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In the March issue, we discuss Participation, one of the five areas of intervention in our Multi-Year Plan. We do so by exploring two initiatives funded by the Erasmus+ program in the province of Cuneo: a project that has brought student democracy to a place where it previously lacked, and a sports project in which boys and girls are invited to create, discuss […]

Wednesday, April 8th, starting at 9:30 a.m., the Palazzetto dello Sport in Cuneo will host the return of Dialogues on Talent, the series of meetings promoted by the CRC Foundation to offer younger generations the opportunity to engage with internationally renowned personalities. This edition's special guest will be George Clooney, the Oscar-winning actor and director renowned for […]

Enhance the digital skills of unemployed and inactive people (aged 34–67) to enable professional retraining and job market entry. This is the goal of "Prospettive+"—the second phase of the "Prospettive" call—promoted by the Fund for the Digital Republic. Projects can be submitted until May 15, 2026, through the portal […]

The EU newsletter "What a Resource!" is back, an outreach project promoted by our Foundation to raise awareness of projects, ideas, and opportunities related to European funding. The content will be developed in collaboration with Percorsi di Secondo Welfare, a social transformation laboratory that designs and implements initiatives to support the evolution of the Italian welfare system. If you've read the articles [...]

EUknow.it is the new platform created by ACRI, Fondazione CRT, and nine other partners—including our Foundation—to navigate the world of European projects. This digital "compass" builds on and renews the legacy of the Guide to European Project Planning, with a new name, design, and completely updated tools to provide simple and immediate support to those […]

As part of its annual research agenda, the CRC Foundation is conducting a survey on territorial planning using European funds. This study is coordinated by its Research Office in collaboration with the consulting firm Prometeia SpA. The research aims to provide an updated picture of the use of European funds in the province, with the goal of understanding […]

Improving the digital skills of NEETs (aged 15-34) and women (aged 18-67) to ensure better opportunities and conditions for entering and remaining in the workforce. These are the objectives of "Onlife+" and "Futura+"—the second phase of the "Onlife" and "Futura" calls—promoted by the Digital Republic Fund, for 20 and 15 years, respectively.

It is not true that young people do not participate and do not commit to improving the country. They do, but not always within traditional Third Sector organizations. More and more often they choose fluid, informal forms of commitment, linked to specific causes – such as the environment, civil rights and social justice – and far from […]

The environment, landscape and culture are elements at the heart of a territory's identity. Contemporary challenges, such as the climate emergency and demographic changes, make it clear how urgent it is to protect these places, especially rural areas. Long neglected, these territories are now returning to the centre of attention: an ever-increasing number of initiatives, thanks also to […]

In this article we present a small, or rather “micro” project that sees two partners engaged on both sides of the Alps to promote actions to adapt and fight climate change, through targeted and impactful actions. A microproject for sustainability The Interreg Italy-France program, also known as ALCOTRA, started a few years ago […]

In Europe, the agri-food system affects more than 400 million citizens. A source of sustenance, but also of income, agri-food production in Europe and Italy is subject to strict controls. The safety and quality of food are also reflected in the culinary heritage of each country, making the cuisine – or rather, the […]

Slow Food, an organization founded in 1986 in Bra, in the province of Cuneo, as an international cultural movement, has been dedicated since its foundation to the protection of biodiversity, respect for the environment and the promotion of sustainable agriculture and food production. To achieve these goals, Slow Food immediately recognized the need to involve […]

In a country like Italy, which boasts several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, it is easy to take such a vast natural, artistic, and cultural heritage for granted. Yet, to remind us how precious and fragile it is, English comes to our aid. The word “heritage,” the translation of “patrimony,” perfectly encapsulates the idea of ​​an inheritance received from the past, which […]

What if it were a train, on a historic railway, to rediscover a territory that offers nature, history, and culture? It is from this idea that the project “The Tanaro railway: from a historic-tourist axis to a driver of new development prospects” was born. The project, led by the Municipality of Ormea, and created together […]

1,5 million euros allocated to excellent scientific research by the Foundations adhering to Ager-Agroalimentare e ricerca. With the call for proposals “Protein Crops: innovations for sustainable nutrition”, Ager reaffirms and strengthens its commitment to supporting Italian agri-food supply chains, increasingly penalized by the climate crisis. There is time until March 13, 2025 to nominate the […]

Knowing to understand Every year on December 3rd, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities is celebrated. According to the United Nations, almost one and a half billion people, of which 87 million in Europe, one in six people in the world, suffers from a form of disability. The topic of disability is complex and, in order to […]

“The great challenge is to become everything you have the possibility to become”. This is the first sentence that emerges from the website of the Cooperativa In Volo of Manta (CN) and it summarizes the mission of this organization, anticipating the objectives of the project we are talking about today: Help me to do it alone. Faced with a growing demand for help […]

According to the evidence that emerged from the initiative “Zero recidivism. Study, training and work in prison: from project experiences to system actions in prison and outside prison”, organized on 16 April 2024 by CNEL together with the Ministry of Justice, and in particular what was reported in the study by The European House – Ambrosetti, only 6% of the total […]

In recent years, the dialogue between art and environmental sustainability has become increasingly central, reflecting the changes in our society's environmental awareness and promoting a critical reflection on our relationship with the planet. Art and culture can be a very powerful tool to promote the green transition: art, in fact, is not only a […]

It can happen that something from the past unexpectedly knocks on our door and makes us change direction. And what if that something were a chestnut grove? Thus begins the story of the Roots/Routes project, an example of care for the territory and rediscovery of beauty. A title, a mission, two countries When architect Simona Rossi, vice-president […]

Cultural heritage digitization projects have become essential to preserve, enhance and make accessible works and knowledge. Digitization has not only changed the way we access culture, but has also profoundly influenced the world of work in the cultural sector. In this article we present two different experiences, but united by the same goal: […]

In recent years, digital technologies have opened up new opportunities for culture. Museums, art galleries, theatres and libraries have started to use digital technologies to preserve, make more accessible and innovate cultural heritage, creating new experiences for visitors and new opportunities for operators in the sector. Protecting and sharing cultural heritage […]

Sometimes all it takes is a basketball game, a three-on-three, to change a reality. Actually, two. From this starting point was born the idea of ​​STREETBALL4INCLUSION, an Erasmus+ project led by the Spanish school Colegio Santiago Apóstol that sees among its partners the sports association Streetball Patacona, from Valencia, and the sports club BC Gators, […]

Sport is an important element in the lives of many European citizens. It is for athletes, for those who practice it occasionally, for those who find themselves watching it, turning it into an opportunity to meet. In addition to sporting challenges and competitions, sport in Europe also represents a means to promote social inclusion, improve […]

The European Union (EU) has long recognized the importance of environmental protection and sustainability. In recent decades, it has developed a series of policies and initiatives aimed at combating climate change, protecting biodiversity and promoting the energy transition, adopting a sustainability policy based on collaboration between countries, regions and territories. A green plan […]

“Water is a fundamental part of every aspect of our lives”: this is the incipit of the United Nations Water Conference 2023 and things could not be different. Rivers, lakes and streams are sources of energy, sustenance, biodiversity and beauty, but they are also a precious and limited resource. Every day we observe the […]

A project for children, and one for those looking for their way: what can they have in common? A lot, if the starting point is the same: to respond to a local need for participation, initiatives, community. Today we talk to you about two projects, Comunità giocanti and Espresso futuri. The first is dedicated to […]

In recent years, youth participation and active citizenship have become relevant issues both at local and European level. Young people are a fundamental resource for the development of communities and the construction of a more inclusive society. Thanks to local initiatives and European programmes, there are more and more opportunities for young people […]

The manufacturing sector, strategic for the economy of the European Union, has always stood out for quality, innovation and sustainability. Today this sector is facing important changes, such as global competition and digitalization, and experiencing the “Industry 4.0 revolution”, a new way of thinking and managing business processes, characterized by the integration of advanced technologies […]

Registration is now open to participate in the Podcast Academy “Listening to Literature”. The initiative, proposed by CRC Innova and Fondazione Cesare Pavese in collaboration with Chora Media, is aimed at creating a podcast dedicated to Cesare Pavese’s Dialogues with Leucò. To join, submit your proposal to transform Pavese’s work into audio content: if it is selected, you will be able to […]

In recent decades, our lives and work have undergone a profound transformation. We live in the knowledge era, where the digital revolution, the advancement of industry 4.0 and a growing awareness of the environment and climate change have transformed our daily lives. These changes have opened up new opportunities for development and growth, but they also require […]

European Territorial Cooperation (ETC), also known as INTERREG, is a European Union (EU) programme aimed at fostering cooperation between European countries and regions. Focusing mainly on the development of shared infrastructure, services and policies between neighbouring regions and countries, ETC aims to promote economic growth, environmental sustainability […]

Accustomed to moving quickly to reach our destinations, we often forget to appreciate the beauty of the surrounding landscape. What if we chose to travel more slowly by bicycle rather than by car? Today we tell you about Velo-PLUF!, a European project by the Municipality of Saluzzo that aims to expand the tourist offer for families in the mountains between Italy and France […]

Mauro Gola has been appointed President of the CRC Foundation for the 2024-27 term: the General Council of the CRC Foundation, which met this morning, unanimously appointed the entrepreneur from Cuneo. In the same meeting, the General Council unanimously appointed the other 6 Board Members. The following have been appointed Vice Presidents: • Francesco Cappello, chartered accountant and statutory auditor, […]

The digital transition is a crucial element to accelerate innovation processes and allow the non-profit world to achieve social goals, improve efficiency and involve communities. Digital, in fact, can support and facilitate the work of non-profit organizations. According to the latest ISTAT data published April 2024, the non-profit sector […]

We are looking for a resource to be included in the Legal Area, one in the Finance Area and one in the External Relations Area with an extracurricular internship contract for a total period of 6 months. The offer is aimed at graduates no more than 12 months ago and residents in the province of Cuneo. We require a full-time commitment, from Monday to Friday […]