The Indian Catholic Youth Movement (ICYM) Karnataka Region organized the DELTA (Diocesan Executive Leader Training Advancement) program at ‘Anugraha,’ the Udupi Diocesan Pastoral Centre in Kakkunje, Udupi, on August 17 and 18, 2024.
Hosted by ICYM Udupi Diocese, the two-day event brought together Diocesan Executive Committee (DEXCO) members from five dioceses—Udupi, Mangalore, Puttur, Belthangady, and Karwar—with the aim of enhancing leadership skills and fostering collaboration among youth leaders.
Most Rev. Dr. Gerald Isaac Lobo, Bishop of Udupi Diocese, urged the youth to actively engage in politics and entrepreneurship, emphasizing the need for dynamic leadership in these sectors.
Rev. Fr Sudeep Paul, Regional Secretary of Social Communication, focused on the "Role & Impact of Media on Youth," underscoring the significant influence of media on society and encouraging responsible usage among young leaders.
The program also featured various group activities aimed at developing essential leadership skills such as teamwork, planning, and execution, along with debates on contemporary issues like AI vs. NI, spirituality, and inter-caste marriages. The event concluded with a visit to the Ozanam Old Age Home in Santhekatte.