Country: Nigeria
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…
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…
NIGERIA: New St. Joseph Catholic Chapel in Imaweje constructed thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions
Chapel to meet needs of growing Catholic community. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Sept. 15, 2026) Salesian missionaries have constructed the St. Joseph Catholic Chapel in Imaweje, a rural community in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, Nigeria, thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco. The new chapel will provide…
INT’L DAY OF CHARITY: Salesian Missions highlights programs that meet basic needs and ensure educational access
UN has recognized importance of eradicating poverty in all forms. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Sept 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 the International Day of Charity celebrated each year on Sept. 5. The date was chosen by the…
NIGERIA: Salesians finish construction project on new residence thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions
Students and youth participating in programs to benefit. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Aug 18, 2026) Salesian missionaries were able to complete construction of a Salesian residence and perimeter fence in Ogidi, Anambra state of Nigeria, thanks to donor funds. The funding came from Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco. The…
WORLD YOUTH SKILLS DAY: Salesian Missions highlights educational programs for disadvantaged youth
Salesians offer more than 1,000 vocational, technical, professional and agricultural schools. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (July 15, 2026) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and the international community in celebrating World Youth Skills Day, celebrated on July 15 each year since 2014. The United Nations designated the…
INT’L DAY OF FAMILIES: Salesian Missions highlights programs that support families
Many Salesian programs encompass whole family unit. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (May 15, 2026) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian and other international organizations in honoring the International Day of Families celebrated each year on May 15. The day is organized by the International Federation for Family Development…
NIGERIA: St. Jude Science & Technical College renovates hostel thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions
Close to 800 youth benefited from improvements. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (May 12, 2026) Salesian missionaries at St. Jude Science & Technical College, located in Vandeikya, in the Benue State of Nigeria, were able to renovate a hostel thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco. The…
Install a Borehole and Hygienic Facilities at Nasara Academy – #758
In 2025, the Salesians acquired Nasara Academy in Koko, Nigeria – a school in urgent need of major renovations. Among the most critical needs is sanitation, as students currently rely on overcrowded pit toilets, and limited access to clean water and handwashing facilities – conditions which pose serious hygiene and health risks. This project would…
WORLD WATER DAY: Salesian Missions highlights water projects that make clean, fresh water available in communities
‘Clean Water Initiative’ makes building wells, supplying clean water a priority. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (March 22, 2026) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and countries around the globe in celebrating World Water Day. Led by U.N.-Water, the organization that coordinates the United Nations’ work on water…