Choosing to study in the health sector: Valeria’s story.
During the various editions of Factor J, participants have tried various different roles as ambassadors, communicators, and with the service learning methodology they also served as "actors of change," working as volunteers in partner associations (PCTO Courses). We continue to publish their stories, so that they become aware themselves that they can begin to represent the change they want to see in the world.
So, what are the 20 ambassadors of the second edition doing today? What has remained of their school experience in their lives today?
They now are in their 20s and are continuing their studies. And almost all of them are studying medicine: from biotechnology at the University of Turin and the University of Camerino in the Marche, to courses in psychology. Their participation in Project Factor J significantly influenced their choices, making them passionate about science, and bringing them closer to medical careers, and opening them up to the points of view of others, from listening to empathy and closeness.
Valeria, for example, was among the protagonists of the video of the first edition of Project Factor J that was characterised by the three key words "empathy, respect, and inclusion," Today, Valeria Fiore is 21 and is studying at the Faculty of Technical and Psychological Sciences at the Guglielmo Marconi University of Rome
“Project Factor J definitely influenced me positively, both in terms of study and simply in everyday life, encouraging me to be a little more daring, and encouraging new experiences and greater social openness. Furthermore, addressing scientific issues surrounded by wonderful emotion, the project further nourished my interest in psychology, as it is also oriented towards the emotional-experiential aspect,” says Valeria.
“I believe that Factor J brings people together, addressing a great variety of topics, whilst also encouraging open-mindedness, including the "new" and/or the "different." Moreover, the project allows us to overcome or, at least, face one's fears and fragilities, as it also focuses on the human and emotional aspects of the issues it addresses. I recommend it to anyone who has the opportunity. Everyone can draw lessons, benefits, or simply different knowledge!”
