Amapola will take part in the Polisophia event presenting the new FrancoAngeli volume on Artificial Intelligence and responsible innovation.

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On Friday, May 15, from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m., Polisophia, the Community for Responsible Innovation, will be at the Turin International Book Fair, in the Lingotto venue, Galleria Visitatori, Sala Avorio, for an event dedicated to the volume “Il pendolo dell’algoritmo. Sguardi multidisciplinari sull’Intelligenza Artificiale” (The algorithm’s pendulum. Multidisciplinary perspectives on Artificial Intelligence), published by FrancoAngeli and edited by Ruben Razzante, founder of the Community and Professor of Information Law at Università Cattolica in Milan and Lumsa University in Rome.

Amapola will also be taking part in the event, represented by Partner Sergio Vazzoler, who will join Ruben Razzante, Mario Di Giulio, Partner at Pavia e Ansaldo, and Maria Chiara Vola, Head of AI at Synergie Italia. Organised in collaboration with FrancoAngeli, the event is also part of the publishing house’s 70th anniversary programme. Admission is free and no booking is required.

A community for responsible innovation

Polisophia is a multidisciplinary platform for dialogue, bringing together businesses, institutions, professional communities, academia and civil society to explore the direction of technological development and help guide it towards the common good. The focus of the Community’s first year of work is Artificial Intelligence: a cultural, economic and social transformation that is already changing the way we work, communicate, make decisions and build relationships. Today, more than ever, we need spaces for discussion that can bring together different areas of expertise, public responsibility and a clear focus on the impact of innovation on people.

A book that looks at AI from multiple perspectives

“Il pendolo dell’algoritmo” is the first collective publication developed within Polisophia and offers a plural reading of Artificial Intelligence. Its aim is to move beyond fragmented or purely technical views of AI, and to examine its cultural, legal, economic and social implications.

This approach is especially relevant at a time when technological innovation is accelerating and calls for new forms of governance, new skills and greater collective awareness. Talking about AI means looking not only at the tools themselves, but also at the principles that guide how they are designed, adopted and regulated.

Innovation, relationships and impact

The Turin event on 15 May will therefore be an opportunity to reflect on AI starting from a key question: how can we govern technological change without losing sight of the quality of relationships, the protection of rights and the impact on people?

From this perspective, the conversation promoted by Polisophia connects closely with some of the core themes of Torino Social Impact: innovation as a collective process, responsibility as a driver of development, alliances between different actors, and the ability to generate social as well as economic value.

The Book Fair offers an ideal setting to bring the debate on Artificial Intelligence beyond purely technical circles and into a broader cultural and civic conversation. Because the future of innovation will depend not only on the tools we are able to develop, but also on the questions we are able to ask together.

There is a vision of education that refuses to stay confined within four walls. It is a vision that prefers to hit the streets, inhabit public squares, and transform the hum of traffic into a shared heartbeat. This is the core of Heimat Academy, the educational soul of Heimat Srl, which has chosen to view the city not just as a map of roads, but as an immense open-air laboratory for children and teenagers.

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But what does it actually mean to practice “informal education” among buildings and parks?

The Body: The First (and Only) Necessary Instrument

The secret of Heimat Academy lies in a practice as ancient as it is immediate: body percussion. Here, there is no need for complex sheet music or expensive instruments: the body itself becomes the drum, the beat, and the rhythm.

It is a powerful pedagogical choice because it erases distances. In a body percussion circle, linguistic barriers simply don’t exist: where there is rhythm, there is communication. It is a universal language that allows anyone to participate instantly, transforming the individual into part of a collective harmony.

Urban Explorations and “Musical Walks”

Heimat’s approach isn’t limited to the musical gesture; it becomes a new way of inhabiting the local area. The workshops are designed as true urban immersions:

• Musical Walks: Training the ear to rediscover the hidden sounds and the sonic identity of one’s own city.

• Participatory Workshops: Spaces where play and listening merge to break down the walls of shyness.

• Group Activities: Learning that the relationship with others is the fundamental note of any civil coexistence.

A Summer Set to the Rhythm of Play: Appointment at Parco del Valentino

The year 2026 marks a special chapter in this story. Heimat Academy joins the lineup of La Bella Stagione — an initiative promoted by Fondazione Compagnia di San Paolo — with the project: “The City is a Game (of Sounds).”

The setting will be the tree-lined avenues and greenery of Parco del Valentino. Here, summer camp groups won’t just be spectators, but protagonists of an experience that transforms a casual encounter into active citizenship. It is a way of telling young people that public space belongs to them, and that they have the power to fill it with meaning, creativity, and, of course, music.

Want to Start a Project with Heimat Academy?

We firmly believe that the best ideas are born from the meeting of people and the sharing of common visions. If you work in a school, a cultural institution, or a local organization and believe that together we can create something meaningful for your community, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Contact us: heimat.torino@gmail.com

Together, we can continue to strengthen the dialogue between culture, education, and the territory, promoting models of participation that truly make a difference.

The first edition of the Needle Festival is coming to Canavese: a solidarity event created with a dual purpose. On one hand, it aims to promote the Canavese area by creating a space for meeting, sharing, and participation; on the other, it offers an opportunity to discuss international cooperation, with a particular focus on South Sudan.

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Over two days, the program features live concerts, talks on global issues, and sport activities, alongside convivial moments with aperitifs and dinner.

On Friday, May 15, the festival opens with a dinner prepared by the Pro Loco of Barone Canavese. The evening continues with a live opening performance by Ask The Dust and culminates in a concert by the Nick Mantovan Band, exploring the many facets of rock and roll history.

On Saturday, May 16, the program expands with a diverse lineup combining discussion and sports activities. The day begins with in-depth talks on international topics, including China’s role in Africa and issues related to war, climate, and migration, with a focus on South Sudan.

The morning concludes with a solidarity lunch organized by the Lunelaut association, a Piedmont-based organization that supports people with autism or other disabilities in building meaningful and fulfilling lives. Participants will have the chance to taste their creations and fresh pasta. In the afternoon, the third edition of the Hill Trail Canavese takes place, featuring two routes: a 12 km run and a 5 km walk. The day ends with social moments, a shared dinner, and a final concert by Bolena.

Proceeds from the event will support the solidarity projects of the Needle association in South Sudan, promoting awareness and concrete action.

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Faced with demographic challenges and the abandonment of rural areas, Refugee Restart is launching a transnational incubation program aimed at transforming the potential of migrants and women into engines of economic innovation between Italy and Spain.

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At a historic moment when social inclusion and the revitalization of marginalized territories are at the heart of the European agenda, a new opportunity arises for those who believe that self-entrepreneurship is the key to redemption. Refugee Restart, in collaboration with Triple and Rural Bridge, announces the launch of Roots2Routes, a free entrepreneurial training program designed to break down the systemic barriers that too often stifle the talent of refugees, migrants, and women.

Entrepreneurship as a lever for impact

Funded by the European Erasmus Plus fund, Roots2Routes is a regeneration ecosystem. The focus is clear: transforming untapped potential into concrete economic realities, with particular attention to the rural areas of Italy and Spain—territories that are crying out for new energy and innovative ideas to counter depopulation.

Economic inclusion is the pillar on which stronger, more resilient communities are built. Roots2Routes builds bridges, not only between cultures but between forgotten territories and global markets.

A High-Tech and Human-Touch pathway

The program stands out for its hybrid approach, combining the frontiers of artificial intelligence with the irreplaceable value of human connection. Participants are offered a free, 5-month, fully digital, multilingual pathway, which includes:

• Excellence Masterclasses: Sessions with industry leaders to acquire high-level technical skills.

• Personalized Mentoring: Ongoing support to ensure no vision remains isolated.

• AI-Powered Incubation: Access to a cutting-edge, AI-assisted platform to accelerate business plan and prototype development.

Networking to generate value

The success of Roots2Routes also depends on the international ecosystem’s ability to network. Refugee Restart invites its community to spread the opportunity.

Are you an aspiring entrepreneur? Apply now and shape your vision.

Are you a professional? Share your expertise. Become a Mentor and guide a team toward success.

Are you part of an organization or network? Share this article: a referral can change the life trajectory of one person and the future of a territory.

Info and Deadlines

Applications are open until May 15.

Registration: roots2routes.eu

Contacts: info@refugeerestart.com

Refugee Restart launches an open call for candidates and mentors as part of the European project Roots2Routes. An opportunity to turn a migration background into economic and social value for the local area.

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In the current economic landscape, inclusion is a driver of sustainable innovation. With this vision, Refugee Restart, in collaboration with Triple and Rural Bridge, announces the launch of Roots2Routes, an ambitious Erasmus Plus program dedicated to those who want to do business beyond barriers.

A concrete response to the needs of the ecosystem

Roots2Routes is a 5-month incubation program, completely free and multilingual, designed for women and people with a migrant background. The goal is twofold: to break down structural barriers to self-employment and to promote the regeneration of rural areas, territories rich in potential but often on the margins of traditional investment flows.

The pathway offers:

• Cutting-edge training: Access to digital incubation tools based on Artificial Intelligence.

• Practical skills: Masterclasses with industry professionals.

• Tailor-made mentoring: Individual guidance to validate the business model.

The call

To generate a real and systemic impact, Roots2Routes seeks the active collaboration of organizations in the Social Innovation ecosystem. The invitation is extended to anyone who wishes to contribute to spreading the initiative in two directions:

• Talent scouting: Reporting aspiring entrepreneurs who have a business idea or an early-stage startup to be developed in rural contexts.

• Search for mentors: Involving managers, entrepreneurs, and professionals willing to share their know-how to guide projects towards economic sustainability.

How to participate

The call for candidates and mentors is open until May 15th. All interested organizations are invited to activate their channels (newsletters, social media, information desks) so that this opportunity reaches those who can turn it into value for the community.

Roots2Routes is a bridge between individual talent and territorial development. We believe that migrant entrepreneurship is a fundamental lever for the 2030 Agenda and for the resilience of our rural areas.

For more information, visit the official website.

To apply: https://forms.gle/6TPryMftKmGF8nk36

To book an Info Session, contact us: info@refugeerestart.com

Together, we can turn the roots of the past into the routes of the future.