“Philanthropy has a vital role in these challenging times”

Cristina Barbetta

Interview with Delphine Moralis, who has been appointed Chief Executive of the EFC- European Foundation Centre, a Brussels-based organisation made up of more than 240 of the most important international philanthropic institutions. The EFC’s first female CEO, Moralis has several years of international experience in building and leading pan-European associations and organisations. She has spoken to Vita International about the role of philanthropy and of the EFC in these crucial times

Civil society organizations' support in building inclusive institutions

Martino Pillitteri

The social situation and the threat of terrorism are the two main factors that could undermine the gains of the revolution. However, civil society organizations are not passive nor afraid to play a role in the promotion of democratic values and practices. Just as PASC-Tunisie is doing with its Programme d’Appui à la Société Civile program.

Aiesec integrating refugees

Cristina Barbetta

AIESEC Italy has launched InteGREAT, a project with the aim of receiving and integrating refugees and asylum seekers in Italy. On the 3rd of May AIESEC Italy was awarded by Martin Schulz, President of the European Parliament, the prestigious European Charlemagne Youth Prize thanks to the InteGREAT project. Interview with Guiscardo Urso, President of AIESEC Italy.

Human, world-saving love

Cristina Barbetta

The great French photographer and director Yann Arthus-Bertrand has presented in Milan his latest film, “Human”, an extraordinary portrait of humanity, a documentary that wonders about the meaning of life and of being human through the voice of common people from all over the world.

Granby Workshop builds on DIY culture in Liverpool

Cristina Barbetta

Granby Workshop is a new social enterprise by Assemble, the first design collective shortlisted for the Turner Prize, UK's most important art award. This year the prize will be held in Glasgow and the winner will be announced on 7 December, 2015. Vita International has met Lewis Jones, Assemble's co-founder.

MakeSense stands for refugees

Cristina Barbetta

MakeSense, the global movement promoting social entrepreneurship, launches an international mobilization for refugees together with SINGA France. Christian Vanizette, MakeSense co-founder, speaks about the campaign, that will finish at the end of the year.