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In South Asia, synodality translates into practical initiatives that involve students, parents, teachers, and local communities in shaping educational and pastoral programs. The Salesians encourage participatory leadership in schools, youth centers, and vocational institutes, ensuring that young people are not passive recipients but active contributors to their own growth. Synodality also inspires collaboration with other religious groups, NGOs, and civil society, creating networks of solidarity that extend beyond the Salesian family. By embedding synodality into their structures and daily practices, the Salesians foster a culture of shared responsibility, dialogue, and co-responsibility—making their mission more inclusive, dynamic, and faithful to Don Bosco’s vision of empowering the young through community and communion.
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.
The Salesian Youth Synod (SYS 2024), an event marked by deep reflection and dynamic engagement, has entered its final stages with a clear focus on the future of the Salesian movement and its impact on young people worldwide. Hosted at Valdocco, the birthplace of Don Bosco, the Synod has brought together 376 participants, including 292 young people from 93 countries. The SYS 2024 is a significant event commemorating the bicentenary of Don Bosco's transformative dream at the age of nine. The synod began on August 11, 2024.
Vidyajyoti College of Theology, Delhi, India honours Brother William David (2nd-year Theology) from Don Bosco Theological Centre (DBTC), Kavarapettai, Chennai. His theological essay was shortlisted as the best among the essays that arrived from other theologates in India and across the globe.
The former Superior General of FMA Sr Yvonne Reungoat presents insights into Salesian Spirituality for the Synodal reflections.
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