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Beyond personal development, the Salesians use pillars of Social Communications as a tool for community building and social transformation. Cultural festivals, theatre performances, and exhibitions organized by their institutions often highlight themes of justice, peace, and solidarity, inspiring students to use art for advocacy and awareness. These initiatives also provide platforms for marginalized youth to showcase their talents, breaking barriers of inequality and giving them visibility in society. It reflects their broader mission: to educate not just the mind, but the heart and soul, empowering young people to become creative leaders who enrich both their communities and the wider world.
Vishwa Jyothi Don Bosco College, Karunapuram, celebrated its Annual College Day 2025–26 on 23rd January with a strong emphasis on environmental awareness, adopting the theme “Nature: God’s Gift, Our Responsibility.”
Don Bosco High School, Kawant, has etched its name in Gujarat’s cultural annals by securing first place at the State-Level Kala Mahakumbh with a compelling Rathvi dance performance, bringing immense pride to the Chhota Udepur District. The achievement crowns months of disciplined practice and collaborative effort by students and teachers, reaffirming the school’s commitment to holistic education.
The Divyadaan Salesian Institute of Philosophy has achieved a landmark, sweeping top honours at the annual short film competition hosted by St. Paul’s Institute. Its student-produced short film, One Life, One Love, claimed both the Best Short Film Award and the Best Actor Award, asserting the institute’s growing prominence in the creative arts.
Don Bosco College, Byndihati, came alive on October 31 as it hosted its grand Cultural Fest 2025 under the theme “Bridging Cultures as Digital Natives and Global Citizens.” The vibrant celebration brought together students from diverse ethnic communities, reflecting the cultural richness of Northeast India while also embracing a global, digitally aware outlook.
As part of a year-long initiative to bridge classroom learning with community engagement, social work students from Loyola College, Trivandrum, partnered with Don Bosco Veedu to stage a compelling street play on screen addiction at MSK Nagar. The event also marked the launch of a new children’s theatre group that aims to take the message to neighbourhoods across the city.
The 79th Independence Day celebrations at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (Polo Ground), Shillong, turned into a proud moment for Savio Juniorate as its marching band, representing Sacred Heart Higher Secondary School, Mawlai, clinched the first prize for Best Marching Band.
Kitkupar Nongsiej, the winner of the Ka Sur Kynud Season-3 singing competition organized by Don Bosco Media Network, the Social Communication Department of the Salesian Province of Shillong, will represent India at the 28th Annual WCOPA event. The competition, which will be held from July 17 to 25, 2025, in Long Beach, California, will feature contestants from 70 countries.
The St. Xavier's Higher Secondary School Pathaliaghat, a Don Bosco Institution, lifted the boys' brass band category Champion's Trophy at the State Level Inter-School Band Competition, organized by the School Education Department, Government of Tripura, held on December 6 at Khudiram Government Higher Secondary School, Agartala, Tripura. Nine boys' teams from various schools across Tripura participated, while two competed in the girls' category.
The Don Bosco Youth Centre, Vaduthala, Koch, hosted “Don Bosco Vaduthalotsavam 2024,” a four-day celebration marking the festival of Onam from September 13 to 16. The event, which was open to people from all walks of life, served as a platform to highlight community spirit, tradition, and Kerala’s cultural heritage, fostering a sense of belonging and unity.
On September 6, Don Bosco Kalvi Solai launched the Butterfly Express: Library for Village Schools campaign to create well-resourced libraries in rural areas. The launch had prominent figures, including N. Ram of The Hindu, Dr. Jayakumar Reddy, and Mr. Joshua Madhan, supporting the cause. The initiative, symbolizing the transformative impact of reading, also featured the launch of Fr. John Alexander's book by Archbishop George Antonysamy.
The atmosphere at Don Bosco Music Academy, Vennala, Kochi, was electrifying as the young talents rocked the floor, celebrating World Music Day. The event, which took place on June 21, saw an enthusiastic crowd amazed by the performances of the academy's students.
Don Bosco Academy, Nerul, in collaboration with Canon, hosted a two-day free photography workshop on November 17 and 18. A basic course in photography welcomed 42 participants, aimed to nurture a love for photography and equip amateur photographers with the essential skills to embark on their creative journeys.
Green Maple Foundation’s Green Feather Awards 2023, a National Award for Entertainment and Development Excellence, was awarded to Radio Salesian 90.8 FM at a function held at Istana Resort, Darjeeling, on Saturday, July 1.
Don Bosco Youth Centre, Thrissur, Kerala, in collaboration with Salesian Cooperators and Don Bosco College NSS unit, orchestrated "Harmony Hour" on the occasion of World Music Day to spread love and happiness among the children from Snehadeepthy Special School, a school run by the Samaritan Sisters.
The Student Council and Cultural Club of Don Bosco Arts and Science College, Chennai , organised its first ever mega Intercollegiate Cultural Fest, JIVE’23, on March 13 and 14 with the theme “Choose life! Say no to drugs! It hosted participants from around 200+ colleges (Arts and Science, Medical and Engineering) in and around Chennai. The cultural fest had 17 on and off-stage events in which 1250 students from various colleges like Loyola, Stella Maris, Patrician, Gurunanak, WCC, MGC, St. Thomas, St. Joseph’s, MGR University, Vels University, Madras University, Stanley Medical College and Ramachandra Medical College participated.
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