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The Salesians of Don Bosco in South Asia place skills training at the heart of their mission to empower young people, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds. Through Don Bosco Technical Institutes and Don Bosco Tech (DB Tech) centers, they provide structured vocational programs that cover a wide range of trades such as electrical work, carpentry, tailoring, hospitality, IT, and automotive repair. These programs are designed to be practical and hands-on, ensuring that students gain employable skills that match industry needs. By combining technical expertise with values-based education, the Salesians help young people develop both professional competence and personal integrity, preparing them for meaningful careers.

Beyond classroom instruction, the Salesians integrate skills training with job placement networks and community development initiatives. Apart from established inhouse workshops, they collaborate with industries, NGOs, and government agencies to ensure that students not only receive training but also have access to employment opportunities. Many centers also emphasize soft skills—like communication, teamwork, and leadership—so that graduates are well-rounded and adaptable in the workplace. In South Asia, these initiatives have transformed thousands of lives, turning vulnerable youth into confident professionals who can support themselves and contribute to their communities. In this way, skills training becomes more than vocational education—it becomes a pathway to dignity, empowerment, and long-term social upliftment.

10 March 2026

Don Bosco Social Development Services (DBSDS), Nerul, celebrated International Women’s Day by honouring women who successfully completed various skill development courses, reaffirming its commitment to empowering women from vulnerable communities through livelihood training.

- Angel Golda
9 March 2026

The Don Bosco Institute of Communication Arts (DBICA) organised a three-day media training workshop from March 6 to 8 to equip religious sisters with digital storytelling and communication skills for social advocacy. The programme was conducted for members of religious congregations collaborating with the Amrat India Trust’s mission.

- Fr Ernest Rosario

The sixth session of the Classroom to Career seminar series, curated by Don Bosco Avsar, was held at the Don Bosco Provincial House AV Hall and offered undergraduate students timely insights on the theme “AI at the Workplace.”

- Lolita Mendonca and Agnelo Rodrigues
28 February 2026

Don Bosco Avsar, Matunga, organised a two-day Career Guidance Seminar on Leveraging AI Effectively in Healthcare at the Holy Family Nursing Institute, Kurla, on February 23 and 24, 2026. The initiative formed part of Don Bosco Avsar’s ongoing efforts to prepare students for the rapidly evolving world of work.

- Lolita Mendonca and Agnelo Rodrigues

Don Bosco Tech Society has been conferred the Gold Award for Excellence in SkillTech and Career Solutions at the Economic Times TechEdu India Awards 2026, marking a significant milestone in its two-decade-long mission to empower youth through skill development. The Gold Award was presented to Fr. George Mathew, Executive Director of the Don Bosco Tech Society, who accepted the honour on behalf of the organisation. The recognition coincides with the Society’s 20-year journey in advancing skill-based education and employability among India’s youth.

SDG 01 No poverty
SDG 04 Quality education
SDG 08 Decent work and economic growth
SDG 09 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
26 February 2026

Don Bosco ITI, AMSAM, Trichy, under the Salesian Province of Tiruchy, hosted the 8th National-Level Auto Tech Fest, MECH XCEL 2K26, from February 23 to 25, bringing together young technical talent from across the country on a common platform of skill, innovation, and industry engagement.

- Fr Arokia Selvakumar SDB
National convention in Bengaluru brings together industry, CSR partners and Salesians to chart an AI-ready roadmap toward Vision 2031.
SDG 08 Decent work and economic growth

In a campus nestled on the edge of a forest reserve, classrooms came alive with the hum of drones, blinking sensors, and curious young minds as Don Bosco schools in Narukot hosted an intensive AI STEAM experiential learning workshop in mid-February.

- Fr C M Paul SDB
12 February 2026

Demonstrating its stature as a leading centre of vocational training, Don Bosco Centre for Learning (DBCL), Kurla, hosted the prestigious India Skills 2025 | Maharashtra State Finals on February 3–4, 2026. The competition was organized by the Maharashtra State Skill Development Society (MSSDS) and the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), in strategic partnership with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the Skill India Initiative.

- Kenneth Saldanha for BIS Mumbai
12 February 2026

Don Bosco Avsar, Matunga, Mumbai, organized two career-oriented seminars at St. Joseph’s School Hall, Wadala (W), as part of its ongoing “Classroom to Careers” February series, aimed at preparing young people for the evolving demands of the professional world. The sessions attracted strong participation from undergraduate college students, as well as several working youth and parish members.

- Ms Lolita Mendonca and Mr Agnelo Rodrigues for BIS Mumbai

The three-day Homelink National Training Programme on “Sustainable Digital Innovation for Data-Driven Organizational Transformation” was organized by DB YaR Forum from January 19 to 21, bringing together Homelink Hub Directors, Hub Coordinators, and YaR Forum Delegates from across the country. The programme provided a national platform to reflect on how digital systems can enhance planning, accountability, and child-centred services across the Homelink Network.

- Fr. Joe Prabu SDB

Students of Don Bosco Technical School, Shillong, who qualified through the IndiaSkills State-Level Competition, Meghalaya, represented the state at the IndiaSkills Regional Competition 2025–26 (Northeast Zone) held from 19 to 22 January 2026 at Gauhati University, Guwahati, along with other selected students from Meghalaya. Five students from DBTS participated in the regional-level competition.

SDG 04 Quality education
SDG 09 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
SDG 10 Reduced inequality

Don Bosco Institute of Technology (DBTI), New Delhi, hosted a State-Level Skill Competition on January 9 in collaboration with the Directorate of Training & Technical Education (DTTE), Government of NCT of Delhi, reaffirming its commitment to empowering youth through quality skill education and dignified employment

SDG 04 Quality education

A high-level German delegation, facilitated by Magic Billion, a government-licensed international recruitment and talent mobility organization, visited the Don Bosco Technical Institute (DBTI), Okhla, to explore collaboration opportunities in international skill development and global career pathways for Indian youth.

SDG 04 Quality education
SDG 17 Partnership for the goals
5 November 2025

DB-ACE, Chinchwad, celebrated the Convocation Ceremony of its first batch of students who completed the Agentic AI course — a milestone initiative designed to upskill working professionals in the dynamic field of Artificial Intelligence.

- Ms Ankita Pandit