Salesians are providing relief after devastating landslides wreaked havoc in the Wayanad district of Kerala, India, killing more than 200, including children, and leaving several families missing. According to reports, the town of Mundakkai was completely swept away by the landslide. Chooralmala, Attamala, and Noolpuzha
Salesian Missions joins humanitarian organizations and countries around the globe in recognizing World Humanitarian Day. Celebrated every year on Aug. 19, World Humanitarian Day honors the humanitarian efforts worldwide that support people in crisis.
The Salesian Bakery, a historical institution in Bethlehem, had funding to provide bread for eight institutions caring for vulnerable citizens and more than 100 families. The project, funded by Salesian Misean Cara in Ireland, ran from January to March 2024. The bakery provides food assistance
Youth from seven European countries took part in an educational course called “Speak Up Europe”, which focused on human rights, fake news and sustainability. The course for European youth workers was held by the Auryn Association in León, Spain, and co-funded by the European Union,
Don Bosco Educational Projects, located in Ennerdale, a suburb of Johannesburg, South Africa, recently held graduation for students finishing intensive courses in electricity, construction and merchandising. During the principal’s address, he urged students to help build their communities with their newly acquired skills.
Salesian missionaries have been providing education and social development services for poor youth in Lesotho for the past 44 years. Lesotho is one of the smallest countries in Africa and is classified as one of the least developed nations in the world by the United
The Salesian Madre del Salvador Center, located in Esmeraldas, Ecuador, has reopened with a new roof, synthetic field and children’s playground. Youth are now able to enjoy the renovated spaces and use the center during their free time while far from the dangers that impact
Don Bosco Technique Technical High School, located in Fidar, Lebanon*, handed out diplomas to 135 students, with 83 students completing technical studies and 52 obtaining their postgraduate specialization diploma. Graduate specializations were in sports-physical education, hotel school (culinary arts and management), car mechanics, computer-accounting, theatrical
Students and staff at Don Bosco Boys Town Technical Institute in Nairobi, Kenya, completed the fabrication of waste bins for waste management and environmental sustainability. The community is working toward achieving a green campus, community and culture.
Salesian Missions joins humanitarian organizations and countries around the globe in recognizing International Youth Day. Celebrated each year on Aug. 12, International Youth Day was established by the United Nations to raise awareness of issues affecting young people around the world.