Hua Hin, Thailand – April 2024 – The Past Pupils Association of the Vitthayalai School in Hua Hin organised a football competition called "Blue-White Champion's League 2024", in which 16 teams from different high schools participated. Fr John Bosco Dheparat Pitisant, Rector of the school, had the honour of opening the competition on 30 March. The goal of the championship, which ended on 5 April, was to create a space for former students to meet and strengthen unity between them.

Thailand-April 2024 - In Thailand, churches under the care of the Salesians, such as Mary Help of Christians in Phanom, Surat Thani, St Joseph's in Banpong, Ratchaburi, Lourdes Parish, Hatyai, Songkhla, and St Joseph's in Tham Singh, Chumphorn have organised a catechetical camp for young people aged 8 to 15. Normally, this camp is held during Holy Week and lasts 7 to 10 days. This year there were more than 500 participants, including students from Salesian schools and young people from other public institutions. During these days, in particular, the young people were prepared to receive the Sacraments of Baptism, Confession, Communion and Confirmation. In addition to these catechetical activities, the youth participated in Masses, the Rosary and Stations of the Cross. They were also engaged in sports and other group activities, which helped them live together in community and assimilate the Catholic faith. Various groups from the Salesian Family came together to animate the catechetical camp. Representatives of the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians, the Sisters Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary and the Daughters of the Queenship of Mary Immaculate were present, as well as the Pre- and Postnovices from Salesianum Sampran, catechists and leaders.

Hua Hin, Thailand – March 2024 - From 18 to 23 March 2024, the Salesian Commission for Youth Ministry of Thailand organized the annual vocation camp at the Don Bosco Youth Centre, Khao Takiep, Hua Hin, on the theme of the Rector Major's Strenna 2024: "The dream that makes you dream". A heart that transforms "wolves" into "lambs". The "Friendship Camp" was attended by young Catholics from all regions of Thailand, as well as Salesians, Salesian Cooperators, Past Pupils and senior aspirants for a total of 81 people. The opening ceremony was conducted by Fr Nattawut Kitsawat, head of the vocation work of the Salesian Commission for Youth Ministry and deputy director of the camp. During the days there were moments of learning and formation on different topics, such as: "Getting to know Don Bosco"; "Don Bosco's Dream at 9 years of age"; "The Salesians join forces to take care of the world". In addition to other Salesian-inspired activities such as treasure hunts, games, theatrical presentations, sports competitions. In addition to meeting the Salesians so that they could learn more about the Salesian lifestyle, the young participants also had the opportunity to welcome Fr Joan Lluís Playà, Central Delegate of the Rector Major for the Salesian Family Secretariat, and Bro. Dominic Nguyen Nam, SDB, Salesian Brother and World Delegate for Past Pupils and Salesian Cooperators, who came to visit the Salesian Province of Thailand. Fr Playa gave an encouraging message to the young participants. The "Friendship Camp 2024" ended with the celebration of the Eucharist presided over by Fr Boonlert Paneetatthayasai, Superior of the Salesian Province of Thailand (THA).

(ANS – Bangkok) – On 21 March 2024, members of the Salesian Family of Thailand shared a fraternal meeting with Fr. Joan Lluís Playà, Delegate of the Rector Major for the Salesian Family, and Bro. Dominic Nguyen Nam, SDB, Salesian Brother and the Rector Major's Delegate for the Past Pupils and Salesian Cooperators.

Hat Yai, Thailand – March 2024 - Thanks to the Superior of the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians (FMA) community running the Thidanukhro girls' school in Hat Yai in southern Thailand, a special day of reflection for Burmese immigrant workers in the country was held on Saturday, 23 March. The Principal of the Salesian boys' school in Saeng Thong, Bro Thanad Anan, offered the school chapel as a meeting point. Fr Will Matthews, former Superior of the Australia-Pacific Province (AUL), who grew up in Burma, led the day of reflection with catechism, moments of exchange reconciliation and the Eucharist. It was a pleasant day for all the participants, thanks also to the spiritual support of the sisters and their genuine maternal care. The event was the result of the joint effort of the FMA and the Salesians of Don Bosco in Thailand in support of Burmese migrant workers entrusted to their care. There are many young Burmese workers in Thailand who do their best to achieve a better life and to support their families at home; and those who work with young Burmese migrants can only continue to ask for prayers and support for peace and democracy in their homeland.

Pakkred, Thailand – March 2024 - The Pakkred Skills Development Centre for the Blind, Nonthaburi, run by Salesians since 1978, held a degree-giving ceremony for 154 students. The ceremony, which took place on 13 March, was attended by Mrs. Saowanee Suwannacheep, president of the Foundation for the Blind of Thailand, who delivered the certificates to the students who completed the various courses offered by the Centre. Currently Fr Charles Velardo and Salesian Brother Joseph Suwan Jutasonpakorn are supervising this Centre together with 25 lay employees. The Centre offers a comprehensive curriculum that goes beyond teaching a trade. In addition to acquiring an education and learning valuable work skills, students participate in sports activities that promote physical development and self-confidence. Most graduates manage to find work immediately and continue to hone their skills for many years. The Salesian contribution to the visually impaired in Thailand is a very real and important response to disadvantaged young people in society.