Country: India
INT’L DAY OF RURAL WOMEN: Salesian Missions highlights projects that educate rural girls and women
Day recognizes critical role, contribution of rural women. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct. 15, 2026) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and countries around the globe in honoring the International Day of Rural Women, which is celebrated each year on Oct. 15. This day, which was first…
GLOBAL HANDWASHING DAY: Salesian Missions highlights projects that ensure youth have access to clean water for proper hygiene
‘Clean Water Initiative’ prioritizes building wells and water systems. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct.15, 2026) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins the international community in celebrating Global Handwashing Day 2026. The day, organized by the Global Handwashing Partnership, is celebrated each year on Oct. 15 and is dedicated to increasing…
INDIA: Village of Jongchipara has new chapel thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions
Chapel provides more accessibility in rural area. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct. 13, 2026) Salesian missionaries have a new chapel in the village of Jongchipara, located in the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India, thanks to donor funding. The funding was provided by Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco.…
INT’L DAY OF THE GIRL: Salesian Missions highlights programs that help girls gain an education
Salesian programs encourage advanced education, skills training. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct.11, 2026) 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 the Girl on Oct. 11. The day, first held in 2012, was established to promote equal treatment and…
WORLD TEACHERS’ DAY: Salesian Missions highlights Salesian schools and educators around the globe
Day celebrated Oct. 5 to honor role of teachers in lives of students. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct. 5, 2026) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and countries around the globe in honoring World Teachers’ Day, which has been celebrated each year on Oct. 5 since 1994.…
INTERNATIONAL LITERACY DAY: Salesian Missions highlights educational programs
Day celebrated on Sept. 8 to advance literacy agenda. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Sept 8, 2026) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and countries around the globe in celebrating International Literacy Day. Celebrated each year on Sept. 8, the day was launched in 1967 to “remind the…
Stopping the Food Crisis in India
A healthy meal does far more than satisfy hunger. For a growing child, it provides the strength to pursue future possibilities. Yet across India, many children lack consistent access to the nutrition they need to grow and thrive, putting their health and development at risk. Thankfully, for 150 marginalized young girls in the country, access…
INDIA: 150 girls at Don Bosco Girls Hostel receive nutritional support thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions
Full-time nurse provides healthcare services. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Aug 3, 2026) Salesian missionaries with the Don Bosco Girls Hostel, located in Nalgonda, a city in Telangana, India, received donor funding to provide 150 girls who are marginalized with nutritional support. The donor funding came from Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of…
WORLD DAY AGAINST TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS: Salesian Missions highlights educational programs that support youth at risk
July 30 aims to raise awareness, protect rights. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (July 30, 2026) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and countries around the globe in recognizing World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. In 2013, United Nations member states adopted a resolution that designated July 30…
INDIA: 525 youth attending Don Bosco Academy receive education and guidance thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions
Project focuses on youth vulnerable to educational exclusion. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (July 28, 2026) Salesian missionaries with Don Bosco Academy, located in Nalgonda, a city in Telangana, India, received donor funding to support 525 youth through education and career guidance. The donor funding came from Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of…