Thalavadi, India – March 2025 – The valedictory function of Niraivu – Psychological Empowerment Programme (N-PEP) 2.0 held on 23rd March 2025 at Don Bosco Evening Study Centre, Thalavadi (Nilgiris Hills), marked the culmination of a year-long training programme for the tribal children and the teachers of Don Bosco Evening Study Centre, run by Don Bosco Community in the Thalavadi region. This event served as a platform to celebrate the achievements, acknowledge the efforts, and encourage the continued progress of these children and their teachers. The function aimed to foster a sense of pride and belonging, while reinforcing the importance of holistic personality development within the tribal community. The event served as a source of motivation for the children, encouraging them to pursue their dreams. The speeches by educators and well-wishers and the distribution of Participation Certificates, mementos, and appreciation of the sponsors highlighted the ongoing support for the development of tribal communities. It is a novel initiative by Niraivagam – Don Bosco Institute of Psychological Services of the Salesian Province of Chennai, and its financial funding was provided by a group of families of Fr. Joseph Jeyaraj SDB, a Salesian priest, a Development Psychologist and Psychotherapist, the Founder and Director of Niraivagam and a Professor at Salesian Pontifical University, Rome. Around 87 students from Std. 7 to 12, and 15 educators from 15 villages benefitted from this programme. The event served as a testament to the dedication of the organizers and the resilience of the tribal community. It is hoped that the momentum generated by this event will contribute to the continued progress and empowerment of tribal children by Don Bosco mission in the Nilgiris region.