joseph of Cluny, is among the recipients of the 2024 Presidential Distinguished Service Award. Sr Teresa was acknowledged for her 70 years of service and commitment as an educator to the people of Sierra Leone.

Sr Teresa was honoured at a special ceremony during a St Brigid’s Day event organised by the Embassy of Ireland in Sierra Leone. Watch an Embassy VIDEO for an overview of the remarkable commitment and contribution of life service to education and the lives of girls and women in Sierra Leone. For a snapshot of the outline of the work of the now 95-year-old sister, click HERE.

Click the following link to view a list of Religious Recipients of the Presidential Distinguished Service Award 2012 to 2024: Presidential Distinguished Service Award 2012 to 2024