Rome, Italy – October 2024 – On October 26-27, the first meeting of the National Council of the Salesian Youth Movement (SYM) Italy for the 2024-25 pastoral year was held at the Salesian Institute Gerini. Participants, including Youth Ministry Delegates, Councillors for Youth Ministry, and young people from the Council, discussed various topics. SYM Lombardy-Emilia shared insights on the Animator Training School and the revision process underway as part of the Territorial Secretariat, while the Triveneto region presented its “Paths of the Council,” working methods, and projects for the year. A newly printed regulation booklet was also distributed to all Council members, providing a useful tool for outlining SYM Italy’s objectives. Group discussions followed, focusing on concrete themes for the 25-26 pastoral proposal, which will emphasize faith as part of the ongoing three-year program. The next day, participants reflected on SYM Italy’s path, its current and future priorities, and ways to implement them practically, using the Salesian Youth Synod document as a starting point.