(Vatican City – September 29, 2026) – The Vatican Dicastery for Communication has announced the theme for the 61st World Communications Day in 2027: “A New Gaze: Paying Attention in the Age of Clickbait.” The theme invites Christians to reconsider how they communicate in an increasingly fast-paced digital culture, encouraging a “conversion of our gaze” so that we look at others with greater attention, love, … Continue reading Paying Attention in the Age of Clickbait – 2027 World Communications Day Theme

(ANS – Santiago – September 14, 2026) – As part of its 28th year of service to those most in need, the Fundación Don Bosco has launched a revamped website. Its main aim is to raise awareness of the foundation’s institutional mission more broadly and effectively, while highlighting the importance of prevention and the impact of early intervention in childhood—key elements of its social commitment. … Continue reading The “Fundación Don Bosco” Launches Its New Website

(ANS – Buenos Aires) – The academic journal Chronica. Revista de archivos, fuentes y documentación histórica de los salesianos en Argentina has reached a significant milestone in its brief but intense academic history. Founded in 2022, it has now been officially approved and indexed in the European ERIH PLUS index (European Reference Index for the Humanities and Social Sciences). Chronica is an academic journal established … Continue reading The Journal Chronica Has Been Included in the Prestigious ERIH PLUS International Index

(ANS – Seville) – 2006–2026: Twenty years of helping young people discover that holiness is possible. “Do you want to be a saint?” It is a simple question, but one capable of changing a life. Twenty years ago, in 2006, a humble digital evangelization initiative was born in Seville around this very question. Fr. Sergio Codera, SDB, then a young Salesian studying theology, presented the … Continue reading “QuieroSerSanto.com” Celebrates 20 Years

(ANS – Rome) – At the end of his five years of service as Director of the Salesian iNfo Agency (ANS), we interviewed Fr. Harris Pakkam, SDB, to hear his reflections on his experience at the heart of the Salesian communication mission, as well as his broader assessment of the current state of communication. Here are his responses. When and how did your interest in … Continue reading Five Years at ANS: The Experience and Testimony of Fr. Harris Pakkam

(ANS – Giffoni Valle Piana) – Five days, five films, and countless emotions. At the 56th Giffoni Film Festival, a festival dedicated to children and young people, members of the Percorsi Creativi (“Creative Pathways”) jury enjoyed an experience that extended far beyond the movie screen. Twenty-two young members of the Cinecircoli Giovanili Socioculturali (CGS), a national association inspired by the Salesian movement and dedicated to promoting film culture, … Continue reading “Creative Pathways”: CGS Takes Center Stage Once Again at the Giffoni Film Festival

(ANS – Rome) – At 96, Fr. Hilario Passero remains a quiet pillar of ANS, the Salesian Information Agency, and the oldest member of the Salesian Headquarters community. Since arriving in Rome on September 8, 2000, he has faithfully translated the Congregation’s news every day, providing more than 26 years of uninterrupted service. With meticulous care, deep humility, and unfailing joy, he has translated tens of thousands … Continue reading From Brazil to Rome: 26 Years of Faithful Service to ANS

(ANS – Rome) – The new website of the Don Bosco Library at the Pontifical Salesian University (UPS) has been launched and is now available at biblioteca.unisal.it. Developed with the support of the UPS Office of Communications and Development, the new portal is designed to provide students, faculty, researchers, and scholars with a modern, intuitive, and user-friendly platform for exploring and accessing the Library’s services, while also … Continue reading The New Website of the Don Bosco Library at the Pontifical Salesian University (UPS) Is Now Online

(ANS – Seville) – Bosco Global has released its 2025 Report – Heroes of Hope, which summarizes the work carried out over the past year alongside 51,095 people through 59 projects in 16 countries, including Spain. The report highlights a shared conviction: solidarity knows no borders. The report is being released at a time when the importance of international cooperation is being questioned following recent … Continue reading Agents of Hope: Bosco Global Presents Its 2025 Report

(ANS – Rome) – Sacred Heart: His Kingdom Will Never End (original French title: Sacré-Cœur: Son règne n’a pas de fin) is a French film by Steven and Sabrina Gunnell that was released in theaters throughout France in 2025 to mark the 350th anniversary of the apparitions of the Heart of Jesus to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, which took place between 1673 and 1675 in … Continue reading The Success of the Film Sacred Heart: His Kingdom Will Never End and the “Salesian” Introduction to the Screenings

(ANS – Naples) – The 2026 National Assembly of Salesians for Social, held at the Don Bosco Salesian Institute in Naples, has concluded. Dedicated to the theme, “Those Who Love Educate: Educating for Social Justice,” the event took place from June 5–7, 2026, and brought together hundreds of participants from across Italy. The assembly served as an important opportunity for discussion, discernment, and shared responsibility … Continue reading Salesians for Social: National Network Renues Its Journey in Naples

(ANS – Krakow) – In an atmosphere of fraternity, strategic reflection, and deep ecclesial communion, the Regional Meeting of Salesian Social Communication in Europe took place in Krakow, bringing together Provincial Delegates for Social Communication from numerous Salesian provinces across the continent. Representatives attended from the Provinces of Krakow (PLS), Piła (PLN), Warsaw (PLE), Slovenia (SLO), Croatia (CRO), the Czech Republic (CEP), Malta (MLT), Austria … Continue reading Salesian Communicators from Europe Gather in Krakow: “Building Communion in the Digital World”

(ANS – Córdoba) – In a context marked by the increasing digitization of daily life, the Delegation for Youth Ministry of the Argentina North Province (ARN), through its Educational Centers sector, is launching the educational and pastoral project “Digital Courtyards: Navigating and Inhabiting with Awareness” this month. The initiative seeks to foster active, critical, and responsible digital citizenship among children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. … Continue reading Inhabiting the Digital World with Awareness: The “Digital Courtyards” Initiative

(ANS – Naples) – Salesians for Social is bringing together members from across Italy to approve the 2026–2029 Program Document from June 5–7, 2026, in Naples, at the E. Menechini Don Bosco Salesian Institute. This year’s theme, “Those Who Love, Educate,” recalls the heart of our mission: to be present, in the charism of Don Bosco, alongside the most vulnerable young people, transforming the educational … Continue reading 2026 National Assembly of Salesians for Social: Those Who Love, Educate

(ANS – Rome) – On the evening of May 14, 2026, the Salesian Social Communication Sector at the Salesian Headquarters welcomed members of the Rome Communication Network (NetCom Rome) for a meaningful encounter marked by dialogue, professional exchange, and fraternal sharing. Around twenty communication professionals, collaborators, and media practitioners gathered at the Salesian Headquarters for the meeting, animated by the Sector under the leadership of … Continue reading Rome Communication Network Visits the Salesian Social Communication Sector at the Generalate

(ANS – Madrid) – Salesian Social Platforms have issued a press release in which, in agreement with the Spanish Conference of Religious (CONFER) and other Church bodies, they express their approval of the Royal Decree that will allow for the extraordinary regularization of migrants as a measure of ethical and social responsibility. This position is consistent with that of various Church organizations, which emphasize the … Continue reading Salesian Social Platforms Praise the Decree on the Extraordinary Regularization of Migrants

(ANS – Quito) – To mark World Earth Day on April 22, the Salesian Province of Ecuador is launching, for the first time, the “Salesian Blackout” initiative. The effort aims to raise awareness about energy consumption and promote sustainable habits in line with Ecological Spirituality and Pope Francis’ call in the encyclical Laudato Si’ to care for our Common Home. This initiative emerged following an … Continue reading The ‘Salesian Blackout’ Is Coming! The Salesian Province of Ecuador Launches an Initiative to Care for Our Common Home

(ANS – Rome) – In light of the international media phenomenon The Chosen—an interesting case study on the relationship between audiovisual series, the representation of the sacred, and audience engagement—the Pontifical Salesian University (UPS) in Rome will launch a multidisciplinary research project beginning in May. The project aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the phenomenon and to open new avenues for research and further study. … Continue reading “Telling the Story of Jesus: Evangelizing in the Modern World.” A Research Project by the UPS Inspired by the Phenomenon of The Chosen

(ANS – Madrid) – The Salesians have launched a new digital evangelization initiative. It is a tool for passing on the faith to young people and with young people, created with the aim of providing a space for sharing life. “Amorevolezza” is the name of this digital evangelization initiative, which has been active since April 5 on Instagram and TikTok, as well as on its … Continue reading “Amorevolezza,” a Salesian-Style Digital Evangelization Initiative

(ANS – Rome) – The Salesians 2025 project, produced by the Social Communication Sector of the Salesian Congregation, is a rich and engaging video documentary that offers a panoramic view of the life and mission of the Salesians around the world. More than a report, it is a carefully crafted visual narrative that captures stories, events, faces, and experiences, allowing viewers to enter into the … Continue reading Salesians 2025: A Global Video Documentary of Mission, Youth, and Hope

(Rome — March 18, 2026) — In a world that demands new forms of connection, 20 representatives from Salesian museums across different continents gathered for a virtual meeting on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, to reaffirm a shared mission: to be living spaces of culture, education, and spirituality that bring Don Bosco’s legacy to life in the 21st century. The meeting, convened by the Advisory Team … Continue reading “The Museum of Our Dreams”: Salesian Museums Strengthen Global Network at International Virtual Meeting

(ANS – Chennai) – Fr. Ricardo Campoli, representing the Social Communication Sector in Rome, visited the Salesian Province of Chennai on March 2–3, 2026. The visit was a spirited encounter with the “digital pulpit,” where the timeless Salesian charism intersects with modern technology to build a “better home for everyone.” The visit began at the Salesian Institute of Graphic Arts (SIGA), a renowned institution that … Continue reading Don Bosco’s Spirit in the Digital Age: Fr. Ricardo Campoli’s Visit to the Province of Chennai (INM), India

(ANS) – Global crises, social polarization, and growing social insecurity shape the daily lives of many children and young people. Fears about the future, limited prospects, and feelings of powerlessness place particular strain on younger generations. With the guiding theme “hoffnungsstark (strong in hope) – because hope shapes the future,” Don Bosco Germany is intentionally setting a counterpoint in 2026. Beginning on Don Bosco Day, … Continue reading What Gives Today’s Young People Hope? Don Bosco Germany Launches Online Dossier and Video Series “hoffnungsstark”

(ANS – Rome)  – In a significant step toward strengthening the Salesian Family’s communication mission worldwide, Fr. Fidel Orendain, General Councillor for Social Communication, convened another major online gathering with regional delegates on Thursday, on November 6, bringing together communication leaders from three continents to chart a new course for the Sector. The virtual meeting connected Social Communication delegates from the Europe Central and North region … Continue reading Fr. Orendain Charts New Vision for Salesian Communications

(ANS – Sonada) – Salesian College Autonomous, Sonada, opened its doors on August 19 to the Social Communication delegates from twelve Salesian provinces of South Asia for the annual BOSCOM Executive Meet, running through August 21. Themed “Artificial Intelligence in the Salesian Mission,” the three-day gathering sets the stage for reflection, dialogue, and strategic planning on the role of AI in education, communication, and pastoral ministry. … Continue reading BOSCOM Meet at Sonada Explores Artificial Intelligence in Salesian Mission

(ANS – Giffoni Valle Piana) – Tomorrow, Wednesday, July 23, 2025, world champion Paralympic water skier Daniele Cassioli and Michela Vallarino, President of the Salesian NGO Volontariato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo (VIS – International Volunteering for Development), will present the animated short film “Melkam – Beyond the Boundaries of Disability” at the Giffoni Film Festival. The film tells the true story of Melkam, a young Ethiopian woman blind from birth who overcame extreme socio-economic vulnerability, … Continue reading The VIS Brings Melkam’s Story of Redemption and Social Inclusion to the Giffoni Film Festival

(ANS – Vatican) – Rome prepares to host thousands of digital missionaries for a landmark gathering of prayer, formation, and fraternity on July 28–29. For the first time in its history, the Catholic Church will celebrate a Jubilee event within a Holy Year specifically dedicated to digital missionaries and Catholic influencers, formally recognizing the digital environment as a true field of mission. The gathering will take … Continue reading The Church Prepares Its First Jubilee for Catholic Influencers

(ANS – Quito) – On July 11, the first ‘Notikcias Salesianas’ video was published on the Instagram and TikTok accounts of the Salesians in Ecuador. This new format, produced by the Salesian Office of Communication (OSC, in Spanish), was created with the aim of sharing the most important news from the Salesian province of Ecuador in an agile and entertaining way. The project stems from the … Continue reading ‘Notikcias Salesianas’: A Communication Proposal to Inform and Reach Out to Young People

(ANS – Brussels) – Don Bosco Youth-Net (DBYN) and Bosco Base have announced exciting updates to the Animakit app, their innovative tool for animators and youth leaders. Originally launched in the summer of 2024, the app is now available in multiple languages, including English, Dutch, Hungarian, and French. Moreover, translations into German, Italian, and Spanish are underway and will soon be uploaded, making the app accessible … Continue reading Animakit App Expands its Reach with New Language Support

(ANS – Paris) – Don Bosco International Media Academy (DBIMA) has scored 100% result in the BTS Audiovisual Exam 2025, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to excellence in media education. Established to carry forward the legacy of St. John Bosco and his pioneering “study and work” model, DBIMA offers an apprenticeship-driven approach to education that integrates practical training with academic learning in digital media … Continue reading DBIMA Secures 100% Result in BTS Audiovisual Program in France

(ANS – Méndez) – “I have some great news to share with you, something that brings me great joy. We have signed a cooperation agreement between the Apostolic Vicariate of Méndez and ‘Ecclesiared’ to digitize the information contained in the Vicariate’s parish archives,” announced the Apostolic Vicar, Salesian Bishop Néstor Montesdeoca Becerra, in a statement. This is a significant step towards the modernization of the administrative … Continue reading The Vicariate of Méndez Goes Digital with the Parish Management ‘Ecclesiared’ Platform

(ANS – Turin) – The National Assembly of Salesians for Social APS was held from June 6 to 8 at the Salesian Mother House in Valdocco, Turin, three days of discussion among over 100 delegates from all over Italy. The event represented a key moment to renew the network’s strategic vision, approve the Social Report 2024, elect the new Board of Directors, and relaunch the educational … Continue reading National Assembly of Salesians for Social APS: A Living Network for the Future of Young People

(ANS – Rome) – A cycle of formation meetings dedicated to communication, promoted by the Pontifical Salesian University in Rome, will be held from June 30 to July 4, 2025. The seminar is divided into four independent modules, led by professionals in the sector, with the aim of offering concrete and up-to-date tools for planning and strategically managing communication within organisations, other bodies and institutions. In … Continue reading Formation and Refresher Courses in Communication: A Cycle of Intensive Meetings at UPS

(ANS – Verona) – With more than 700 licenses of the “Google Gemini” AI model in use, the Salesians of the “San Marco” Province in Northeast Italy (INE) have become one of the world’s most significant case studies in educational innovation. On Thursday, May 29, 2025, global executives from Google for Education will attend the presentation of the first-year results of the project “Go Beyond Traditional Education,” … Continue reading Beyond Traditional Education: Salesians in Northeast Italy Attract Global Google for Education Managers with Their AI Use

(ANS – Rome) – At the beginning of 2024, the Salesian Congregation’s Social Communication Sector established an International Commission on Artificial Intelligence (ISCAI) with the aim of collaborating in educational reflection and Salesian guidance for the use of Artificial Intelligence, in particular in the area of education and communication. This Commission is made up of Artificial Intelligence experts linked to the fields of computer science, robotics, … Continue reading A Salesian Look at Artificial Intelligence

(ANS – Chennai) – The Department of School Education, Government of Tamil Nadu, has announced the state-wide screening of the recently released documentary film “Beno Zephine” in all schools during December 2024. Directed by Father Ernest Rosario and produced by the Don Bosco Institute of Communication Arts (DBICA), the film chronicles the remarkable journey of Ms. Beno Zephine, India’s first 100% visually challenged Indian Foreign Services … Continue reading “Beno Zephine” Documentary to Inspire Students Across Tamil Nadu Schools

(ANS – Ho Chi Minh) – As the Church prepares to embrace the Holy Year of Hope 2025, the YouTube channel E – Thánh Ca has become a beacon of inspiration, bringing faith and music together to serve the Catholic community, especially young people. At the heart of this initiative is Father Michael Rua Gia Thi, SDB, a Salesian priest passionate about using technology and music … Continue reading E – Thánh Ca: A Journey of Faith and Hope Through Music for the Holy Year 2025

(ANS – New York) – The highly anticipated Grand Finale of the 3rd Edition of the Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival (DBGYFF) unfolded with grandeur and global significance on October 18, 2024, at the Loreto Theatre, Sheen Center in New York City. This vibrant event marked the culmination of a transformative short film festival that brought together young filmmakers, international dignitaries, and audiences from around … Continue reading DBGYFF 2024 Grand Finale: Celebrating Global Talent and Youth Visionaries

(ANS – Cebu) – The Commission on Social Communications hosted the screening of the best films from the Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival Season 3. The festival ran with the theme of “I have a Dream: Youth and Climate Change.” Four films from the Philippine South Province were shortlisted for awards. The highlight of the second day of screening is the documentary of the Badjao Tribe living in Cebu City “Badjao: Kinabuhi … Continue reading An Indigenous Minority and Climate Justice through the Lens of DBGYFF

(ANS – Naigaon) – A robust filmmaking course was initiated at Don Bosco High School and Junior College, Naigaon (East), Palghar District, Maharashtra, India. About 25 students from grades 8 – 12 enrolled in the program. Father Joaquim Fernandes SDB, Vice Principal of Don Bosco High School and Junior College, Naigaon East, conducted the Film Making Course and was assisted by Teacher-Mentor Gail Fernandes. The course was … Continue reading Empowering Young People to Craft Stories on Screen

(ANS – Rome) – The 2024 Communication Conference, entitled “Shaping Tomorrow,” will take place from August 1-7, 2024, at the facilities of the Pontifical Salesian University (UPS) in Rome. It is an initiative of the Communication Sector of the Salesian Congregation and the Faculty of Social Communication Sciences at the UPS. The Communicative and Institutional ContextDigital and artificial intelligence is present in all media, on the … Continue reading World Conference on Social Communication “Shaping Tomorrow”: Meaning and Objectives

(ANS – Heverlee) – “Don Bosco Youth-Net ivzw,” the European network of Salesian youth organizations, in partnership with Bosco Base, the Salesian Youth organization in Flanders (BEN) is launching “Animakit,” their new app for Games and Tools for animators. After more than two years of brainstorming and hard work, Animakit is now available on both the AppStore (iOS) and the PlayStore (Android). Thought as a toolkit for Salesian animators, … Continue reading Don Bosco Youth Net Launches New App for Animators and Educators

(ANS – Rome) Talking about a new era sometimes frightens Church people, while other times it fascinates them. A new phase of history means a change in thinking, acting, planning and evangelizing. Each new era introduces distinct processes and innovative tools linked to the modernization of communication and the transformation of the entire culture. Some communication structures are relaxing, others are crystallizing, even in the Church, … Continue reading “Shaping Tomorrow”: The Church’s Media Communication in a Change of Era

(ANS – Vatican City) – Experts gather in the Vatican to discuss the ethical and anthropological implications of Artificial Intelligence, emphasising the need for regulation and responsible use of data. After Pope Francis’ message was released for World Communications Day last month, a conference entitled “The algorithm at the service of humankind. Communicating in the age of artificial intelligence” took place in the Vatican on Thursday, … Continue reading The Algorithm at the Service of Humankind: Communicating in the Age of AI

(ANS – Rome) – Gen X, Gen Y, Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Gen C are all terms that have now entered our daily lexicon. Trying to understand the differences between these categories, however, can generate confusion. Fr Maciej Makuła, SDB, a member of the Social Communication Sector, has catalogued the various generations and their different ways of approaching the world of communication. He presents an accurate examination of … Continue reading “Shaping Tomorrow”: Gen X, Gen Y, Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Gen C – Differences in Communication

(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 … Continue reading “Shaping Tomorrow”: Salesian Mobile Journalism

The answer in the letter “Sharing Wisdom and Hope in Digital Culture” from the General Councillor for Social Communication, Fr Gildasio Mendes,SDB (ANS – Rome) – In view of the current digital reality, and due to the presence, especially in some regions of the Salesian world, of a large number of elderly Salesians, the General Councillor for Social Communication, Fr Gildasio Mendes, has decided to dedicate a special … Continue reading Do Elderly Salesians Have a Role in the Digital Culture?

(ANS – Rome) – Body language when speaking in public or in front of the camera reveals the speaker’s secrets. However, this statement should not be exaggerated. Yet, body posture can betray emotions, especially stress, fear of judgment by others, lack of concentration, or fear of public speaking. Certain gestures can confuse the listener and create invisible barriers. It is an aspect that cannot be overlooked when … Continue reading Shaping Tomorrow: Avoiding “Inappropriate Gestures”

(ANS – Rome) – Young people from all over the world are once again invited to participate in the “Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival” (DBGYFF), the Salesian international youth film festival. The Social Communication Sector of the Salesian Congregation has, in fact, joyfully announced the third edition of the competition, the final of which is scheduled for 17-18 October 2024 – as usual in a multitude of … Continue reading Third Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival: Young People Worldwide Invited to Tell Their Dreams of Making Mother Earth Cleaner and Greener

(ANS – Rome) – In the second appointment of the journey towards the Communication 2024 Conference “Shaping Tomorrow,” scheduled to take place from 1 to 7 August 2024 at the Pontifical Salesian University (UPS) in Rome, the Congregation’s Sector for Social Communication suggests a proactive and attentive look at how to prepare the future of communication in the Salesian Family already now. Let us read it … Continue reading “Shaping Tomorrow” – The Future of Communication in the Salesian Family

(ANS – Turin) – Today, with the responses to the last five questions, we conclude the presentation of the interview that the General Councillor for Social Communication, Fr Gildasio Mendes, gave to Fr Bruno Ferrero, Editor of the Salesian Bulletin, and published at the end of 2023 in the Note di Pastorale Giovanile (NPG) Magazine. In this final section, Fr Gildasio Mendes further explores the relationship between communication … Continue reading Youth, the Digital World and Youth Ministry: the Third Part of the Interview with Fr. Gildasio Mendes, General Councillor for Social Communication