Browse below for a brief introduction to each member:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Fr. Alphonse Owoudou Appointed as the New Regional of Central & Northern Africa<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/salesianbulletin.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1401a64f1ef5dbe5d4b58c50a19351c4_xl.jpg?resize=720%2C720&ssl=1\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nFr. Alphonse Owoudou, from Cameroon, was elected as the first Regional Councillor for the newly created Central & Northern Africa Region. This marks a historic milestone as Fr. Owoudou transitions from his previous role as the Regional Councillor for the Africa-Madagascar Region to lead this new region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read More<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nFr. Innocent Bizimana Elected as the New Regional of East & South Africa<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/salesianbulletin.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/dae36e9ff7626834670014a4bb880ea8_xl.jpg?resize=720%2C720&ssl=1\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nFr. Innocent Bizimana was elected as the first Regional Councillor of the newly created East & South Africa Region. His election marks a significant step in the development of the Salesian mission in this vital and diverse part of the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read More<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nFr. Roman Jachimowicz Re-Elected as Regional Councillor for Central & Northern Europe<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/salesianbulletin.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/9d6715c9a1bd42f4cae4f3d9eade8a5c_xl.jpg?resize=720%2C720&ssl=1\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThe 29th General Chapter of the Salesian Congregation has re-elected Fr. Roman Jachimowicz as the Regional Councillor for Central & Northern Europe, reaffirming his leadership and dedication to the Salesian mission in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read More<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nFr. Juan Carlos P\u00e9rez Godoy Re-Elected as Regional Councillor for the Mediterranean Region<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/salesianbulletin.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/241fc1c73f59391a2f21c877eba03f03_xl.jpg?resize=720%2C720&ssl=1\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThe 29th General Chapter of the Salesian Congregation has re-elected Fr. Juan Carlos P\u00e9rez Godoy as the Regional Councillor for the Mediterranean Region, reaffirming his leadership and dedication to the Salesian mission in this area. With extensive experience in youth ministry, education, and leadership, Fr. P\u00e9rez Godoy will continue to guide and strengthen Salesian efforts across the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read More<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nFr. Michael Biju Re-Elected as Regional Councillor for South Asia<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/salesianbulletin.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/f738e7b91281aee7558fba10e0a9d741_xl.jpg?resize=720%2C720&ssl=1\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThe 29th General Chapter of the Salesian Congregation has re-elected Fr. Michael Biju as the Regional Councillor for South Asia, extending his leadership for another term. Having already served in this role for six years, Fr. Biju will continue to animate and guide the Salesian mission across the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read More<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nFr. William Matthews Elected as Regional Councillor for East Asia-Oceania<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/salesianbulletin.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/9122b5ade1be435589f9584602ab271c_xl.jpg?resize=720%2C720&ssl=1\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThe 29th General Chapter of the Salesian Congregation has elected Fr. William Matthews as the Regional Councillor for East Asia-Oceania, entrusting him with this significant responsibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read More<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nFr. Hugo Orozco S\u00e1nchez Re-Elected as Regional Councillor for Interamerica<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/salesianbulletin.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/812402301b4e91cfc889acf0fda659aa_xl.jpg?resize=720%2C720&ssl=1\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThe 29th General Chapter of the Salesian Congregation has re-elected Fr. Hugo Orozco S\u00e1nchez as the Regional Councillor for the Interamerica Region, extending his leadership and dedication to the Salesian mission. His profound commitment to pastoral work, youth ministry, and formation has established him as a guiding force in the region, ensuring that the mission of Don Bosco continues to thrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read More<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nFr. H\u00e9ctor Gabriel Romero Re-Elected as Regional Councillor for America South Cone<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/salesianbulletin.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/a6f4e5cf51689d012e092906217450a5_xl.jpg?resize=720%2C720&ssl=1\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThe 29th General Chapter of the Salesian Congregation has re-elected Fr. H\u00e9ctor Gabriel Romero as the Regional Councillor for the America South Cone, entrusting him with this responsibility for a second consecutive term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read More<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nFr. Alphonse Owoudou, from Cameroon, was elected as the first Regional Councillor for the newly created Central & Northern Africa Region. This marks a historic milestone as Fr. Owoudou transitions from his previous role as the Regional Councillor for the Africa-Madagascar Region to lead this new region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read More<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Fr. Innocent Bizimana was elected as the first Regional Councillor of the newly created East & South Africa Region. His election marks a significant step in the development of the Salesian mission in this vital and diverse part of the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read More<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The 29th General Chapter of the Salesian Congregation has re-elected Fr. Roman Jachimowicz as the Regional Councillor for Central & Northern Europe, reaffirming his leadership and dedication to the Salesian mission in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read More<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The 29th General Chapter of the Salesian Congregation has re-elected Fr. Juan Carlos P\u00e9rez Godoy as the Regional Councillor for the Mediterranean Region, reaffirming his leadership and dedication to the Salesian mission in this area. With extensive experience in youth ministry, education, and leadership, Fr. P\u00e9rez Godoy will continue to guide and strengthen Salesian efforts across the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read More<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The 29th General Chapter of the Salesian Congregation has re-elected Fr. Michael Biju as the Regional Councillor for South Asia, extending his leadership for another term. Having already served in this role for six years, Fr. Biju will continue to animate and guide the Salesian mission across the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read More<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The 29th General Chapter of the Salesian Congregation has elected Fr. William Matthews as the Regional Councillor for East Asia-Oceania, entrusting him with this significant responsibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read More<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The 29th General Chapter of the Salesian Congregation has re-elected Fr. Hugo Orozco S\u00e1nchez as the Regional Councillor for the Interamerica Region, extending his leadership and dedication to the Salesian mission. His profound commitment to pastoral work, youth ministry, and formation has established him as a guiding force in the region, ensuring that the mission of Don Bosco continues to thrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read More<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The 29th General Chapter of the Salesian Congregation has re-elected Fr. H\u00e9ctor Gabriel Romero as the Regional Councillor for the America South Cone, entrusting him with this responsibility for a second consecutive term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read More<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" On Saturday, March 29, 2025, the 29th General Chapter of the Salesian Congregation elected the following members to the Regional Council: Browse below for a brief introduction to each member: Fr. Alphonse Owoudou Appointed as the New Regional of Central & Northern Africa Fr. Alphonse Owoudou, from Cameroon, was elected as the first Regional Councillor for the newly created Central & Northern Africa Region. 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\n\n\n\nFr. Innocent Bizimana Elected as the New Regional of East & South Africa<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nFr. Roman Jachimowicz Re-Elected as Regional Councillor for Central & Northern Europe<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nFr. Juan Carlos P\u00e9rez Godoy Re-Elected as Regional Councillor for the Mediterranean Region<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nFr. Michael Biju Re-Elected as Regional Councillor for South Asia<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nFr. William Matthews Elected as Regional Councillor for East Asia-Oceania<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nFr. Hugo Orozco S\u00e1nchez Re-Elected as Regional Councillor for Interamerica<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nFr. H\u00e9ctor Gabriel Romero Re-Elected as Regional Councillor for America South Cone<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n
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