Don Bosco Comoro Shines at National and International Skills Competition
Don Bosco Training Centre Comoro proudly hosted the 2nd Timor-Leste International Friendly Skills Competition and the 9th National Skills Competition in July 2026. Organised by the Timorese Government’s National Institute for the Development of Labour (INDMO), the event brought together TVET students and trainers from Timor-Leste and across the Pacific region.
Under the theme “Mastering Skills, Building the Future,” the competition welcomed participants from Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, Fiji, Solomon Islands, Samoa, Vanuatu, Tonga, Nauru, and Tuvalu, creating a valuable platform for technical excellence, friendship, and regional cooperation.
The three-day event showcased a range of vocational skills, highlighting the importance of technical and vocational education in preparing young people for employment and national development for the Asia-Pacific region. Hosting such a major event was a rewarding experience for the Don Bosco community, which worked closely with INDMO to ensure its success.
Students from Don Bosco Training Centre Comoro was also among the competition’s top performers, winning Gold Medal in Electricity and Bronze Medal in Welding. These achievements reflect the hard work and dedication of the trainees, instructors, and staff who strive to provide high-quality technical education.
The competition concluded with a grand closing ceremony, where medals and certificates were presented to participants and winners.
Fr. Rui Gomes SDB shared:
“We extend our sincere gratitude to our donors, benefactors, and partners whose continued support enables us to provide quality technical and vocational training to the youth of Timor-Leste. Your generosity helps young people gain the skills, confidence, and opportunities needed to build a brighter future.”
