Towards an Accessible and Inclusive Tourism: The Sassi Turchini Project
Description: The Sassi Turchini project was concived and developed within the Promozione Sociale Gruppo Elba di Bagno in Ripoli, founded by Andrea Faberi in 1977. The young memebrs of the association have set the objectives of organizing comunal experiences between young and disabled people, renewing they commitment each summmer to that stretch of coast. Furthermore, also based in Bagno a Ripoli, the association creates spaces and moments of social interaction with an inclusive perspective, valuing differences. Despite the considerable organizational demands, the context is unique in its presentation as an environment for free expression.
Type of Work: Accessibility Mapping of Porto Azzurro: The association plans to assess the town's accessibility by mapping public areas and businesses. Reflection and comparison will be crucial for reporting data and identifying common accessibility issues.
Landscape Stations: Participants will desing and build interactive installations using natural and recycled materials, such as wind rattles and birdhouses, in collaboration with the Tuscan Archipelago Park.
Activities: The activities will be varied but complementary, emphasizing how small efforts can drive change and raise awareness in a broader context.
Final Event: The group's work will be presented in an open event, featuring an evening with typical dishes from the participants' countries of origin.
Study Theme: In the initial days of the camp, we will conduct an overview of the history of the structure and the project. The topic of accessibility and sustainability will be explored, providing information on the concepts of accessible and responsible tourism. We aim to familiarize young participants with best practices and examples, both local and global. Additionally, a segment will be dedicated to the local territory and the Tuscan Archipelago National Park, providing context for the location and the project objectives.
Accommodation: Sassi Turchini has shared dormitories and bathrooms. There will be one room for women and one for men. The bathrooms and showers are divided by gender and will be shared with any other guests. The kitchen and eating space is adjacent to the dormitories and meals will all take place together with other groups and volunteers who will be present. A little help will be asked in cleaning up the dishes at the end of the meal and possibly in the preparation. We ask that you bring towels a pilowcase and bed sheets and/or sleeping bag.
Requirements: Interest and sensitivity to the world of disability. The village is surrounded by greenery. A creative tendency and propensity for manual skills is required.
Approximate Location: Isola d'Elba, next to Corsega. In the nord of Italy
Notes: In addition to the normal rules of respect for being together, there are no particular ones. There is no wifi network and the city center can be reached on foot. Useful things to bring are trekking and sea equipment.
You can check our website Sassiturchini.org
Please kindly note that there is an additional incoming fee of 50 Euros for all volunteers applying through Partner organisations or Contacts of the SCI network. Check the status here: https://bit.ly/3vhBD5J. This fee covers hosting costs, insurance, a small travel fund to enable disadvantaged volunteers.
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