Martino Pillitteri
For news, stories, features that are inspiring, that can make a difference, that are valuable to our audience, and that are not self serving or politically correct, count on me to communicate them. Get in touch with me at m.pillitteri@vitainternational.media
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Best practices 28 April Apr 2016 1747 28 April 2016 The doctor who meets every single refugee who arrives in Lampedusa
Pietro Bartolo, an Italian gynaecologist who cared for hundreds of thousands of immigrants and refugees on the Italian island Lampedusa, is giant low profile hero whose merits and tireless efforts have been recognized and morally awarded by the docu-film Fire at Sea.
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Gender Equality 19 April Apr 2016 1444 19 April 2016 Ladies, united we lobby
Strengthening women’s movements and creating alliances with other organizations. But also understanding the power within ourselves. The European Women‘s Lobby and its members set their mission straight, and the roadmap to achieving it.
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UK 14 April Apr 2016 1837 14 April 2016 Eu migrants don't work hard for the welfare
According to the Oxford University report “Pulling power: Why are EU citizens migrating to the UK?" non-British European citizens cross the Channel to seek employment proving wrong those who claim migrants are contributing to the bankruptcy of the British welfare state.
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Refugees 12 April Apr 2016 1532 12 April 2016 Chapeau Portugal
While some countries fire rubber bullets and tear gas at refugees, build barriers and close borders, Portugal is setting the example on how to welcome, treat and give a concrete chance to those who look for a better life.
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Refugees 6 April Apr 2016 1748 06 April 2016 Eu Commission offers proposals to overhaul European asylum rules
The European Commission came up with new ideas for a reform of the Common European Asylum System (CEAS). EU Asylum system will be based on a fair distribution scheme of refugees between all participating Member States.
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Integration 1 April Apr 2016 1501 01 April 2016 Want to stay in Belgium? Sign the fidelity contract
A new proposed law will require migrants coming to Belgium to sign an integration contract vowing to begin the integration path playing by the social rules. Breaking the pledge will compromise their residency rights.
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The Usual Suspect 30 March Mar 2016 1419 30 March 2016 Integrate or leave. Germany plays the trump card
German interior minister Thomas De Maiziere sends a clear message to migrants: If the newcomers would not make an effort to integrate, they will lose the right to stay.
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The siren of Damascus 24 March Mar 2016 1410 24 March 2016 Syrian refugee who swam in the Aegean Sea heading to the Olympics
Seven months after fleeing Damascus, 18 years- old Syrian refugee swimmer Yusra Mardini is hoping to qualify for the Olympic Games Rio 2016 and join the Team of Refugee Olympic Athletes. A great and touching journey of courage, hope and determination.
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Brussels 23 March Mar 2016 1701 23 March 2016 Schengen under attack
The anti Schengen devotees are exploiting the terrorist attacks that struck Paris and Brussels to further fortressing Western societies. Tougher anti immigration measures though, will not make Europe safer.
