In 1859 Don Bosco founded the Salesian Society in Turin (Italy). This Society is made up of Salesian brothers and Salesian priests, all of whom, walking in the Founder’s footsteps, would dedicate their lives to God in the service of the young, especially the poorest among them.
The Salesian Society encourages members to go back to their roots by focusing all their activity on the poor and abandoned young people and those who have major difficulties: “The world will always welcome us with pleasure, while we are directing our care at the poorest children who are intimidated by the society. This is our true wealth and no one will take it away from us” (Cf. General Chapter 27).
Inspired by the charism of St. John Bosco, the Salesian Parish encourages the faithful to reflect on their life experience and discern God’s presence in their lives. It aims to nurture lay leadership as well as personal faith. The Salesians carry out their mission in parishes responding to the pastoral needs of the particular church in which the community seeks adequate opportunities to serve, especially the young, the poor and the needy.
The presence of Don Bosco schools all over the world, associated with excellence and the holistic development of the vulnerable young, is one of the most consistent, significant and widespread moves in the field of education.
Salesian Psychological Association (SPA) South Asia aims at updating the quality of members’ training and services; promoting mental health and psychological wellbeing of individuals and groups.
The Salesians of Don Bosco, a leading non-governmental agency in India/South Asia are committed to prepare the young for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in the field of technical training towards youth empowerment and capacity building in diverse occupations.
Equity and Outreach initiatives towards marginalized children and Young at Risk.
We endeavour not merely to spread knowledge but to impart values and skills that lead to holistic development of the individual and the society.
The Salesians provide good food, infrastructure, and an educative environment for study and personal development.
Salesian Communication Centres engage in media training, and production, to and with the young transforming the society.
