(Verona) – Between mid-July and mid-August, temperatures were not the only thing rising. For the Canossian Foundation Voica ETS, these months are proving “hot” above all because of the relentless pace of departures, educational passion and the desire to put oneself at the service of communities around the world. An intense summer, marked by packed suitcases, farewell embraces and routes that connect different peoples and continents.
Imperatriz and Datcha: first steps in Brazil and Togo
The journey began in July with the first field missions. Giorgia Boz and Davide Da Rold left for Imperatriz, in Brazil, bringing energy and presence to a reality rich in challenges and hopes. At the same time, the mission reached Africa with the departure of Fr. Marco Labate for Datcha, in Togo, for a time of sharing, closeness and service alongside the local community.
Malawi: a female presence
Just a few days ago, the baton of the mission passed to Malawi. Here, Sr. Elizabeth Jara and the volunteers Benedetta Bordogna, Diletta Bordogna and Giorgia Valerio arrived, ready to live a profound experience of encounter, walking alongside local people with the style of closeness that has always characterised Canossian commitment.
14 August: route to Poland for an intercultural immersion
The intense summer programme does not stop here. On 14 August, a very special experience will begin: departure for Poland for an intercultural immersion programme. What makes this appointment unique is the richness of the participating team, a true mosaic of the world. The group will in fact see the presence and encounter of different stories, languages and cultures, from Portugal, Brazil, Albania, Italy and Timor: one young Portuguese, two young Italians, two young Albanians, accompanied by seven Canossian sisters of different nationalities (Italian, Brazilian, Timorese) who come from the communities of Porto, Vimercate, Verona, Albania and Poland. A concrete opportunity to experience how fraternity knows no borders and how diversity is a precious resource for building bridges.
