The associations Dis-EducationThe Hexagonal Gazebo promoting the activity The FactoryAFO6 founder of Spaceport and the environmentalist association LAV Taranto organize the event PORTANAPOLI: #zonaadaltosensocivicoto be held Sunday 26 May 2024 in via Niceforo Foca in Taranto | Porta Napoli
WHO WE ARE
Dis-Educationactive since 2023, supports people with disabilities and their families, addressing issues such as the removal of architectural and mental barriers, the independence and dignity of people with disabilities.
The Hexagonal Gazebo, active since 2015, promotes self-production as a form of self-determination through The Factorya space dedicated to craftsmanship and independent creativity.
AFO6 promotes the territory through cultural events and manages Spaceporta venue for live performances, screenings and events, contributing to the cultural and economic transformation of Taranto.
LAV Tarantopart of the Antivivisection League, is an environmental association committed to the protection of animals and the promotion of sustainable living.
PORT NAPLES
Located at the foot of the Tamburi district and connected to the old city by the “Ponte di Pietra”, it is a strategic hub for the city of Taranto. Despite its favorable location, the area has suffered from abandonment and degradation for years. Recently, however, thanks to cultural and inclusion initiatives, Porta Napoli is being reborn as a creative district.
THE EVENT
PORTA NAPLES: #zonaadaltosensocivico it is a day dedicated to raising awareness of social and sustainable issues, with a program full of activities that will start at 11:00 and last throughout the day. The event is organized by the promoting associations and other local entities engaged in good practices of social inclusion and promotion.
ACTIVITY PROGRAM (START 11:00 am)
DIS-EDUCATION:
· SWAP PARTY: Exchange of objects to promote sustainability and waste management.
· DISABILITY EXPERIENCE: Immersive experience to understand the daily challenges of people with disabilities.
THE FACTORY:
· SHOWROOM AND EXPO MARKET: Independent craftsmanship and creativity stand.
· HYPERCUBE GALLERY: Art exhibitions within the creative space.
· YOU MAKE IT: Personalization of a shopping bag with linocut print.
· YOU ARE SPEAKED – THE PODCAST: Live recording with interviews with the participating realities.
SPACEPORT:
· APERITIF AND DJ SET: Moments of relaxation and music.
· TALK AND DOCUMENTARY SCREENING: In-depth analysis with Giulia Innocenzi and Gianluca Felicetti, followed by the screening of “FOOD FOR PROFIT”.
LAV TARANTO – ANTI-VIVISECTION LEAGUE:
· FOOD FOR PROFIT: Talk and documentary screening on animal protection and intensive farming.
CREW – Children’s Bookshop:
· BILÙ: Reading Laboratory and Workshop for Children*: Reading of illustrated books and laboratory activities.
MAZINGER’S LEGS:
· MAZINGER Talks – debate meeting with the Article 32 Committee
· RE-CREATE creative recovery and reuse laboratory
MAZE:
· “Young people in Taranto: pieces of a large mosaic” interviews on the street
AMMOSTRO – natural screen printing laboratory:
· LET’S SCREEN PRINT A NATURAL MEMORY TOGETHER: eexperience in screen printing on paper, screen printing laboratory with natural pigments.
Participation in the event is open to all and activities are subject to change. For further information and updates, follow us on our social channels. We look forward to seeing you at PORTANAPOLI #zonaadaltosensocivico for a day dedicated to awareness, inclusion and sustainability.
The event is organized with the free moral patronage of the Municipality of Taranto.
