Salesian Missions Funds Renovation of Prenovitiate in Ivory Coast
(ANS – Korhogo, Ivory Coast) – Salesian prenovices in Korhogo, Ivory Coast, have a new residential accommodation thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions of New Rochelle. With the funding, an addition was constructed and renovations were made which benefit the 25 young men who live and are educated there.
The variety of facilities was designed and constructed to
support residential, educational, and communal needs. They include 2 dormitories,
one lecture room, a chapel for spiritual activities, a dining hall, and 3 rooms
allocated for formators, along with an administrative office. These spaces form
a comprehensive complex aimed at fostering a supportive environment for
residents and prenovices.
Stephen Akyene, a prenovice, said, “The house now is perfect
for young prenovices. The various pastoral activities that we take part in
there are helping to form us into good Salesians. The house and space we now
share will aid us in our growth both spiritually and academically.”
According to the World Bank, 46% of people in the Ivory
Coast live in conditions of poverty — with 12% of the population living in
severe poverty on less than $1.25 a day. Ivory Coast has one of the highest
HIV/AIDS prevalence rates in West Africa. While a wide range of national and
international initiatives focus on HIV/AIDS awareness, prevention, and testing,
the collapse of public health facilities in the north as a result of years of
conflict has made the situation worse.
Salesians continue their work providing shelter,
education, and social development services to youths and their families. They
also work with the victims of war to heal the country’s deep wounds. They
listen, help victims seek compensation, and work for social reconciliation
between opposing groups. Known for their work with child soldiers around the
globe, Salesians are also providing training for youths, some of whom had been
aggressors during the war.
Source: Mission
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