(ANS - Rome) - Nearly 6 years after the previous International Congress, held in Rome, in 2016, the 12th International Congress of the NGO "Voluntary International Women, Education and Development" (VIDES), the International Association promoted by the Institute of the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians, with UN Consultative Status, was held from July 1 to 5, at Ciampino, on the outskirts of Rome. Among the 150 participants from about 30 countries - VIDES members, youth, adults, and FMA sisters: Mother Chiara Cazzuola, Mother General of the FMA, and the General Councilor for Youth Ministry, Sister Runita Galve Borja.

(ANS - Rome) - An event on the theme "Auxilium Faculty: female perspectives for Rome as an Educating City" was held yesterday, Tuesday, June 14, 2022, in the Sala della Protomoteca on the Capitol Hill in Rome, organized by the Pontifical Faculty of Educational Sciences "Auxilium," in collaboration with the Municipalities XIII and XIV of the Municipality of Rome, to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the foundation of the Institute of the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians (1872-2022).

(ANS - Quito) - The VI International Seminar and Plenary Session of the IUS Education Group of the Salesian Institutions of Higher Education (IUS) took place from April 26th to 28th, at the Quito campus of the Salesian Polytechnic University of Ecuador with the participation of authorities, professors, and researchers from 22 Salesian universities from America, Asia, and Europe.

(ANS – Bangalore) – The first launch of the YESS Forum was done on Earth Day on 22nd April 2022, at the Taj Westend, Bangalore. The YESS Forum unfolded innovative models and initiatives undertaken by “Bosconet – Don Bosco Network” partners, other non-profits, start-ups, CSR partners, academia, and other stakeholders in the areas of education, sustainable livelihoods, climate action, and gender justice.

(ANS - Nizza Monferrato) - As part of the celebration of the 150th anniversary of the foundation of the Institute of the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians (FMA), this year the traditional "Feast of World Recognition" of the FMA towards their Superior wants to be an expression of gratitude to the Lord for the generous yes of Mother Chiara Cazzuola to the service of animation and government in the Institute. The festivities to celebrate the anniversary will last three days - from April 24 to 26 - and will take place between Mornese, Nizza Monferrato, and Turin, the places of the origins of the FMA.

(ANS – Bangalore) – The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted every aspect of our lives. Global security is now constantly threatened by the continuous insurgencies from extremist groups and geopolitical tensions between nations. Moreover, environmental sustainability and climate change are currently challenging nations to act urgently. These societal maladies will fester until we direct our focus on the young, the future generation. Addressing the various challenges facing today's youth requires a comprehensive, intergenerational, and cross-sectoral approach, with the participation of governments, corporates, youth, and all segments of society. Empowerment of youth would require a holistic approach along the terms of educational attainment, digital accessibility, poverty reduction, employability, environment protection, and youth entrepreneurship.

(ANS) - From February 28 to March 4, the 15th Continental Meeting of the Salesian Social America Network (RASS) was held on the theme "Working in Unity in the Face of America's Social Challenges." The meeting was conducted in virtual mode and with formative themes focused on the challenges of the social sector from the perspective of the Church, the United Nations, and the Salesian Congregation. In addition, group work sessions were held to foster reflection and sharing of experiences among the 57 participants, representing 18 Provinces and 22 countries.

(ANS - Rome) - The "International Congress of Salesian Works and Social Services" that will take place in Turin-Valdocco from 28 September to 2 October 2022 is one of the major events on the calendar this year for the Youth Ministry Sector. The congress, which is expected to draw more than 300 participants from across the Salesian world, opened for registration last Tuesday, March 1.

(ANS - Rome) - The Salesian Congregation and the Salesian Pontifical University (UPS) announce the International Convention dedicated to "St. Francis de Sales: Posterity - Spirituality - Pedagogy", which will take place from 18 to 20 November 2022 at UPS, in Rome. Four hundred years after the death of this great saint, which occurred in Lyon on December 28, 1622, the conference intends to offer a contribution to the study of his life, his works, and the influence of his thought and spirituality.