The “Equità 5.0” Universal Civil Service project, carried out in partnership with Assifero, gets underway
A new journey begins at the Fondazione Mondo Digitale. Eight young people are joining our community today through the Universal Civil Service, as part of the Equità 5.0 project. Technology, knowledge and participation against inequality, organised in partnership with Assifero, the programme’s managing body.
They are Eleonora Puglisi, 28; Sara Ciardiello, 24; Giulia Bracaglia, 22; Loredana Cozzone, 29; Federica Boi, 24; Eleonora Chialà, 23; Matteo Palmieri, 21; and Maria Vittoria Castrignanò, 28. Eight young people with diverse backgrounds, interests and skills, who for one year will devote their energy and abilities to a common goal.
Some have a background in communication and design, others in international relations and cyber security, whilst others have studied political science, international cooperation, computer science or marketing, or have gained experience through education and sport. This diversity is already one of the project’s greatest assets: putting different forms of knowledge at the service of people and communities.
For twelve months, the eight young people will be involved in the Foundation’s activities to contribute towards a specific goal: reducing the digital divide and making access to the opportunities of the knowledge society more equitable, especially for those at risk of being marginalised.
Their work will span various areas: from digital facilitation to helping citizens use online services; from digital education in schools to workshops on robotics, artificial intelligence, coding and cybersecurity; and extending to communication, mentoring, community engagement and the evaluation of activities. These are not merely tasks to be carried out, but opportunities to learn how to identify different needs, build relationships and gradually guide people towards greater independence.
The project also includes a comprehensive training programme: from understanding the Foundation’s mission and programmes to the use of digital services; from the FMD Academy to educational technologies; and from communicating social projects to impact assessment. Over the coming months, a mentoring programme is also planned to help each young person recognise and make the most of the skills they have developed, and to guide their next steps into the world of work.
This is perhaps one of the most significant aspects of the Civil Service: whilst making a tangible contribution to community life, one also shapes one’s own personal and professional path. One learns by doing, by taking on responsibilities, and by engaging with different generations, needs and perspectives.
For the Fondazione Mondo Digitale, the arrival of these eight young people also means being able to view its own activities with fresh eyes. Over the coming months, we will meet them in the workshops of the Palestra dell’Innovazione, in schools, at support centres and in the various settings where technology and education can become tools for inclusion.
A warm welcome to you all. We have twelve months ahead of us to learn together and turn knowledge into participation.
