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Dr. Bastin Nellissery (INK)
In a significant initiative aimed at advancing the welfare and sustainable development of the fisherfolk community, the Fishermen Community Development Programme (FCDP), led by the Salesians of Don Bosco, presented a comprehensive set of policy recommendations to Sri V. D. Satheesan, Leader of the Opposition in the Kerala Legislative Assembly.
Marking International Women’s Day, the Theeradesa Mahila Society (TMS), in collaboration with the Fishermen Community Development Programme (FCDP) under the Salesian Province of Bangalore, organised a special programme titled “Nari Kavach” in Kollam, Kerala. The celebration, centred on the theme “Give to Gain,” highlighted women’s empowerment, resilience, and community solidarity.
In the spirit of the Lenten season, around 300 faithful from Don Bosco Parish, Amsam, in the Archdiocese of Trichy, undertook a two-day pilgrimage to the historic Christian shrines of Tuticorin and Kanyakumari. Travelling together in six buses, the pilgrims transformed the journey into a meaningful experience of prayer, fellowship, and spiritual renewal.
Don Bosco Social Development Services (DBSDS), Nerul, celebrated International Women’s Day by honouring women who successfully completed various skill development courses, reaffirming its commitment to empowering women from vulnerable communities through livelihood training.
More than 677 women from 45 villages gathered at DRISTI – Don Bosco, Kapadvanj, to celebrate International Women’s Day and to mark the successful conclusion of the 100-Day Child Marriage Free India Campaign. The event, organised jointly by DRISTI – Don Bosco, PRAYAS Organisation, and the Social Defence Office of Kheda, highlighted the urgent need to eliminate child marriage, widely recognised as a serious social evil that threatens the lives and futures of young girls.
More than 450 young people from 19 Salesian houses and educational institutions across Goa, Karnataka, and Maharashtra came together for Valdocco 2026, the annual Youth Fest of the Salesian Province of Panjim, held at Don Bosco College of Engineering, Fatorda, Goa.
The Don Bosco Institute of Communication Arts (DBICA) organised a three-day media training workshop from March 6 to 8 to equip religious sisters with digital storytelling and communication skills for social advocacy. The programme was conducted for members of religious congregations collaborating with the Amrat India Trust’s mission.
Dr Casimir Raj M, a Salesian of Don Bosco and Member of the Tamil Nadu Commission for Protection of Child Rights (TNCPCR), participated in an International Women’s Day programme promoting the safety and rights of women and girl children at the PMSSY Conference Hall (Kannadi Maligai), Government Mohan Kumaramangalam Medical College Hospital, Salem.
The Salesian Family Superiors’ Meet was held at the Don Bosco Institute, Kharghuli, Guwahati, on 6 March, bringing together leaders of various Salesian Family groups from across India and South Asia for a day of prayer, reflection, and collaboration.
Fr. Raphael Bejarano, SDB, the General Councillor for Youth Ministry, during the Holy Eucharist on 3 March, at Don Bosco Institute (DBI), Guwahati, invited the Salesians to be agents of peace in the world. He was celebrating Mass at the ongoing Salesian Provincial Conference of South Asia (SPCSA).
The General Councillor for Youth Ministry, Fr. Raphael Bejarano SDB, addressed nearly 300 young people at the Don Bosco Institute (DBI) in Kharghuli on 2 March. Fr. Raphael was in the Province to participate in the SPCSA Assembly and Council hosted at DBI, Kharghuli, Guwahati.
The Department of Mass Communication at Assam Don Bosco University hosted an enriching cross-cultural dialogue, bringing together distinguished media and academic leaders from Sri Lanka for an engaging exchange of ideas.
Don Bosco School, Pinapaka, celebrated National Science Day with vibrant enthusiasm on February 28, highlighting the transformative role of science in fostering innovation and societal progress.
The 26th Assembly of the Salesian Provincials Conference of South Asia (SPCSA) commenced on March 2 at the Don Bosco Institute, Guwahati, bringing together 45 participants for a two-day deliberation on leadership, mission, and youth ministry. The inaugural session was held in the presence of Fr Biju Michael, President of SPCSA and Regional Councillor for South Asia, and Fr Rafael Bejarano, General Councillor for Youth Ministry from Rome.
Don Bosco Disha – Vizag Region organised a Job Mela at St. Antony’s School, bringing together 22 companies and more than 350 young participants to promote youth employability and empowerment.
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