Opportunities and resources
for and by young people with a migrant background

Caritas Ancona

Facilitates the donation of clothing to individuals and families in need.

Here’s a breakdown of what the organization does:

• Clothing Donation: VESTILBENE accepts donations of clean and good condition clothing, especially simple, everyday, and modern items suitable for individuals and families in their 20s to 40s, often with children. The emphasis is on dignity and respect for the recipients, so only clothes in good condition are accepted. Donation Schedule: Donations are accepted on Thursdays from 09:00 to 12:00 and from 16:00 to 18:30, and on Fridays from 09:00 to 12:00 at the Caritas headquarters of VESTILBENE in Ancona. Volunteers are available to welcome donors and address immediate needs.
• Organizational Guidelines: Donations must be delivered during specified times and at the designated location. Any items not delivered according to these guidelines will be discarded for organizational reasons.
• Communication and Slogan: The organization emphasizes the importance of donating clothing rather than wasting it, aligning with their slogan “DONATE A CLOTHING, NOT WASTE!”

Contact Information: For further information, individuals can contact Caritas at 071.201512 or 334.6231105.

Overall, VESTILBENE provides a vital service by facilitating the donation of clothing to individuals and families in need, ensuring that donations are of good quality and delivered according to organizational guidelines to maximize their impact.

Polo9

Polo9 is a social enterprise operating in the Marche region, actively engaged in local and national networks. Here’s a breakdown of what the organization does:

• Observation of Society: Polo9 keenly observes societal transformations and supports changes while striving for the social, economic, and environmental sustainability of the territory.
• Welcoming Approach: The organization welcomes people, challenges, and future prospects. It generates diverse responses to complex needs such as employment, access to rights, fair distribution, health, education, and protection of differences.
• Communication: Polo9 communicates its observations and actions. It intercepts changes and connects services with people and territories, fostering mutual growth and development.
• Mission and Vision: The mission of Polo9 is characterized by professionalism, passion, and concreteness. It values trust in individuals’ resources, collaboration, continuous improvement, and integration with local and national networks. The vision seeks to extend cooperative and solidarity principles to various aspects of social life, aiming for a fair, inclusive society respectful of the environment.
• Service Offerings: Polo9 provides various services, including therapeutic community programs, nursery schools, childhood centers, and support for unaccompanied minors. These services are guided by service charters and policies that ensure quality, security, and ethical conduct.

Overall, Polo9 is committed to transforming fragility into strength, promoting social inclusion, and enhancing community well-being through innovative, high-impact services and collaborations.

Refugees Welcome Italia, Ancona Office

Refugees Welcome Italia, Ancona Office: The organization focuses on facilitating cohabitation between refugees, migrants, and local individuals or families. By welcoming refugees into their homes, the organization aims to provide them with a supportive environment conducive to their integration and independence.

Three activities:

1. welcoming families
2. mentoring
3. activism

Key aspects of what the organization does include:

• Facilitating Cohabitation: The organization arranges for refugees and migrants to live with local individuals or families, creating opportunities for cultural exchange and mutual support.
• Promoting Independence: Living with locals is described as a pivotal moment in the refugees’ and migrants’ journey toward full independence. By providing a stable living environment, the organization helps them regain control over their lives and work towards self-sufficiency.
• Community Integration: Cohabiting with local people helps refugees and migrants feel like valued members of the community. It enables them to establish connections, build relationships, and actively participate in community life.
• Reactivating Resources: Through cohabitation, refugees and migrants can reactivate their human and professional resources. This suggests that living with locals provides them with opportunities to utilize their skills and talents, contributing to their personal and professional development.
• Reciprocal Learning: The organization emphasizes reciprocity in the cohabitation experience. While refugees and migrants benefit from support and guidance, local hosts have the opportunity to learn about a new culture and engage in an enriching human experience.

Overall, the organization’s approach focuses on fostering mutual understanding, support, and empowerment through the facilitation of cohabitation arrangements between refugees, migrants, and local hosts.

AMAD

Associazione AMAD

• Promote Human Rights: Uphold and advocate for universal human rights and civil liberties.
• Foster Solidarity: Encourage a culture of peace and mutual support.
• Combat Discrimination: Actively fight against all forms of discrimination, including xenophobia and racism.
• Build Community: Create a socially equal and inclusive society where diversity is embraced.
• Support Inclusion: Encourage encounters between different cultures, languages, and traditions to cultivate acceptance and inclusion.