Fondazione con il Sud celebrates 20 years and launches the project “Sud Vivo”

The Fondazione Con il Sud celebrated its 20th anniversary with the launch of the "Sud Vivo" project, addressing demographic decline in Southern Italy. President Mattarella emphasized the importance of enabling those born in the South to stay or return, highlighting the need for job opportunities to combat depopulation. A recent survey revealed that 73% of Italians are concerned about this issue, with a significant loss of residents in the Mezzogiorno since 2001. The report presented stories of communities actively working to improve their situations, showcasing resilience and hope in the region.

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