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Don Bosco Youth Centre (DBYC), Laitumkhrah, in collaboration with the Youth Commission of the Salesian Province of St. John Paul II, Shillong, launched the first module of a six-part Youth Leadership Formation Programme from 2 to 4 October.
Fr. Eugene Florence, Director of Don Bosco Skills Mission, attended the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai, China, from September 22 to 27, gaining insights into global trends in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), emerging technologies, and industry-oriented skills development.
Sacred Heart Theological College, Mawlai, hosted its Annual Youth Fest on September 27, bringing together around 2,000 young people from 34 oratory centres served through the Sunday apostolate ministry of the Brothers in various parishes and communities. The fest, held on the theme “Take Courage; I Have Overcome the World” (Jn 16:33), celebrated faith, culture and unity in diversity.
Don Bosco Provincial House, Odxel, Goa, hosted a two-day animation programme for Young Salesians on September 24–25, based on the Frame of Reference for Salesian Youth Ministry.
Don Bosco Career Guidance, Training and Job Placement Services, Ranchi, organized an exclusive job drive for ITI candidates in collaboration with Royal Enfield, Jharkhand, at Don Bosco Private ITI, Kokar, Ranchi. The initiative was facilitated through the Don Bosco Job Placement Network (JPN) to connect technically trained young people with suitable employment opportunities.
Don Bosco Vazhikaatti – Chennai hosted the Bosco Employability Skill Training (BEST) Programme at Don Bosco College, Yelagiri Hills, on 17 and 18 September, equipping 427 first- and second-year students with vital career awareness and employability skills. The two-day initiative offered exposure to emerging technologies, career pathways, and practical preparation for future opportunities, enabling students to make more informed academic and professional choices.
The Kerala Catholic Youth Movement (KCYM), Diocese of Cochin, in partnership with the Don Bosco Job Placement Network (DBJPN) and BREADS – Career Guidance and Job Placement Services, Bengaluru, hosted the Kairos Mega Job Fair 2026 at Aquinas College, Edakochi, Cochin, with the mission of bridging unemployed youth with meaningful career opportunities.
Khoupum: Nine Hostels together celebrate a Day of Animation, Formation, Prayer, Study and Fellowship
Don Bosco Khoupum organised an Oratory Day on 20 September, bringing together 112 students and nine staff members from nine hostels for a full-day programme of Animation, formation, prayer, study, fellowship, cultural activities and recreation. The initiative highlighted the collaborative educational and pastoral mission of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) and the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians (FMA) in accompanying young people in the Dimapur Province.
Salesian College, Dimapur, came alive on 20 September as nearly 700 young people from 18 youth centres gathered for the Annual Youth Meet 2026, hosted by the Province of Dimapur under the theme “Instruments of Peace.” The day-long programme blended prayer, formation, fellowship, creativity, and cultural expression, offering participants a platform to reflect on their role in building peace within families, communities, and society.
The Annual Youth Ministry Delegates and Network Heads Meeting 2026, hosted at Siloam, Umsawkhwan in Ri-Bhoi District, concluded after five days of reflection, dialogue, and planning. Organized by the Youth Pastoral Ministry, Rome, in collaboration with Don Bosco Youth Animation – South Asia, the gathering brought together delegates and network leaders from across South Asia to strengthen the Salesian mission among young people.
The Annual Youth Ministry Delegates and Network Heads Meeting 2026 of South Asia is a strategic moment of reflection and renewal. Organized jointly by the Youth Pastoral Ministry, Rome, and Don Bosco Youth Animation – South Asia (DBYA-SA), Delhi, the meeting seeks to strengthen collaboration, discern pastoral directions, and respond more effectively to the challenges and aspirations of young people across the Salesian Provinces of South Asia.
The two-day guided retreat “Unplug” was held at Don Bosco Yuva Sanstha, Karjat, from September 5 to 6. It offered young people a chance to step away from digital distractions and daily routines and reconnect with God, themselves and the community.
The Salesian Youth Movement (SYM), Kolkata Province, held a three-day Leaders and Animators Formation (LAF) Programme from September 5 to 7 at Don Bosco Nitika, bringing together youth leaders and animators from the Salesian Provinces of Kolkata, Delhi and Hyderabad.
Don Bosco Dhisha, Vijayawada Region, in collaboration with the YES-J Youth Centre, successfully organized a Job Fair that connected 55 young job seekers with 15 recruiting companies. The initiative created a vital platform for employment and career development, resulting in 17 candidates securing job placements and 18 others being shortlisted for further recruitment processes.
Youth Day at Don Bosco, Kuarmunda, brought together young people of the parish and the institution for a day of spiritual reflection, fellowship, and formation centred on the theme “Take Courage! I have overcome the world” (John 16:33).
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Publisher: Libreria Editrice Vaticana
Year of publication: 2026
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