15 Oct

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GLOBAL HANDWASHING DAY: Salesian Missions highlights programs that provide clean water access for hand-washing and proper hygiene

Working and living in the communities they serve, Salesian missionaries are perfectly positioned to ensure that soap and other hygiene items reach those most in need. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct. 15, 2021) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins the international community in celebrating Global Handwashing Day 2021. TheRead more about GLOBAL HANDWASHING DAY: Salesian Missions highlights programs that provide clean water access for hand-washing and proper hygiene[…]

14 Oct

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Saving a Precious Resource … and Providing for the Future

In the Philippines, where hundreds of thousands of residents depend upon the “blue economy” to improve their job prospects, livelihoods and contributions to a sustainable ecosystem, Salesian missionaries are leading an innovative new program to save one of our planet’s most precious resources. The blue economy is defined by the many opportunities that the oceanRead more about Saving a Precious Resource … and Providing for the Future[…]

12 Aug

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INTERNATIONAL YOUTH DAY: Salesian Missions highlights initiatives that teach agriculture training to poor youth

Salesian missionaries offer more than 1,000 vocational, technical, professional and agricultural schools around the globe. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Aug. 12, 2021) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and countries around the globe in recognizing International Youth Day. Celebrated each year on Aug. 12, International Youth DayRead more about INTERNATIONAL YOUTH DAY: Salesian Missions highlights initiatives that teach agriculture training to poor youth[…]

15 Jul

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WORLD YOUTH SKILLS DAY: Salesians provide more than 1,000 training schools around the globe

Salesian Missions highlights life-changing vocational and technical training programs for poor youth. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (July 15, 2021) 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, which has been celebrated each year on July 15 since 2014. TheRead more about WORLD YOUTH SKILLS DAY: Salesians provide more than 1,000 training schools around the globe[…]

04 Jul

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A Model for Rural Development

In the Philippines, where millions of people depend on farming for their food and income, sustainable agriculture is key to a healthy future. And yet, the future of the sector itself is at risk. At Don Bosco Agro-Mechanical Technology Center in Legazpi City, a new generation of Salesian-trained students promises to lead the charge towardRead more about A Model for Rural Development[…]

05 Jun

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WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY: Salesian Missions aims to protect the environment

Salesian Missions highlights initiatives that focus on caring for and protecting the environment. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (June 5, 2021) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and the international community in celebrating World Environment Day held annually on June 5. This year Pakistan will host World EnvironmentRead more about WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY: Salesian Missions aims to protect the environment[…]

15 May

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INTERNATIONAL DAY OF FAMILIES: Programs provide aid to families in need

Salesian Missions highlights programs that help provide food and other aid to families in need. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (May 15, 2021) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian and other international organizations in honoring International Day of Families celebrated each year on May 15. The day is organizedRead more about INTERNATIONAL DAY OF FAMILIES: Programs provide aid to families in need[…]

28 Apr

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PHILIPPINES: Donor funding supports farming entrepreneurship program

Donors from Salesian Missions provide Don Bosco Agro-Mechanical Technology Center with funding for 1,000 chickens. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (April 28, 2021) Don Bosco Agro-Mechanical Technology Center (known locally as Don Bosco Legazpi), located in Banquerohan, Legazpi City, Philippines, had the funding to purchase 1,000 chickens thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions, the U.S. developmentRead more about PHILIPPINES: Donor funding supports farming entrepreneurship program[…]

22 Mar

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WORLD WATER DAY: Salesian Missions highlights work of ‘Clean Water Initiative’

The Salesian Missions ‘Clean Water Initiative’ ensures youth around the globe have access to clean, safe water. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (March 22, 2021) 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 UN-Water, the organization that coordinatesRead more about WORLD WATER DAY: Salesian Missions highlights work of ‘Clean Water Initiative’[…]

20 Mar

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INTERNATIONAL DAY OF HAPPINESS: Salesian Missions programs empower youth

Salesian Missions highlights programs that empower youth, giving them a sense of well-being and happiness. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (March 20, 2021) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and countries around the globe in celebrating International Day of Happiness, which falls each year on March 20. InRead more about INTERNATIONAL DAY OF HAPPINESS: Salesian Missions programs empower youth[…]