Resources for Journalists

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.

Salesian University Recognized for Leadership in Providing Children with Prosthetics

SAN SALVADOR, EL SALVADOR (Dec. 22, 2011) - The first-ever World Report on Disabilitieshas recognized the University Don Bosco in San Salvador, El Salvador, for its leadership in prosthetic and orthotics education in Latin America and for providing opportunities for adults and children with...

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Salesian Missions Responds to UN Report on Signs of Progress in Haiti Nearly Two Years After Earthquake

PORT-AU-PRINCE, HAITI  (December 1, 30, 2011) - Reconstruction efforts are having an impact on education, health and job creation in Haiti, reports Nigel Fisher, deputy special representative of the Secretary-General for Haiti, in a United Nations update released Nov. 29, 2011.

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Salesian Program Helps Economically Disadvantaged Youth Find Careers in Hospitality Industry

TRASI, INDIA (December 9, 2011) - A Salesian technical skills training program in India is giving poor youth job opportunities in the service industry. Don Bosco Technical Institute in Trasi, in collaboration with Taj Group of Hotels and India’s ministry of Rural Development has created a new...

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Retraction: Salesian Missions Oct. 21, 2011, Press Release on Situation at Kakuma Camp in Kenya Contained Inaccurate Information

NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. (November 03, 2011) – An Oct. 21, 2011 press release entitled "Salesian Missions Responds to Transfer of More than 60,000 Somali Refugees in Kenya from Dadaab Camp to Kakuma Camp, Calls on Public for Donations" contained inaccurate information about the transfer of refugees....

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Salesian Missions Receives Grant to Expand “New Beginnings” Program to Assist Colombian Refugees in Central, South America

NEW ROCHELLE , N.Y. (November 8, 2011) – More than 5,000 Colombian refugees in four countries in Central and South America will receive vocational and human development training as well as job placement services through a Salesian Missions "New Beginnings" program, thanks to external grant...

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Salesian Missions Commissions 14 Volunteers for Mission Work in Countries Around the Globe

NEW ROCHELLE, NY (October 11, 2011) – Salesian Missions has announced that fourteen volunteers have been commissioned for mission work as part of their Salesian Lay Missioners program. Thirteen of the volunteers will serve in missions overseas while one will serve as a Salesian Domestic Volunteer...

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Fiat-Salesian Partnership in India Provides Job Training to At-Risk Youth, Skilled Workers to Auto Industry

RANJANGAON, India (September 27, 2011) – A new partnership between Fiat and the Salesian Don Bosco Technical Institute in India will fulfill two essential needs for the South Asian economy—job training for at-risk youth and skilled workers for the auto industry. The program launched a few weeks...

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HAITI: Education Key to Preventing Spread of Cholera

PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (September 13, 2011) – As Haiti continues to rebuild nearly two years after the devastating earthquake, efforts are underway to meet the growing and changing needs of reconstruction by training students in programs specifically designed to meet the most critical labor needs...

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CLINTON BUSH HAITI FUND: $1.4M for Innovative Rebuilding Projects, Includes Salesian Vocational Training Program

WASHINGTON, D.C. (August 30, 2011) – In its continued effort to support Haiti as the country builds its own prosperous future, the Clinton Bush Haiti Fund announced $1.4 million in new commitments for three new projects: a franchise-based housing program, a vocational training program, and a...

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New UN Resolution Includes Protection of Schools During Armed Conflict

UNITED NATIONS (July 12, 2011) – In many of the world's poorest countries – where hunger and hopelessness is a daily reality for so many children – providing life-saving meals and educational opportunities is hampered by threats of violence. Security is one of the top concerns for...

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