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On March 4, 2025, a crucial preparatory planning meeting was held at the Provincial House in Guwahati to address the pressing source-destination challenges faced by Assam migrant workers. The meeting saw the participation of key stakeholders, including Fr. Amalraj, Secretary of NorthEast Bishops' Conference, Fr. Bivan Rodrigues Mukhim, Vice Provincial, Fr. Ignatius Gari, Fr. Francis Bosco, Sr. Shoba, Sr. Teresa, Mr. Allan Brooks, Mr. Godwin, and Mr. Abhinesh. This gathering aimed to plan for the Assam Source and Destination visit consultations on March 20-21, 2025, in Guwahati and Upper Assam.
To better equip students for the evolving job market, a one-day training programme titled 'How to Become a Career Guide' was held on January 29, at Bosco Reach Out, Guwahati. Organized by Bosco Reach Out, Career Guidance, and Job Placement Services, Guwahati, in collaboration with the Don Bosco Job Placement Network and the Forum of Salesian Career Guidance and Job Placement, the event brought together over 25 participants, including teachers, career counsellors, vocational center in-charges, and placement coordinators from Assam and Meghalaya.
The 4th International Conference on Education for School Principals and Educational Administrators, "Creativity and Innovation in Schools: The Principal's Role," was inaugurated on December 6 at Don Bosco Institute, Kharghuli. The event brought together educational leaders, principals, and administrators to explore the crucial role of creativity and innovation in shaping the future of education.
The Regional Meeting of Youth Ministry Delegates of South Asia was held at Don Bosco Panjim, Goa, from October 31 to November 4 with Youth Ministry Delegates from 11 provinces across India and Sri Lanka. Organized by the Youth Ministry Department of the Congregation in collaboration with Don Bosco Youth Animation (DBYA), South Asia, New Delhi, the meeting brought together representatives dedicated to taking forward youth ministry across the region.
Father Francis Bosco SDB, National Director of the Salesian Migrant Desk, addressed 49 head and village catechists at a three-day training for the Diphu diocese held at Mary Help of Christians Church, Satgaon, West Karbi Anglong, Assam. Organized by the Salesian parish on October 27, the event aimed to educate local church leaders on pressing migrant issues affecting the region. Father Albert Thyrniang, parish priest at Satgaon, presented his extensive survey of 1,596 migrant workers, shedding light on the socio-economic factors driving North East youth to seek employment in urban centers.
A meeting of priests, religious, and lay leaders of neighbouring areas in Bengtol Parish on October 19 resulted in a collaborative effort to support the region's growing migrant-worker population. The meeting, which featured a presentation by Fr. Francis Bosco SDB, National Director of Don Bosco Migrant Services of South Asia, highlighted the urgent need for comprehensive and effective support systems for these vulnerable individuals.
The Inter-Provincial Junior Priests' Meeting (Quinquennium) of the Guwahati (ING) and Dimapur (IND) Provinces brought together 45 young Salesian priests and brothers from October 10 to 13 at Don Bosco Provincial House, Panbazar, Guwahati. The gathering provided a platform for reflection, sharing, and rejuvenation, focusing on nurturing these young Salesians' missionary zeal.