National Youth Day

The Catholic Church in Bangladesh celebrated its 40th National Youth Day at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Bonpara, in north-western Bangladesh, from February 1 to 5, 2026, calling young people to renew their commitment as witnesses of Christ in today’s world.

The Manipur Catholic Youth Organisation (MCYO) marked National Youth Sunday with a vibrant day of Eucharistic celebration, animation sessions, and spirited sports competitions on Aug 10.

St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Bolarum, marked a joyful celebration of National Youth Sunday in the Southern Indian state of Telangana on Aug 10.

A Catholic bishop in the Philippines is hopeful that the recently concluded National Youth Day (NYD) has brought spiritual renewal and transformation to the thousands of young delegates who took part.

The Archdiocese of Cagayan de Oro, Philippines, will host the next National Youth Day (NYD) in 2028.

The Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) Episcopal Commission on Youth has encouraged dioceses across the country to send representatives to the National Youth Day (NYD), which is scheduled for June 10 to 14, 2025.

More than 530 youths from the eight dioceses of Bangladesh participated in the National Youth Day pilgrimage with the theme “Mary arose and went with Haste” (Luke 1:39).

After a year break due to Covid-19, the Catholic Church in Bangladesh celebrated the 37th National Youth Day (NYD), March 24-27.