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"If the poor youth you have helped through Salesian Missions could speak to you now, they would
say “THANK YOU” for the chance you’ve given them to live better lives and “GOD BLESS YOU” for all
your prayers and support." Father Mark Hyde, S.D.B. |
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The Salesian Philosophy
In the tradition of their founder, St. John Bosco, the Salesian objective
is to teach young people various trades that will help them find decent
jobs and become self-suf ficient, contributing members of society.
The Salesians insist that the needy help themselves in whatever way
they can, even minimally. They do not encourage dependence
or pater nalism but strive to live
up to the working maxim,“helping others to help
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Learn more about Salesian Missions' international humanitarian involvement with:
Trade
& Agricultural Schools ~ Education ~ Moral and Spiritual Direction
Salesian Lay Missioners ~ Medical Assistance & Healthcare
Emergency Relief ~ Family Assistance &
Development of Women
Children of the Streets ~ Youth Clubs |
2008 PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS: |
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Trade
& Agricultural Schools
2008 PROJECT HIGHLIGHT: In 2008, the Don Bosco Training Center
opened in Ahungalla, Sri Lanka of fering hope to countless children.
Youngsters learn trades such as tool and die-making, information
technology, welding, machinery and motor repair.
And in the Philippines, specialized agricultural centers are teaching youngsters
modern farming skills as well as how to use and maintain machinery that
make tilling, planting and harvesting more efficient. More » |
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Education
2008 PROJECT HIGHLIGHT: After being forced to close a few years ago due
to inadequate staf fing, the Dominic Savio Primary School reopened in
Papua New Guinea in 2008. Nicknamed “The Miracle School,” it offers
hundreds of youngsters opportunities that will improve their lives now
and in the future. More » |
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Moral and Spiritual Direction
2008 PROJECT HIGHLIGHT: Without the Salesian Chapel Program, many
people in the most remote and rural areas would not have a proper place to
worship. With the help of good people in the USA, Salesian missionaries around
the world were given the funding to start construction of 42 chapels in 2008. More » |
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Salesian Lay Missioners
2008 PROJECT HIGHLIGHT: For the last two decades, Sudan
has been ravaged by Africa’s longest and bloodiest civil war. With relative peace now, the country is faced with the immense
t ask of rebuilding what was destroyed: schools, churches ,
infrastructure, etc. With the guidance of the Salesians, the Salesian Lay
Missioner program sent the first two volunteers to work in the city of Tonj.
While there, the SLMs worked at one of the Salesian schools teaching and
helping to organize activities for the hundreds of children whose
childhood was so tragically halted. More » |
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Medical Assistance & Healthcare
2008 PROJECT HIGHLIGHT: The Foyer-Lakay Program in Haiti
provides urgent medical care to poor and homeless children who
have nowhere else to go. Many of these youngsters are victims of
violence and abuse and are now safeguarded from further harm.
The program also gives them the opportunity to attend class and participate
in recreational activities. More » |
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Emergency Relief
2008 PROJECT HIGHLIGHT: Homes, schools and businesses
were destroyed due to widespread flooding in Santa Catarina,
Brazil in late 2008. More than 160,000 individuals were
without electricity, clean drinking water and other necessities,
while many others were forced to flee their homes. Salesian
communities in the area of fered immediate assistance by providing
food, clothing and shelter to the victims of the disaster. More » |
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Family Assistance and Development of Women
2008 PROJECT HIGHLIGHT: In 2008, Salesian lay missioners
worked with young mothers in Bolivia providing information
regarding health and hygiene issues specific to women and
young children. For many of these women, it was the first time
anyone discussed these topics with them. The lessons will have a
lasting ef fect as these young women can now teach others in their
communities what they have learned. More » |
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Children of the Streets
2008 PROJECT HIGHLIGHT: In 2008, the Lumbre Center opened in
Madrid, Spain. Collaborating with the Daughters of Charity, it
of fers coursework, vocational training and specialized guidance to
help at-risk youth identify and prepare for a career. Disadvantaged
children will improve their chances of becoming contributing members of
society and having a positive influence on others in their community. More » |
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Youth Clubs
2008 PROJECT HIGHLIGHT: In Angola, the Don Bosco Sports Project
extends athletic opportunities to needy children, teenagers and young
adults living in squalid conditions. Children have also been able to play
soccer, the country’s most beloved sport, for the first time. This program
has become successful because the primary requirement for participation is
regul arly attending class. It promotes socialinclusion and emotional
development, increasing the self-esteem of each child. More » |
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