The second edition of the National Conference on Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) 2025 concluded at the St. Joseph Training Centre in Lonavala, following three days of vibrant dialogue, collaboration, and innovation. Organized by Auxilium Skills Academy, the June 24–26 event brought together over 50 experts, educators, youth leaders, and grassroots activists from across the country to reimagine WASH as a Right, Responsibility, and Resilience Strategy.

A powerful two-day National Capacity-building training programme, aimed at strengthening support for distressed internal young migrants, was held at Bosco Mane, Chamrajpet, Bengaluru, from July 18 to 19. Organized by Don Bosco for Migrants (DB4M), the event brought together 30 participants—including eight Salesian priests, lay collaborators, field staff, and representatives from civil society—who are committed to enhancing outreach and advocacy for migrants across India.

The Salesian Provincial Conference of South Asia (SPCSA) Assembly commenced on July 8 at the Don Bosco Skill Mission (DBSM), Bangalore, bringing together 55 participants, including Provincials, delegates, sector heads, and invited observers for a two-day deliberation on the future direction of the Salesian mission in the region.

In the wake of International Labour Day 2025, the Don Bosco Job Placement Network (DBJPN) launched a nationwide campaign focused on celebrating the dignity of work and expanding access to meaningful employment for young people across India. Through a series of coordinated job fairs and career guidance programs conducted throughout April and May, DBJPN reached more than 1,700 youth and facilitated over 1,200 job offers—transforming lives and opening doors in regions where job opportunities are often limited.

The Youth Fest and Mega Job Mela, held in the Diocese of Srikakulam, was more than just a job fair — it became a platform of hope, identity, and awakening for over 500 rural and tribal youth. Jointly organized by DISHA career guidance and job placement service of Hyderabad Province, Don Bosco Job Placement Network and the Diocese of Srikakulam, the event was a critical response to the deepening challenges of youth unemployment and social stagnation in one of Andhra Pradesh's most underserved districts.

The Don Bosco Skill Development Centre Parvathipuram, Andhra Pradesh, recently concluded a three-month Tally course to equip unemployed youth, mainly from tribal communities, with essential accounting and financial management skills. The initiative, held in Manyam District, attracted 45 participants and marked a significant step toward tackling unemployment and fostering self-reliance in the region.

Don Bosco Vazhikaatti Trichy, a pioneering institute in career guidance, training, and placements in the Province of Trichy, conducted a unique orientation program at Don Bosco Care Home, Nilavarapatti. The program focused specifically on supporting students in Child Care Institutions (CCIs) under the Aftercare Program.

Many young people, especially those from underprivileged backgrounds, lack access to quiet spaces, updated study materials, reliable internet, professional guidance and financial support to focus on their goals and enroll in expensive coaching centres. Hence, as a support to young people preparing for government jobs and entrance tests for higher education, Don Bosco Yuvakendra, Najafgarh, Delhi, and Don Bosco Youth and Educational Services (DBYES), Bariatu, Ranchi, in collaboration with Don Bosco Job Placement Network (DBJPN) have established dedicated study centres. More than 500 aspirants will benefit from these centers.

In a significant push toward gender equality and economic empowerment, Don Bosco Vazhikaatti organized a Job Fair dedicated to women's workforce inclusion in Chennai, Tamilnadu. The event provided over 2,500 women job seekers—including fresh graduates and professionals re-entering the workforce—access to employment opportunities, with more than 50 recruiters across diverse industries providing jobs for more than 1500 women. This initiative has contributed to a more inclusive and sustainable future by fostering equal opportunities and career readiness.

The Don Bosco Job Placement Network (DB JPN), a forum for Career Guidance and Job Placement Services in the South Asia region, marked a historic moment by commemorating Don Bosco's commitment to young workers' rights through the Leadership Summit 2025 at Chennai Tamil Nadu. The event, themed 'Decent Work, Dignified Life,' celebrated 174 years since Don Bosco's First Apprenticeship Contract and 175 years since the founding of the Mutual Aid Society.

A landmark discussion on migration and urban poverty took place at the UN Building, Delhi, as part of the Voluntary National Review (VNR), aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Global Compact for Migration (GCM) on February 14. The event, attended by 40 participants, included representatives from 30 Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), UN officials, and officers from NITI Aayog. Father Francis Bosco SDB, in charge of Migrants, SPCSA, India, played the leading role in the proceedings.

Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu, renowned as the hub of India's garment industry, played host to a significant consultation meeting on 24th January 2025. Organized collaboratively by Tamil Nadu Alliance, JMS (Jesuit Migrant Service), MAiN (Migrant Assistance Network), and DB4M (Don Bosco Forum for Migrants), the event was held at the SAVE Office and brought together a diverse group of stakeholders committed to addressing the pressing issues faced by migrant workers in the region.

Don Bosco Anbu Illam played host to a groundbreaking consultation aimed at addressing the pressing challenges faced by distressed migrant workers in Tamil Nadu. The event brought together an eclectic mix of stakeholders, including NGOs, trade unions, social work colleges, religious leaders, and social workers. Organized with a shared commitment to champion the welfare and rights of migrant workers, the consultation was a significant step toward establishing a coordinated approach to resolving migrant issues in the region.

Don Bosco Kalvi Solai, through its initiative ‘Butterfly Express’, proudly inaugurates the first Village School Library at Don Bosco Tamil Medium Higher Secondary School, Gedilam, Kallakurichi District, a school that caters to nearly thousand very deserving poor children from the villages around, since 1999. This initiative aims to foster a love for reading among rural students by providing access to quality books and learning resources. 

On November 14th, Don Bosco Tech Society participated in a multi-stakeholder consultation hosted by the Government of Mizoram and the UNDP on "Leveraging CSOs Expertise for Accelerating SDGs in Mizoram". The event brought together Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and government officials to discuss strategies for aligning CSO initiatives with Mizoram's sustainable development priorities.