Our 2025 starts with shopping, strictly at Giardini Sambuy!

On Sunday, February 9, from 10 AM to 7 PM, 40 producers will join us to tell the story of February through conscious and seasonal products.

Not just a market! The educational workshops by Beesù and the Pizzica Salentina dance lessons by Paranza del Geco will return, along with the Arthecity station, animated by our beloved street artists.

Program:

12:00 PM: Pizzica dance lesson from Lower Salento, hosted by the Paranza del Geco Association, suitable for both beginners and experienced dancers. Followed by an aperitif. The lesson is free, but reservations are appreciated: paranzadelgeco@gmail.com

3:00 PM: Educational workshop “Dolci Baci” hosted by Beesù, dedicated to biodiversity and ecology. For info & reservations: 335 268273 – corsi@beesu.it

4:00 PM: Presentation of the project “Sussurri: sounds and stories up close.” Street art among the paths of Giardino Sambuy. In collaboration with Arthecity.

The I3P Startup Academy is returning for its third edition—a free training program for aspiring innovative entrepreneurs organized by the Politecnico di Torino Incubator (I3P). The event will feature five sessions scheduled from March to May 2025.

How does one transform an idea into a successful business? What steps should be followed to launch an innovative startup? How do you build a team to take on the challenge of a tech-based business project? These are just a few of the fundamental questions that newcomers to the world of innovative startups ask themselves. Experts from I3P will answer these questions during the Academy sessions, designed to provide a starting point and essential knowledge for building an innovative business project.

Like in previous editions held in 2023 and 2024, the 2025 I3P Startup Academy is funded and organized as part of the NODES (Northwest Digital and Sustainable) ecosystem and its Spoke 1, dedicated to Aerospace and Sustainable Mobility, where I3P is a key partner.

Online applications are already open and will close on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. The selection process includes an initial pre-screening to ensure eligibility, followed by an evaluation phase before final selection. The program has a total of 35 available spots.

Starting the Business Journey

The initiative aims to support aspiring entrepreneurs in their early stages, helping them shape an innovative idea, meet individuals with complementary skills to form a team, and begin the customer discovery process, focusing on project validation techniques and market analysis.

The Academy will feature 5 in-person lessons following an interactive format, with theoretical insights, business games, and discussions with founders of scale-ups and prominent venture capitalists who will share practical experiences of building successful startups. Participants will also meet expert mentors and active startups, particularly in the aerospace and sustainable mobility sectors, supported by NODES Spoke 1.

Target Audience

The 2025 I3P Startup Academy is aimed at individuals under 35 residing in the Piedmont region who hold at least a bachelor’s degree. Both pre-formed teams with a preliminary idea for a future innovative company and individuals without a specific project but eager to join existing groups or form new ones are welcome.

One of the Academy’s key goals is to bring together people with diverse skills, integrating existing teams or forming new ones. Participants must be willing to engage actively in discussions and share ideas and skills with peers, tutors, and mentors.

Additionally, the initiative emphasizes equal opportunities, with particular support for female entrepreneurship and teams led by women founders, promoting diversity in the innovation landscape still predominantly male. Aspiring female entrepreneurs are encouraged to apply—the incubator I3P looks forward to helping their innovative ideas thrive!

Program Schedule

The lessons will take place on Saturday mornings from 09:00 to 13:00 on the following dates: March 8, March 15, March 29, April 12, and May 10, 2025. Sessions will be held exclusively in person at locations such as I3P‘s headquarters and the spaces of two partner organizations: Talent Garden Fondazione Agnelli, part of the European Talent Garden network, and OGR Tech, the innovation and technology hub of OGR Torino.

Applicants must commit to attending the entire program with consistency and dedication, working towards building a business project to present at the final session. Between lessons, participants will be expected to carry out activities to test and validate their business ideas. This requires investing time in applying the knowledge and insights gained during the course sessions.

To join the 2025 I3P Startup Academy, interested individuals must complete the online application form by Wednesday, February 19, 2025, though early submission is recommended to complete the evaluation step shortly after. Accepted applications will be confirmed between late February and early March, in time for the first session on Saturday, March 8.

For further details about the initiative and the program, you can contact the dedicated email: academy@i3p.it.

On Wednesday, February 12, 2025, starting at 2:00 PM, the final event of the Empower project, titled “Building Opportunities: The Results of the Empower Project in the Economic and Financial Integration of Third-Country Nationals”, will take place in Rome. This event represents an important moment of dialogue and sharing of best practices developed during the project.

The meeting will be held at Spazio Europa – managed by the European Parliament Liaison Office in Italy and the Representation of the European Commission in Italy – located at Via IV Novembre 149, Rome, from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM. Remote participation will also be possible through a link provided by CeSPI.

The Empower project

The Empower project, active for nearly three years in the municipalities of Turin and Settimo Torinese, was carried out by a public-private partnership composed of Associazione Microlab ODV, Permicro, CeSPI ETS, Inventure, A Pieno Titolo, the University of Milano-Bicocca, and the Municipality of Settimo Torinese. Supported by the Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB) and funded by the European Union, Empower promoted the economic and financial inclusion of third-country nationals by improving access to financial services, job orientation, and the recognition of foreign academic qualifications.

Key activities of the project included training and entrepreneurial mentoring programs, territorial workshops on financial inclusion for sector operators, and a study on social impact (SROI) conducted by the University of Milano-Bicocca. This event will provide an opportunity to discuss replicable strategies for other regions and share data from the research.

Event program

Following participant registration at 2:00 PM, the event will begin with institutional greetings and a presentation of the Empower project. This will be followed by discussions on the results achieved and lessons learned, with a focus on the importance of recognizing academic qualifications, job orientation, and access to credit for self-employment. The social impact study of the project will also be presented.

To conclude, a roundtable discussion moderated by Daniele Frigeri, Director of CeSPI, will offer a platform for direct dialogue between institutional representatives and stakeholders. The event will close at 4:30 PM with final remarks.

Participation details

Participation in the event is free, but registration is required:

• To attend in person, register on Eventbrite at this link: Register here to attend in person
• To attend remotely, register at this link: Register here to attend online

Why attend

This final event is a key opportunity to understand the results of the Empower project and its impact on the economic and financial integration of migrants. It also provides a unique occasion to delve into the role of institutions and third-sector organizations in adopting replicable best practices at both local and national levels.

In the Context of the EMPOWER! Project, the Territorial Workshop on Migrants’ Financial Inclusion in Turin will Meet for the Fifth and Final Time on February 18, 2025, at the Museo del Risparmio, Via S. Francesco d’Assisi, 8A. This meeting represents a unique opportunity for all interested stakeholders to discuss and reflect on economic and financial inclusion strategies for migrants in the Piedmont region.

The territorial workshop: a space for dialogue

Launched in Turin as part of the research conducted by the National Observatory on Migrants’ Financial Inclusion, managed by CeSPI, the Territorial Workshop was designed to promote dialogue among various local actors. Through collaboration between public and private entities, third-sector organizations, and civil society, the Workshop has facilitated the sharing of initiatives and local policies aimed at financial inclusion.

This final meeting is part of the EMPOWER! pilot project, supported by the European Union, and aims to ensure the continuity of the Workshop’s activities until 2027, thanks to the planned actions of the National Observatory.

Objectives of the meeting

During the event, key topics will be addressed to understand the impact of the EMPOWER! project and plan future actions. The meeting will focus on:

• Updates from Participants: Gathering input from local stakeholders on financial inclusion topics.
• Social Impact Analysis: Presenting and discussing the results of the EMPOWER! project, including the SROI (Social Return on Investment) analysis, an innovative method to measure the extra-financial value of interventions.
• Future Prospects: Defining upcoming activities and meetings for the Workshop in Turin in 2025 to ensure continuity and sustainability of the actions undertaken.

The importance of the Museo del Risparmio

To emphasize the value of networking and collaboration, the Museo del Risparmio will host the meeting, the first museum in the world entirely dedicated to financial education in an interactive and innovative way. After the workshop, participants will have the opportunity to explore the Museum’s installations and deepen their understanding of financial education.

Registration and contacts

The event is free and open to all interested parties, but registration is required through the following link:

Register here

For any questions or clarifications, please contact:

• Anna Ferro: anna.ferro@cespi.it
• Daniele Frigeri: daniele.frigeri@cespi.it

A light refreshment will follow the meeting. Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to strengthening financial inclusion and building new synergies for the future!

SAN SALVARIO HAS A GREEN HEART returns this year to transform the central avenue of the neighborhood into a lush garden. Under the century-old trees of Corso Marconi, this event is dedicated to greenery, art, and culture, featuring associations, nurseries, florists, artisans, and sustainable, zero-kilometer agricultural producers. This horticultural-floral event was created to engage the community in active participation in public spaces.

On May 24th and 25th, Giardino Forbito will celebrate the fighting spirit of women who defend civil society—women who have been committed for years to the revitalization of the San Salvario neighborhood and the promotion of sound environmental and social policies. They are also champions of pedestrianization in many areas of the neighborhood, starting with the final stretch of Corso Marconi between Via Madama Cristina and Corso Massimo D’Azeglio. Corso Marconi will thus come alive with a curated selection from San Salvario Has a Green Heart, including floriculture, agriculture, and artisan products, as well as stands from cultural associations involved in various aspects of culture, art, nature, and humanity.

Two full days dedicated to sharing good practices through talks and testimonies, meetings and botanical lessons, workshops, tours, guided visits to explore the neighborhood, as well as literary and musical moments.

An event by Unione Industriali Torino to explain to businesses how to best leverage investments, improvement interventions, and training programs focused on sustainability, while sharing their commitment to these issues and avoiding the risk of greenwashing.

A discussion among experts, journalists, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals to explore the skills, language, expertise, and tools that companies can use to make their communication more effective.

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 – 8:30 AM (registration opens)
Centro Congressi Unione Industriali Torino – Via V. Vela 17

Introduction:

Vittorio Oreggia, Head of GEA – Green Economy Agency, interviews Marco Lavazza, Vice President of Unione Industriali Torino with ESG delegation.

Roundtable Discussion:

• Alessandra Girardi (Vice President, Strategy & Development, Vanni Srl SB)
• Michele Mariani (Executive Creative Director, Gruppo Armando Testa)
• Fiorenzo Tagliabue (CEO, Sec Newgate Group)
• Carla Maria Tiburtini (Senior HR Business Partner & DEI Leader, Avio Aero)
• Fabio Torretta (General Manager, Compagnia dei Caraibi)

Participation in the event is free with prior registration by filling out the form available HERE.

Art and culture have always been fundamental pillars of a community’s growth, but how can we transform them into tools for tangible social impact?

This is the challenge embraced by Keart, a service launched in 2022 thanks to the vision of Benedetta Bodo di Albaretto and Paolo Gili, Conservator and Restorer of cultural heritage Keart.

In this new episode of Bench-Mark, we delve into how this initiative — part of the Torino Social Impact ecosystem — is forging innovative pathways to connect business and culture. Together, they are creating a virtuous cycle where everyone, from citizens to companies, can become active agents of change.

Interview by Francesco Antonioli.

Watch previous episodes here.

What is hydrogen? What are the main applications and future scenarios?

If you are looking for answers to these questions, we look forward to seeing you on the 5th of February at 15:00 – 17:30 at the online workshop “Hydrogen Technologies: foundations, myths and future perspectives”.

Organised by Environment Park and the European project HYPOP – Hydrogen Public Opinion and Acceptance, the workshop is a time for discussion to discover hydrogen as an energy resource, its possible applications and future development scenarios in our society. During the meeting, we will guide you through the understanding of hydrogen, assess criticalities and doubts regarding its technologies. We will collect your ideas and make the workshop a moment of co-creation to build local communities of citizens and aware territorial realities. Hydrogen, although still little known to the general public, represents an important opportunity for a sustainable energy transition with different applications, from mobility to residential, at regional and national level.

The workshop is therefore open to all local community of citizens, associations, companies, public administrations and communicators, interested in expanding their knowledge on the topic of hydrogen.   Experts in the field will also take part in the workshop, Prof. Marcello Baricco – Chemist and hydrogen expert – and Prof. Alessandro Sciullo – Sociologist of the environment and territory – both from the University of Turin.

The following themes and activities will be addressed during the event:

• The HYPOP Project and hydrogen technologies: what is hydrogen, its characteristics and applications
• Activity 1: Debunking the myths vs facts – explore data on public perception of hydrogen in Italy
• Activity 2: Future prospects for hydrogen technology

The workshop is completely free, subject to registration at the following link: TICKETS
The workshop will be held in Italian.

HYPOP project

HYPOP – Hydrogen Public Opinion and Acceptance, is a project funded by the Clean Hydrogen Partnership JU within the Horizon Europe programme. The main objective of HYPOP is to raise public awareness and awareness of hydrogen technologies and their systemic benefits.

For further information and contact: marianna.franchino@envipark.com

Thanks to the resources provided by the Third Sector Code, €2,500,000 has been allocated to promote the ethical, conscious, and inclusive use of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The initiative is aimed at voluntary organizations (Odv), social promotion associations (Aps), and Third Sector foundations, registered in the National Single Registry of the Third Sector (Runts), which can participate individually or in partnerships, including through associative networks.

The Ministry of Labor and Social Policies website features Notice 3/2024 for the financing of nationally significant projects. The goal is to encourage the application of AI in strategic sectors for social well-being, with particular attention to:

• Health and well-being: promoting the ethical and safe use of new technologies;
• Quality education: developing educational initiatives for young people and families on the conscious use of AI;
• Gender equality: fostering AI skills among young women;
• Economic growth: providing knowledge about AI to support youth employment.

Eligible projects must have a duration between 12 and 18 months and involve at least 10 Italian regions. The ministerial contribution ranges from €250,000 to €600,000 per project, covering up to 80% of the total cost for Odv and Aps, and up to 50% for foundations. The required co-financing is at least 20% for Odv and Aps and 50% for foundations.

Applications can be submitted through the Ministry of Labor and Social Policies’ online platform starting at 12:00 PM on January 29, 2025, until 4:00 PM on March 4, 2025.

Projects will be evaluated based on criteria such as the proponent’s experience, project characteristics, innovation, and the extent of co-financing. The final ranking will be published on the Ministry’s website, and the selected initiatives will be subject to semi-annual and final monitoring, with mandatory reporting of expenses incurred.

For further details and to access the necessary forms, you can visit the official Ministry of Labor and Social Policies website or send inquiries via certified email (PEC).

Hackability’s project to improve the accessibility of the mountains and their communities

Professionals, citizens, and people with specific needs will have the opportunity to co-design innovative solutions to make the Val Pellice mountains more inclusive for everyone.

Hackability is launching IDEM – Inclusive Design Empowerment Mountain, a project aimed at making mountain communities more accessible and inclusive for all. This initiative, developed in collaboration with the University of Turin and supported by GAL Escartons e Valli Valdesi within the NODES project (Digital and Sustainable Northwest), invites residents and professionals to actively contribute to creating practical and innovative solutions to improve accessibility in everyday mountain life.

Objectives

Through co-design, IDEM aims to make spaces, urban furnishings, and services more accessible in the towns of Torre Pellice and Luserna San Giovanni, located in the heart of the Waldensian Valleys.

The project is open to anyone who wishes to contribute with creative ideas or professional expertise. This includes designers, makers, artisans, accessibility experts, as well as people with various disabilities, the elderly, and caregivers.

Hackability, with over a decade of experience in innovation for autonomy and inclusion, will guide the project using its Hackability Thinking method. This approach promotes the creation of accessible and scalable solutions while fostering social and cultural inclusion. IDEM offers an important opportunity to make a difference in your community through innovative ideas that can enhance the accessibility of an entire region.

An Opportunity for Everyone

Participation is open to working groups of up to three people, with the chance to make a significant impact by presenting proposals aimed at improving the accessibility of the area.

The project is divided into several phases, including site visits to the selected locations, co-design workshops, prototype development, and a final presentation. Each team will have a budget of €2,000, to be equally allocated between products/specialist consultations and prototyping services at Hackability’s InclusiveLab.

Calls

To bring IDEM to life, two calls have been launched:

• Call for Skills: For professionals and creatives willing to contribute their expertise in design and accessibility.
• Call for Proposals: For residents and individuals who wish to propose creative solutions to make mountain spaces more inclusive.
  Find all the details here: http://www.hackability.it/

Timeline

• December 10, 2024: Call opens
• February 16, 2025: Call closes
• March 15–16, 2025: Site visits to Torre Pellice and Luserna San Giovanni
• April 5, 2025: Start of co-design phase
• May 24, 2025: Presentation of ideas and prototypes

About Hackability

Hackability is Italy’s leading nonprofit organization in developing innovative solutions for autonomy and inclusion. Hackability promotes co-design and collaboration among professionals, users, and communities to create accessible and low-cost solutions. With its expertise, Hackability has created over 400 accessibility solutions and annually distributes around 1,000 devices to people with disabilities, the elderly, and caregivers.

Recognized for its social impact, Hackability’s inclusive approach has been adopted by companies and institutions in Italy and abroad. The organization received an honorable mention at the XXVI Compasso d’Oro ADI Award in 2020.

“L’amico che non conosco” is a project that combines music, storytelling, and emotions to bring awareness about organ donation and sustainability into companies. Created by singer-songwriter Alessandro Casalis in collaboration with AIDO Piemonte and Limo Comunicazione, the format stands out for its inclusive approach, capable of connecting people and promoting values of empathy and collaboration within corporate teams.

Through unique storytelling made up of songs and short monologues, the project offers companies a concrete opportunity to engage employees, strengthen their values, and raise awareness on socially significant issues like the gift of life.

A Project About Life

“L’amico che non conosco” is not just an event but a personal and authentic experience, as described by Alessandro Casalis, the creator of the project:

“L’amico che non conosco is a storytelling journey of songs and short monologues where I share a part of my life connected to a liver transplant due to an autoimmune disease. I tell this story through songs and music. We’ve done this all over, and every time we’ve been touched in a different way.”

An Opportunity for Companies

• Creating Authentic Engagement: Music and personal stories become powerful tools to engage employees and stakeholders, creating deep and lasting connections.
• Promoting Sustainability Values: Events like “L’amico che non conosco” position companies as responsible players capable of embracing and promoting relevant social themes.
• Strengthening Human Capital: Raising awareness about the importance of giving and sustainability helps improve the workplace climate, encouraging dialogue and collaboration among teams.

Limo Comunicazione’s Strategic Partnership

“The partnership with AIDO Piemonte is strategic for us because it aligns with our activities as a benefit corporation,” explains Loris Fionda, CEO of Limo Comunicazione.
“We want to bring the theme of organ donation into companies to create inclusion and engagement within organizations and have an increasingly broad social impact.”

AIDO Piemonte’s Contribution

AIDO Piemonte also emphasizes the importance of the project and its transformative potential:

“L’amico che non conosco aims to bring our values and goals—which we share with Casalis and Limo—into companies so that more people can understand and make a conscious decision about organ, tissue, and cell donation.”

Why Participate?

“L’amico che non conosco” is a unique experience that combines emotions, music, and values, offering companies a real opportunity to create a positive impact both within their teams and in the communities where they operate. It’s a project that transforms change into opportunity, raising awareness and inspiring action.

Discover how to bring “L’amico che non conosco” to your company:
Contact Limo Comunicazione to organize a tailor-made event and contribute to making a difference through music, inclusion, and sustainability.

Press Contact:
Loris Fionda
CEO – Limo Comunicazione Benefit Corporation

+39 3931414409
loris@lab.limo
www.lab.limo

Registrations are now open for the 2025 edition of Just The Woman I Am, the event that, since 2014, has combined a 5-kilometer run/walk to raise funds for university cancer research, promote prevention, healthy lifestyles, inclusion, and gender equality.

Would you like to join with WALCE and contribute to the fundraising effort?

The participation fee is a donation starting from €20.00, available until February 21, 2025.

Program:

• March 7 – 11:50 AM: Talk on “Awareness and education about tobacco and electronic device addiction.”
• March 8-9: WALCE booth in Piazza San Carlo.
• March 9 – 4:00 PM: 5-kilometer run/walk.

For information and registration:
WALCE Secretariat
Tel: +39 011 9026980
Email: info@womenagainstlungcancer.eu
More info here

REFUGEE RESTART, the online incubator for refugee and migrant entrepreneurs, part of the Conecta Migrants & Refugees Italia network, has extended the deadline for applications to its fully online, free entrepreneurial training programme.

There is now time until 23 January 2025 to apply and seize this outstanding opportunity.

A Comprehensive Journey for Entrepreneurs and Mentors

This five-month programme provides:

• Practical training to develop key skills for launching and scaling a business;
• Tailored mentoring from industry experts, offering personalised entrepreneurial guidance;
• Access to an international network to showcase innovative ideas and connect with potential partners.

Who Can Participate

• Entrepreneurs from first, second, or third-generation migrant backgrounds based in Lombardy, Lazio, or Campania, interested in launching a new venture or scaling an existing startup.
• Experienced mentors from diverse sectors, ready to offer flexible voluntary support (1-2 hours per week) and contribute to building a more inclusive society.

Why You Should Apply

• Personalised mentoring that could be the key to your business success;
• Network-building opportunities and access to international resources;
• Be part of a movement that champions innovation and social inclusion.

How to Apply

• For Entrepreneurs: Learn more and apply now.
• For Mentors: Learn more and register today.

Places are filling fast!

The final deadline for applications is 23 January 2025.

Sign up now or contact info@refugeerestart.com to join a free online Info Session.

Don’t miss your chance to grow your entrepreneurial potential or contribute your expertise as a mentor.

Partnership Opportunities

REFUGEE RESTART is seeking local partners to promote the programme and assist in participant selection. Interested organisations are invited to contact info@refugeerestart.com to explore partnership opportunities and help shape a more inclusive future.

On Tuesday 21 January at 5.30 p.m. inside Dorado (Lungo Dora Firenze 37) Stratosferica and RPLT RP legalitax look forward to the presentation of the book ESG e sostenibilità d’impresa – novità normative, strumenti e modelli societari (ESG and corporate sustainability – new regulations, tools and models), edited by Giuseppe Taffari and Emiliano Giovine.

Together with the authors, we will discuss the challenges posed by sustainability today, delving into some of the most important aspects, with particular reference to the strategic role of companies, the Third Sector, and institutions.

The meeting will also be attended by various realities of the territory to discuss together social impact, innovation and territorial development policies.

Please confirm at info@rplt.it

Don’t miss it!

Since 2023, the Cultures and Mission (CAM) in Turin has been a meeting point for diverse cultures.

Fabio Malesa, head of the CAM, explains how this cultural center, run by the Missionaries of Consolata, promotes inclusion by breaking down physical, economic, and communicative barriers. Through accessible programs and a wide range of social, cultural, and educational activities, CAM is building a bridge between Turin and the rest of the world.

Interview by Francesco Antonioli.

Watch previous episodes here.