Rebuilding lives

St. Kizito Salesian Community in Palabek is known both locally and internationally for its life-changing stories of resilience, hope, and service. Beyond the hardships of displacement and poverty, this community has become a symbol of growth and transformation. Here, Salesians dedicate themselves to empowering refugees and the host community through education, vocational training, pastoral care, early childhood development, entrepreneurship, and agriculture. Just as the “blind texts” in the draft represent something hidden yet meaningful, the Salesians in Palabek reveal hidden talents and restore dignity among the youth and families, creating opportunities that reach beyond the settlement and inspire the wider world.