Lampedusa: stay human

We will retrace the most interesting places of Lampedusa , the Gate of Europe, a monument inspired by migrations and donated in 2008 by the artist Mimmo Paladino, the local cemetery where some migrants who died during the crossing of the sea are also buried; the small Sanctuary of the Madonna di Porto Salvo will welcome us for the story of the millenary intertwining between the Christian and Muslim religions on the island, and for the discovery of stories almost lost in the pages of history. And finally we will be accompanied through the narrow streets for a slow discovery of the small and welcoming Linosa, a volcanic island with a unique natural environment, a real black pearl of the Pelagie.

The trip offers a series of meetings with people, organizations and associations operating in Lampedusa in the field of environmental protection and social commitment. We will deepen the issues related to migration, with the Lampedusa Solidale Forum, made up of Mediterranean Hope operators, exponents of the Parish of Lampedusa, and ordinary people. At the Historical Archive of Lampedusa, Mr. Taranto will show us photographs, documents, books and testimonies of the island. We will meet the Askavusa collective at the Porto M headquarters, where some objects recovered from migrant boats are kept. We will learn about the various aspects of environmental protection and conservation of endangered species thanks to specialized operators of Legambiente and Turtle Group. Finally, there will be meetings with local artisans and artists who are custodians of the traditions of this splendid island, such as Giacomo Sferlazzo, who will accompany us to discover the history of Lampedusa with a theatrical workshop. The solidarity fees of the trip will go to support the environmental, social and cultural activities that we will encounter during the trip.

Available Dates:
JUNE: from 5 to 12 – from 27/6 to 04/7
JULY: from 11 to 18
SEPTEMBER: from 11 to 18 – from 18 to 25
OCTOBER: from 9 to 16