Johannes Bosco

Johannes Bosco, commonly known as Don Bosco, was an Italian priest, educator, and founder of the Salesian Society, dedicated to the welfare and education of disadvantaged youth. Born on August 16, 1815, in Turin, Italy, he devoted his life to helping poor and at-risk children, establishing schools and orphanages. His innovative educational methods emphasized reason, religion, and loving-kindness, and he is celebrated as a saint in the Catholic Church. His legacy lives on through the global Salesian community that continues his mission today.