Cathy is the mum of Ilyes, a 5 years old boy, turning 6 soon, who has been diagnosed with autism when he was 23 months old. She accepted to answer our questions to raise awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Before answering, she explained that there are different disorders and symptoms when it comes to…
Since its foundation in Bologna in 2006, “Momo Banca del Tempo” has been offering a service that aims to set in motion a social-solidarity system through a non-monetary economy. Users offer and receive different types of services using their own time instead of money. We talked with the founder, Giusi Lumare, and an intern, Serena…
How would you talk to your parents or friends if you were deaf? The answer is pretty straightforward: the most natural mean of communication for a hearing-impaired person is Sign Language, which conveys a message by employing hands and eyes, instead of voice and ears. A WORLD TO BE SEEN There are many prejudices associated…
