{"id":992882,"date":"2026-03-24T11:09:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-24T11:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/?p=992882"},"modified":"2026-05-20T11:13:59","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T10:13:59","slug":"advancing-inclusion-wasc-at-the-italian-chamber-of-commerce-italian-embassy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/blog\/media\/advancing-inclusion-wasc-at-the-italian-chamber-of-commerce-italian-embassy\/","title":{"rendered":"Advancing Inclusion: WASC at the Italian Chamber of Commerce &amp; Italian Embassy\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"602\" height=\"453\" src=\"https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-7.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-992890\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-7.png 602w, https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-7-300x226.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Advancing Inclusion: WASC at the Italian Chamber of Commerce &amp; Italian Embassy<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We Are Stronger Charity was honoured to take part in a significant and inspiring series of events in London, focused on&nbsp;<strong>social inclusion, disability awareness, and international collaboration<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our founder,&nbsp;<strong>Olga Venosa,<\/strong>&nbsp;was invited to join a high-level&nbsp;<strong>roundtable discussion on social inclusion<\/strong>&nbsp;held at the Italian Chamber of Commerce, bringing together key voices from both Italy and the United Kingdom. The discussion created a valuable space for dialogue, exchange of ideas, and the exploration of future collaborations aimed at building a more inclusive society.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The event was attended by the Italian Minister for Disabilities, Hon. Alessandra Locatelli, and the UK Minister of State for Social Security and Disability, The Rt Hon Sir Stephen Timms MP, alongside institutional&nbsp;representatives&nbsp;and leaders committed to advancing inclusion.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"602\" height=\"339\" src=\"https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-992887\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-4.png 602w, https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-4-300x169.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sharing the Work of We Are Stronger Charity<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the roundtable, We Are Stronger Charity had the opportunity to present its ongoing work in the field of&nbsp;<strong>disability inclusion and anti-bullying education<\/strong>, with a particular focus on its latest primary school initiative and children\u2019s book,&nbsp;<em>\u201cRiding Kindness\u201d<\/em>&nbsp;(<em>\u201cA&nbsp;cavallo&nbsp;della&nbsp;gentilezza\u201d<\/em>).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This project aims to:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Encourage understanding of disability without stigma&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Promote empathy, respect, and inclusion from an early age&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provide children with practical tools to build positive relationships&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The discussion highlighted the importance of early education in shaping more inclusive communities and reinforced the value of combining storytelling with educational activities to create meaningful impact.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-992885\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The&nbsp;Solfagnano&nbsp;Charter Exhibition<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following the roundtable, participants were invited to the Italian Embassy for the opening of the&nbsp;<strong>Solfagnano&nbsp;Charter Exhibition<\/strong>, hosted by the Ambassador of Italy to the UK, Inigo&nbsp;Lambertini.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The exhibition and accompanying discussions&nbsp;provided&nbsp;deeper insight into Italy\u2019s evolving approach to disability inclusion, as well as the broader international commitment to protecting the rights, dignity, and potential of every individual.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hearing directly from Minister Locatelli about the&nbsp;<strong>Solfagnano&nbsp;Charter and ongoing disability reforms in Italy<\/strong>, alongside the UK\u2019s commitments shared by Minister Timms, reinforced the importance of cross-country collaboration in driving meaningful and lasting change.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"602\" height=\"339\" src=\"https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-6.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-992889\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-6.png 602w, https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-6-300x169.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-992884\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Building Connections for Future Impact<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the most valuable outcomes of the event was the opportunity to connect with like-minded organisations, institutions, and policymakers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The conversations sparked&nbsp;<strong>new synergies and potential collaborations<\/strong>, creating&nbsp;a strong foundation&nbsp;for future projects that can expand the reach and impact of inclusive initiatives across borders.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At We Are Stronger Charity, we&nbsp;firmly believe&nbsp;that:&nbsp;<br><strong>true inclusion is achieved when we work together \u2014 across sectors, communities, and countries.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"602\" height=\"453\" src=\"https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-9.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-992892\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-9.png 602w, https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-9-300x226.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-992883\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Our Ongoing Commitment<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These events reaffirmed our mission to create a world where:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Diversity is celebrated&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Inclusion is embedded in everyday life&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Every individual is empowered to reach their full potential&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because often, limits exist not in reality \u2014 but in&nbsp;perception.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&nbsp;remain&nbsp;committed to continuing this work, strengthening partnerships, and advocating for a future where&nbsp;<strong>every child and every individual feels seen, supported, and valued<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"601\" height=\"412\" src=\"https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-8.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-992891\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-8.png 601w, https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-8-300x206.png 300w, https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-8-474x324.png 474w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 601px) 100vw, 601px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-992886\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Looking Ahead<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to contribute to such important discussions and to&nbsp;represent&nbsp;our community on an international platform.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is just the beginning of what we hope will be a series of impactful collaborations aimed at promoting&nbsp;<strong>kindness, inclusion, and positive change worldwide<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/wearestrongercharity.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-5.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-992888\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>We Are Stronger Together.<\/strong>&nbsp;\uf49b&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Advancing Inclusion: WASC at the Italian Chamber of Commerce &amp; Italian Embassy&nbsp; We Are Stronger Charity was honoured to take part in a significant and inspiring series of events in London, focused on&nbsp;social inclusion, disability awareness, and international collaboration.&nbsp; Our founder,&nbsp;Olga Venosa,&nbsp;was invited to join a high-level&nbsp;roundtable discussion on social inclusion&nbsp;held at the Italian Chamber 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