(ANS – Rome) – Warren Buffett, a prominent American entrepreneur and businessman, as well as an inventor, considered one of the most successful investors in the world said: “It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about it, you'll do things differently.” The causes of communication crises can range from the simplest to the most complex. In any case, it would always be good to avoid them; but if they happen, it is essential to know how to cope with them. This will also be discussed at "SHAPING TOMORROW", the Communication Conference that the Sector for Social Communication of the Salesian Congregation will promote and animate from 1 to 7 August 2024, at the facilities of the Pontifical Salesian University (UPS) in Rome.
(ANS – Rome) – In a hyper-connected world where ‘sharing’ takes on new and different meanings from time to time, the danger of exposing oneself too much or too badly, with negative consequences for self and the institution one represents, is a real risk. This is why this topic cannot fail to be the focus of attention of the Sector for Social Communication, which is preparing for the Communication 2024 Conference ‘SHAPING TOMORROW’, in just over two months time - from 1 to 7 August 2024, at the facilities of the Pontifical Salesian University (UPS) in Rome. So let us explore this topic more deeply.
(ANS – Rome) – "Mobile Journalism" (or "MoJo"), understood as digital information created using mobile devices such as smartphones, is a communication area in which the Salesians of Don Bosco are heavily investing. This approach serves as a resource for agile and effective communication, especially in settings with limited structural resources. In preparation for the Communication 2024 Conference "SHAPING TOMORROW," which will take place from August 1 to 7, 2024, at the Salesian Pontifical University (UPS) in Rome, the Sector for Social Communication is presenting a reflection on this theme.
(ANS – Rome) – The term 'digital continent' refers to the digital area that includes the Internet, social media, online platforms and all the communication and information technologies that are an integral part of life in contemporary society. But what exactly is it? In view of the Communication 2024 Conference "SHAPING TOMORROW," which will take place 1-7 August 2024 at the facilities of the Pontifical Salesian University (UPS) in Rome, the Sector for Social Communication presents a reflection on this much-used but perhaps really little-known expression.
(ANS – Rome) – In the digital era, many people think that communicating is having the possibility of accessing social networks, following a profile, "liking" attention-grabbing posts, sharing daily memes, or sending the "San Antonio chain" on WhatsApp... On the other hand, many people think that "communicating" means producing digital content, posting it on a social network and getting lots of "Likes", without realising that they have been trapped by the phenomenon called the "triumph of the selfie", in which people, instead of establishing true communication, reinforce the desire to be recognised. To avoid any ambiguity, and to help establish true communication and true relationships, the Social Communication Sector has scheduled the Communication 2024 Conference, which will take place August 1-7, 2024 at the facilities of the Pontifical Salesian University (UPS) in Rome. And also offers some timely insights today to arrive prepared for the event.
(ANS – Rome) – We are looking for leaders - those who have vision, communication skills, empathy, can make decisions, build motivation and trust among others, can delegate tasks and are open to feedback. We are looking for leaders who work in the field of social communication. The following short article will discuss three selected qualities of a leader: the ability to motivate, communication skills and vision.
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INTERVIEWS
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RMG – The missionaries of the 155th Salesian Missionary Expedition: Angelot Dorisse Herimampionona Rakotonirina, from Madagascar (MDG) to the Albania-Kosovo-Montenegro (IME) Delegation(ANS – Rome) – Angelot, from Madagascar, is a new missionary in Europe, active in the new Delegation of Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro, belonging to the Province of Southern Italy (IME). Regarding his plans, he says: "My dream and my project in my mission are nothing more than the project of Christ through Don Bosco: the salvation of souls".
EDITORIAL
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Myanmar – Tragedy of Innocent Children in the midst of Armed Conflicts(ANS – Naypyidaw) - Myanmar finds itself immersed in profound grief and anguish as innocent lives, particularly those of children, continue to be mercilessly lost in the enduring armed conflicts. Families are left devastated by the tragic loss of their loved ones while the relentless violence shows no signs of abating. This week, a heartfelt plea from Myanmar reached our community, shedding light on the heart-wrenching death of a young girl Juliet in a military airstrike, prompting a unified call for prayers and action.
EVENTS
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Italy – The chapel of the relics at the Basilica of Mary Help of Christians in Turin celebrates 90 years and celebrates them with an exhibition on the Shroud(ANS – Turin) – Again this year, on 14 September, on the occasion of the liturgical feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross and the day of the Opening of the Crypt, the Shrine of Mary Help of Christians in Turin hosted an evening dedicated to the Shroud, as part of the "Culture in the Basilica" exhibition, entitled "The Shroud: witness of great love".
SPECIAL REPORTS
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United States – Int’l Day for the Eradication of Poverty: Salesian Missions highlights life-changing programs that aid poor youth(ANS – New Rochelle) - 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 for the Eradication of Poverty held on Oct. 17 each year. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty and the 35th anniversary of the World Day to Overcome Extreme Poverty.
MESSAGES OF THE RECTOR MAJOR
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OUR ANNUAL GIFTTHE MESSAGE OF THE VICAR OF THE RECTOR MAJOR,
Fr Stefano Martoglio, SDBTraditionally as a Salesian Family, we receive the Strenna every year - a gift at the beginning of the year. I hold it dear to look inside this gift with these few lines so as to welcome it as it deserves, without losing anything of the freshness of the gift.