Young people responding to the cry of the earth and the cry of the poor!
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The 30th UN Climate Conference (COP30) will take place from 10-21 November 2025 in Belém, Brazil. It will bring together world leaders, scientists, non-governmental organizations, and civil society to discuss priority actions to tackle climate change. COP30 will focus on the efforts needed to limit the global temperature increase to 1.5°C. Fr Mathew Thomas, Don Bosco representative at the United Nations (New York) and Fr Silvio Torres, representing Don Bosco Green Alliance, will participate in COP30.
The Laudato Si’ Action Platform, supported by the Vatican Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, equips institutions and individuals to journey towards total sustainability in the spirit of Laudato Si'. Don Bosco Green Alliance is an active partner of the Laudato Si’ Action Platform.
Priority Areas
Priority Areas
Happenings & Updates
Happenings & Updates
Italy – Raising Hope: An international celebration for the 10th anniversary of Pope Francis' encyclical Laudato Si’
Italy – Raising Hope: An international celebration for the 10th anniversary of Pope Francis' encyclical Laudato Si’
(ANS – Castel Gandolfo) – From 1 to 3 October, the quiet beauty of Castel Gandolfo (Italy) hosted the Raising Hope Conference. Over 400 participants, religious leaders, scientists, Indigenous voices, youth advocates, and civil society members to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Laudato Si’, Pope Francis’ powerful call to care for our common home. As member of the European Laudato Si’ Alliance (ELSiA), Don Bosco International (DBI) attended the conference, which was more than an event, it was a solidarity and spiritual movement.
Italy – Pope: God will ask us if we have cared for our common home
Italy – Pope: God will ask us if we have cared for our common home
(ANS – Castel Gandolfo) – Pope Leo addresses participants in an international conference on climate justice and reflects on Pope Francis’ landmark ecological encyclical Laudato Si, noting that when the time comes, God will ask us if we cared for our common home.
On Wednesday afternoon, marking the tenth anniversary of Pope Francis’ encyclical, Laudato Si’, Pope Leo XIV addressed participants in the Raising Hope Conference, organised by the Laudato Si’ Movement.
RMG – Fr. Savio Silveira Appointed Coordinator for Integral Ecology in Salesian Youth Ministry
RMG – Fr. Savio Silveira Appointed Coordinator for Integral Ecology in Salesian Youth Ministry
(ANS – Rome) – The Salesian Congregation has taken a bold step toward championing ecological education and sustainability by appointing Fr. Savio Silveira, SDB, as the Coordinator for Integral Ecology in the Salesian Youth Ministry Sector for the term 2025–2031. This move underscores the Congregation’s commitment to realizing the vision of Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si’ and forming young people as stewards of the planet.
After completing a successful six-year tenure as Provincial of the Mumbai Province, Fr. Savio brings a wealth of experience in education, pastoral ministry, and social engagement to his new role. His sensitivity to environmental concerns and his dedication to sustainable development have long been hallmarks of his Salesian vocation.
COPeace: A Season of Creation Youth Event at DBYS Mumbai
COPeace: A Season of Creation Youth Event at DBYS Mumbai
COPeace, organised by the Archdiocesan Office of Environment (AOE), Mumbai in collaboration with the Don Bosco Youth Services (DBYS), Mumbai was held on September 28, 2025, at the Don Bosco Provincial House, Matunga, Mumbai. Sponsored by Penny and Ishwar Bajaj, the event brought together 34 participants in understanding the direct impact climate change has on daily lives, linking this with the issues at stake at COP30, and also engaged them in a creative competition to celebrate the Season of Creation.
Don Bosco Youth at GeoPACHA 2025 in Argentina
Don Bosco Youth at GeoPACHA 2025 in Argentina
On September 15, young people from the Don Bosco Oratory Student Residence in Santiago del Estero, Argentina, took part in the II GeoPACHA Conference, held at the city's Technology Hub. The event brought together more than 24 educational institutions from the province and 60 projects presented by students, who reflected on the importance of caring for the Earth and the commitment of young people to current socio-environmental challenges.
Talita Kumi Students Cultivate Hope in Northern Guatemala
Talita Kumi Students Cultivate Hope in Northern Guatemala
At the educational campus of Talita Kumi, located in San Pedro Carchá, Alta Verapaz in Guatemala, 350 boarding students carry out a practice that goes beyond the classroom: they cultivate vegetables, fruits, and greens for their own consumption.
This process not only ensures a varied and nutritious diet but also strengthens self-sufficiency and nurtures in each student a deep respect for nature. Through agricultural work, the young women acquire practical knowledge that they can replicate in their communities, promoting sustainable habits and healthier lifestyles.
Don Bosco Chinchwad Celebrates Season of Creation
Don Bosco Chinchwad Celebrates Season of Creation
Don Bosco Chinchwad joyfully marked Season of Creation on September 23, 2025, embracing the inspiring theme, "One Earth, One Chance." The celebration commenced with a warm welcome extended to PP. RTN. Ganesh Bora, President of the Rotary Club Pimpri, along with distinguished club members, and respected journalist Mr Camil Parkhe, known for his work with Navhind Times, Sakal Times, and other leading publications. Sr Sujeet, Superior of Mother Theresa Ashram, and the institute's Administrator, Fr Colbert da Silva along with Fr Bosco D'Mello, Fr Jeffrey Fernandes, staff, and students were also present to honor the occasion. The event began with a lively welcome song by the institute’s talented students, setting an enthusiastic tone.
Recycling for a Greener future - E-Waste Collection Drive
Recycling for a Greener future - E-Waste Collection Drive
As part of Jai Hind College’s Dot Com Club (DCC) initiative, Don Bosco High School, Borivali (West), in Mumbai, India, actively participated in the E-Waste Drive on 28th & 29th July, 2025. This collaborative campaign aimed to raise awareness about electronic waste and promote eco-friendly disposal practices among students and parents.
Parents were encouraged to send unused or broken electronic items such as old phones, chargers ,TV sets, ovens, remotes, and laptops with their children on the collection day. The enthusiastic response from families not only ensured responsible recycling of e-waste but also helped instil environmental values in our students.
Blog Articles
Blog Articles
In our fast-paced digital age, the latest smartphone or laptop / desktops often becomes obsolete within a few years—or even months. But what happens to our old devices once we discard them? The answer is troubling: they become part of the world’s growing mountain of electronic waste, or e-waste.
The ‘Thank you dance’
A boat of whale-watchers was on a trip in the coast of California. They noticed a small Humpback whale, trapped. It’s tail and flippers were entangled with fishing nets. Michael Fishbach and his team, who were on the boat thought that the humpback was already dead as it was floating on top of the water.
Month of March always reminds us of influential role the women play in our society. In the following paragraphs, we shall see about few convincing women personalities in environmental protection.
Gauri Devi
“Forest is like our mother’s home, we shall protect it come what may,” voice upraised by Gauri Devi of Chamoli as a weapon.
A Lenten reflection to stay-rooted (Pray), stay-integrated (Penance) and stay-connected (Share)
I picked up the title from the quote by John Muir, “And into the woods I go, to lose my mind and find my soul.” An apt invitation for the lent. Get deep into the forest, slow down, breathe deep, look around, see the hidden, hear the silence, smell and feel the forest. It has a lot to offer for our soul and for our human community.
The Letter
The Letter
A message for our Earth
A message for our Earth
“We see what is happening, and the worst thing is that we are becoming used to it. This ‘becoming used to’ is a terrible illness.” – Pope Francis.
Featuring:
Pope Francis;
Cardinal Cantalamessa, the Preacher to the Papal Household;
Cacique Dadá, Leader of the Novo Lugar community of the Borarí people (Voice of the Indigenous)
Arouna Kandé, a climate refugee hailing from the Kolda region of Senegal (Voice of the Poor)
Ridhima Pandey, a young climate activist from Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India (Voice of the Youth)
Greg Asner and Robin Martin, marine biologists from Hawaii, United States of America (Voice of Wildlife)
Lorna Gold, president of Laudato Si’ Movement.
This documentary focuses on the encyclical letter ‘Laudato Si’ addressed to everyone that the Pope wrote in 2015. Today his message is even more urgent!
This film is presented by YouTube Originals, produced by an Oscar-winning Off The Fence Productions, in partnership with the Laudato Si’ Movement.
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