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Social Promotion Association · Palermo

Growing inclusion, one person at a time.

Di Sana Pianta APS is a group of volunteers and legal guardians working in Palermo to welcome, listen to and practically support people going through hard times: unaccompanied foreign minors, families, women and people in difficulty.

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200+young people welcomed and supported
450+families supported
12years of work in Palermo
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About us

A place to turn to for anyone looking for a community in Palermo.

We are a group of tutors, volunteers and citizens united so that no one is left behind. We give practical support to minors, families and people facing difficult times. We believe that with the right roots and a welcoming community, anyone can start again from the ground up — «di sana pianta»

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What we do

Our work in Palermo

Four areas of activity, one goal: no one should feel alone.

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After-school & Study

Study support and safe learning spaces for children and teenagers.

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Discovery & Sport

Outings that encourage integration, creative workshops and gymnastics classes, to grow together through movement.

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Psychological Listening Centre

A free, protected space with a psychotherapist for women, young people and adults going through emotionally difficult times.

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Social welfare guidance

Practical help with paperwork, support procedures, job hunting and access to local services.

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Moments of association life

Faces, hands, everyday gestures

Small moments that say more than any words about what it means to care for one another.

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How to help

There is always a way to make a difference

With your time or with a donation, every gesture counts for those living through hard times in Palermo.

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From the blog

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Solidarity Martorana fruit: a tray for a new minibus

From 19 October to 1 November, a tray of handmade Martorana fruit for €15: the proceeds…

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Bosco di Veronica: movement and art in sync

Ten meetings in the Bosco di Veronica, in San Martino delle Scale, combining movement, breathing and outdoor art workshops.…

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Volunteers wanted for our summer activities!

Are you a young person full of ideas and eager to get involved? For the…

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