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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.

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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BRAZIL: Salesians reach remote villages with new outboard motors thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions

More than 1,000 youth and their families in Amazon region receive support. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Nov. 25, 2024) Salesian missionaries in the Amazon are better able to travel to remote villages to provide people pastoral support thanks to outboard motors that were purchased with donor funding from...

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WORLD CHILDREN’S DAY: Salesian Missions highlights educational and social programs that empower youth

Day raises awareness about children’s issues around the globe. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Nov. 20, 2024) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and countries around the globe in recognizing World Children’s Day. Celebrated each year on...

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PAPUA NEW GUINEA: Students receive nutritious meals thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions

Meals distributed to various groups in Salesian community. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Nov. 19, 2024) Salesian missionaries with the Don Bosco Araimiri community in Kerema, Papua New Guinea, provided nutritious meals to students thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the...

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WORLD TOILET DAY: Salesian Missions highlights clean water and sanitation initiatives

‘Clean Water Initiative’ continues to make supplying fresh, clean water a top priority. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Nov. 19, 2024) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and the international community in honoring World Toilet Day....

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UGANDA: School benefits from new water harvesting system thanks to the Salesian Missions ‘Clean Water Initiative’

Don Bosco CALM rescues, reintegrates children living on streets. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Nov. 18, 2024) Top of Form Salesian missionaries with Don Bosco Children and Life Mission (Don Bosco CALM), in Namugongo, northeast of Kampala, Uganda, had the funding for a rain harvest water system thanks to the...

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WORLD DAY OF THE POOR: Salesian Missions highlights social and education programs for youth living in poverty

Salesians work in more than 130 countries to help youth and families improve their lives. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Nov. 17, 2024) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins Catholic organizations around the globe in honoring World Day of the Poor. The day, celebrated...

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