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The Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) have completed a region-wide Community Audit as part of their flagship initiative, Mission Poverty Eradication (MPE). On 15 November 2025, designated by the Salesian Provincial Conference of South Asia (SPCSA) as a day of reflection, more than 427 communities across India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Nepal paused to evaluate their service to the poorest and most vulnerable youth.
Bosco Institute, Jorhat, became a vibrant hub of innovation and impact as it hosted En-fluence 2025, an entrepreneurial ecosystem-building summit that drew 227 registered participants from across North East India. Organized by The Hub Jorhat on November 22–23, the event showcased how youth-driven innovation can generate economic transformation, embodying Bosco Institute’s motto: “Inspire, Innovate, Involve.”
New Delhi: Mission Poverty Eradication (MPE), the flagship initiative of the Salesians of Don Bosco in South Asia, is proving that its strength lies not just in vision but in its modus operandi—an intricate network of provincial teams working in synergy under central guidance.
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.
Aiming to help young learners make informed career choices, Don Bosco’s Konkan Development Society – Career Guidance and Placement Services, in collaboration with MLA Reginaldo Lourenco, organized a three-hour Career Guidance Workshop at the Village Panchayat Hall, Curtorim, Goa, on October 29, 2025. The event drew 100 participants, including 70 students from Classes 8 to 12 and 30 parents, highlighting the vital role of family support in shaping career decisions.
In a bold and compassionate move to safeguard the rights of children, Don Bosco Gujarat, in collaboration with Just Rights for Children, has launched a 100-day campaign to eradicate child marriage across three districts of Gujarat — Anand, Vadodara, and Chhotaudepur.
The Don Bosco Youth Animation-South Asia (DBYA-SA) conducted a dynamic two-day Training of Trainers (TOT) programme on Youth Ministry at the Don Bosco Provincial House, Shillong, on September 19–20. The initiative brought together 28 young Salesians from the provinces of Delhi, Kolkata, Dimapur, Guwahati, and Shillong, marking a significant step in strengthening youth outreach across South Asia.
The Don Bosco Job Placement Network (JPN), under the auspices of the Don Bosco Konkan Development Society, empowered over 25 young job seekers from Goa and Karnataka through a two-day initiative that combined employability skills training with participation in the Prime Minister's National Apprenticeship Mela (PMNAM) 2025 Job Fair. The event was held on September 26 at Ravindra Bhavan, Margao, organized by the Directorate of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Government of Goa, in collaboration with Government ITIs of Margao, Vasco, and Canacona.
Don Bosco Career Guidance, Training and Placement Service continues to strengthen its mission of empowering underprivileged youth by offering career guidance, employability skill training, job placement, and post-placement support through the Don Bosco Job Placement Network (JPN).
Don Bosco College, Golaghat, hosted its annual Freshers’ Day celebration, officially welcoming new students with a blend of tradition, culture, and inspiration.
A new chapter in youth empowerment began with the launch of the DB Tech Skill Training Program, sponsored by SBI Foundation, at PARA, Ravulapalem. The program equipped young people with modern skill sets in Drone Technology and Solar Technology, two rapidly growing fields with immense potential for employment and sustainable development.
Don Bosco Veedu’s Independence Day celebration at MSK Nagar turned into a vibrant expression of freedom, culture, and community spirit with Aarkkum Paadam (Anyone Can Sing), a cultural evening held under the theme “Celebrating True Freedom.”
The National Convention for Migrant Workers’ Platform, held in Hyderabad on August 16–17, brought together over 85 representatives from across India to forge a united response to the challenges faced by internal migrant workers.
Don Bosco School Kalimpong turned into a battleground of minds as it hosted an exhilarating inter-school chess tournament, drawing sharp-witted participants from eight schools across the region. The event was a celebration of not only tactical acumen but also the enduring values of discipline, focus, and sportsmanlike competition.
A ground-breaking leadership formation initiative, LEAD Academy, concluded its 18-day nationwide program on July 30, leaving a transformative impact on mid-level church leaders and educators across India. Rooted in the pedagogical traditions of Harvard University and inspired by IAS training methodologies, the initiative blended academic rigour with spiritual depth to foster resilient, purpose-driven leadership.
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