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Salesian Missions is headquartered in New Rochelle, NY, and is part of the Don Bosco Network—a worldwide federation of Salesian NGOs. The mission of the U.S.-based nonprofit Catholic organization is to raise funds for international programs that serve youth and families in poor communities around the globe. The Salesian missionaries are made up of priests, brothers and sisters, as well as laypeople—all dedicated to caring for poor children throughout the world in more than 130 countries and helping young people become self-sufficient by learning a trade that will help them gain employment. To date, more than 3 million youth have received services funded by Salesian Missions. These services and programs are provided to children regardless of race or religion. Our Press Center is a key source of information for journalists, donors, organizational partners, funders and the public. In addition to the releases below, photographs and video from the field can be made available to journalists and partners upon request.

Salesian Missions also operates MissionNewswire.org, as a service to the public and the news media. The purpose is to provide information and insight about Salesian programs around the globe and news related to global humanitarian issues. News from and about Salesian Missions can also be found on ReliefWeb, the leading humanitarian information source on global crises and disasters operated by the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA).

U.S. Media Representative:
Laura Perillo
908-406-3413
[email protected]
Twitter: @SM_Newsdesk

To request interviews or ask to be included on our media distribution list, please contact Laura Perillo. Photos and b-roll are also available upon request. We may also able to assist journalists working for U.S. media outlets who are working abroad or planning trips to cover humanitarian-related news stories.

In addition to the press releases provided here, country-specific information is available in the Where We Work section of this website. Additional information is available to the media upon request.

GUINEA: Salesians increase equipment for training centers thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions

Job market training improves socio-economic situation for youth, young adults. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Jan. 6, 2025) Salesian missionaries have improved the socio-economic living conditions of youth and young adults through job market training in Kankan and Siguiri, Guinea. The funding for the project...

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CATHOLIC WORLD DAY OF PEACE: Salesian Missions highlights programs that lead to peaceful, supportive environment

Programs address social and economic needs of youth. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Jan. 1, 2025) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins Catholic organizations around the globe in honoring the Catholic World Day of Peace. Every year on Jan. 1, the Pope marks the day...

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SRI LANKA: Don Bosco Institute expands computer lab thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions

Students also gain access to new laptop computers. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Dec. 31, 2024) The Don Bosco Institute of Higher Vocational Education, located in the village of Metiyagane, Sri Lanka, was able to improve the computer skills of students thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions, the U.S....

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TOGO: Salesians increase youth outreach with new vehicle thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions

Reliable transportation needed to access 10 outstations. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Dec. 30, 2024) Salesian missionaries in Cinkassé, Togo, have a new vehicle to help them provide more outreach services to youth thanks to Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco. Salesians...

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EGYPT: Activities enrich lives of poor youth thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions

Volunteers provide positive role models at camp. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Dec. 23, 2024) Salesians in Alexandria, Egypt were able to facilitate summer activities for vulnerable youth at the Don Bosco Institute thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don...

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INT’L MIGRANTS DAY: Salesian Missions highlights educational programs that empower migrants

Salesians also develop programs to give youth opportunities in home countries. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Dec. 18, 2024) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and the international community in honoring International Migrants Day. The day...

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HUMAN RIGHTS DAY: Salesian Missions highlights educational and social programs for youth

Salesians around the globe work to ensure that all youth know their rights. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Dec. 10, 2024) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and the international community in honoring Human Rights Day, celebrated each year...

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INT’L DAY OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES: Salesian Missions highlights support for people with disabilities

Nearly 1 billion people around the globe are living with a disability. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Dec. 3, 2024) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and countries around the globe in honoring International Day of People with...

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SIERRA LEONE: Salesian Missions provides aid, education to families impacted by fire

Support ranges from immediate aid to plans for long-term support. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Dec. 2, 2024) People who were victims of a devastating fire in Bo City, Sierra Leone, received support and resources to ensure their safety, thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm...

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TANZANIA: Students have new housing thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions

School offers training to youth who are poor and young adults. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Nov. 26, 2024) Don Bosco Kilimanjaro International Institute for Telecommunications, Electronics and Computers (Don Bosco KIITEC), located in Arusha, Tanzania, has a new hostel for 300 students thanks to donor funding...

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