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Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB)
Marian Statue in Benin, Fulfillment of Slain Salesian Missionary’s Desire: Officials
A statue of Mary Help of Christians, which arrived in Benin at the beginning of this month, is a fulfillment of the desire of Fr. Antonio César Fernandez, a Spanish member of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) who was killed in Burkina Faso two years ago, SDB officials have said in a report.
Salesian Missionaries Reach Out to Hundreds of Refugees Living with Disabilities in Uganda
Members of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) have facilitated the provision of food aid and other humanitarian necessities to hundreds of refugees living with disabilities at the Don Bosco Palabek Refugee Resettlement Camp within Uganda’s Archdiocese of Gulu.
On International Red Hand Day, Salesians Review Service to Former Child Soldiers
On the occasion of the International day against the Use of Child Soldiers also known as Red Hand Day, marked February 12, Salesian Missions have highlighted various initiatives that support the reintegration of the young fighters.
Salesian Missionaries in Nigeria Facilitating Rehabilitation of Street Boys in Lagos
The U.S.-based development arm of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB), Salesian Missions, is facilitating the rehabilitation of street boys in the West African nation of Nigeria.
Salesians in Madagascar Offering “second chance” to Homeless Youths Living in “prisons”
Members of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) ministering in the Indian Ocean Island nation of Madagascar are offering a “second chance” to homeless youths living in prisons.
Cleric in Sudan Urges Calm amid Protests Over Hiked Food Prices
As Sudanese protesters continue to occupy roads in different parts of the nation demanding reforms over deteriorating economy under its new administration, a member of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) ministering in the country has called on the citizens to have hope amid desperation.
COVID-19, Chance for Youth to Rise above Troubles, Desperation: Salesian Cleric in Uganda
The suffering brought about by several months of COVID-19 has pushed young people to desperation, a Catholic Cleric ministering among refugees in Uganda has observed and called upon the youth in the East African country to rise above their frustrations and to start caring for others who are equally living in devastation.
Salesians in DR Congo Highlight Success Story of Street Youths Reunification Program
Members of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) ministering in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have, in a report, highlighted a success story of their street youths reunification program.
Salesian Missionary Establishes Hospital for Vulnerable Population in South Sudan
An Italy-based member of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) has facilitated the establishment of a gynecology and obstetrics hospital in the Catholic mission of Tonj of South Sudan’s Rumbek Diocese.
South Sudanese Diocese Set to Dedicate Feast of Don Bosco to Youth Challenges
As the Church prepares to commemorate the life of St. John Bosco, a priest known for his humility and dedication to helping young boys succeed in life, a Catholic Diocese in South Sudan has chosen to dedicate this year’s January 31 commemoration to the challenges that continue to face young people.
Sierra Leone’s New Church Building a Response to Growing Number of Parishioners: Salesians
A new church under construction at the Parish dedicated to St. Augustine in Sierra Leone’s Freetown Archdiocese is a response to the growing number of parishioners, the leadership of the Salesian Missions, the U.S.-based development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) has said.
Salesians Reach Out to Hundreds of Refugees in Uganda with Food Aid
Members of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) in Uganda have facilitated food aid to hundreds of refugees at Palabek Refugee Resettlement Camp located in the country’s Gulu Archdiocese.
Plans to Build “House of Hope” for Street Children in Zambia Underway: Salesians
Plans to put up a dwelling place for street children suffering from substance abuse and those who are mentally disturbed are underway in Zambia’s Kabwe Diocese, the leadership of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) has announced.
Salesians Facilitate Access to Clean Water for Five Communities in Nigeria
Members of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) in Nigeria have facilitated access to safe drinking water to natives of some five communities in Africa’s most populous nation the project dubbed “Clean Water Initiative.”
On International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Salesians Highlight Programs in Africa
On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) marked Thursday, December 3, officials of Salesian Missions, which is the U.S. development arm of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB), have highlighted their programs that support people with special needs in the world, including Africa.
On World Toilet Day, Salesians Review Sanitation Projects in Africa
On the occasion of the World Toilet Day to be marked Thursday, November 19, the leadership of Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) has reviewed its sanitation initiatives around the globe, including Africa.
Salesians to Establish Vocational Centre for People with Disabilities in Burundi
Plans are underway to establish a vocational center to aid in the social integration of people living with disabilities in the East-Central African nation of Burundi.
Hundreds in Togo’s Lomé Archdiocese Get COVID-19 Relief Items from Salesians’ Charity
Close to 500 residents of Togo’s Archdiocese of Lomé have received COVID-19 prevention materials and food kits whose purchase was facilitated by Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB).
Salesians Highlight Programs Promoting Hand Washing in Africa Ahead of Global Event
Ahead of the Global Handwashing Day (GHD) set to be marked in the context of COVID-19 on October 15, Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) has highlighted programs promoting good hygiene practices around the globe, including Africa.
Salesian Prelate Appointed Vicar Apostolic of Ethiopia’s Gambella Vicariate
Pope Francis has appointed Bishop Roberto Bergamaschi, a member of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB), as the Vicar Apostolic of Gambella in the Western part of Ethiopia.
